Design Project Manager

Southland Industries Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match with 50% company match

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal;

Professional development memberships

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking an experienced preconstruction leader to oversee design-build and design-assist projects. You will manage design schedules, ensure quality, and control contract finances to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role requires 6+ years in engineering or construction management, a Bachelor’s degree in the field, and strong communication, organizational, and analytical writing skills. PE licensure is preferred and Autodesk/Revit experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Science or equivalent.
• 6+ years of progressive engineering or construction management experience.
• PE licensure preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent analytical and technical writing skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office and familiarity with Autodesk/Revit.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment while adhering to project deadlines.
• Outstanding project management skills.
• Ability to efficiently review and critique construction documents.
• Understanding of MEP calculations and design, building codes and standards, and MEP system costs.
• Ability to develop design tasks and distribute amongst the design team.

Responsibilities

• Manage larger design-build and design-assist projects and ensure delivery within time frames.
• Develop and maintain client relationships; coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Communicate goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and PM; identify risks.
• Manage all financial aspects of design contracts to maintain profitability and cash flow.
• Coordinate engineering resources to develop conceptual designs for estimating; support BD during pursuits.
• Develop standards, methods, and procedures for the engineering department; train staff.
• Develop and maintain document control; ensure compliance with requirements.
• Manage design QA/QC processes and coordination.
• Plan on-site field surveys to collect engineering data.
• Assist in early procurement leveling efforts as required.

Skills

Organization

Analytical writing

Verbal communication

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Construction Science

PE licensure preferred

Tools

MS Office

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for the preconstruction process of design-build and design-assist projects. Manages project design and detailing schedule, monitors design development and detailing progress, and manages the financial aspects of the design contract to deliver high-quality projects within the prescribed time frames and costs.

Position Details

• Manages larger or several smaller design-build and design assist projects. Ensures the delivery of high-quality projects within the prescribed time frames.
• Develops and maintains client relationships. Coordinates with cross-functional teams, including other discipline contractors and architects.
• Communicates and manages project goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and construction project management. Identifies and assesses risk in all project phases and participates in creation of construction schedules to ensure alignment.
• Manages all financial aspects of the design contracts (costs, billings and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while maintaining a positive client relationship.
• Manages cost impact studies or design optimization efforts and works with Operations or design project management for pricing. Coordinates engineering resources to develop conceptual designs to support estimating. Provides engineering support to business development teams during pursuit of projects.
• Participates in the development of standards, methods, processes and procedures for the engineering department. Trains less experienced team members and ensures compliance with engineering standards, codes, specifications and design instruction.
• Develops and maintains document control, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements and standards.
• Manages the design and/or coordination of QA/QC process.
• Plans and coordinates on-site field surveys to collect and deliver design and engineering data.
• Assists in early procurement leveling efforts as required by the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or equivalent technical training and related experience
• 6+ years of progressive engineering or construction management experience
• PE licensure preferred
• Outstanding organizational skills and time management skills
• Excellent analytical and technical writing skills
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
• Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office and familiarity with Autodesk Products and Revit
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment while adhering to project deadlines
• Outstanding project management skills
• Ability to efficiently review and critique construction documents
• Understanding of MEP calculations and design, building codes and standards, and MEP system costs
• Ability to develop design tasks and distribute amongst the design team

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued,

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer **** and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.