Engineering Design Manager: Building Systems & Automation

System One; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

System One is seeking an IS Design Manager to oversee design production from development handoff to construction closeout. You will ensure efficient project delivery aligned with schedule and energy outcomes while mentoring design staff.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive design experience with mechanical, electrical, and building systems, and proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD, along with solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of design-related experience with mechanical, electrical, building automation systems, programming, or building operation management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong leadership and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of design tasks, ensuring timely progress and accurate documentation.
• Guide and assign tasks to junior staff, monitor performance, and provide mentorship to support team development.
• Ensure adherence to design standards and safety protocols while helping implement process updates and conduct initial quality checks.
• Assist in tracking labor hours and budgets, review time entries for accuracy, and contribute to resource planning.
• Facilitate clear communication between staff, project managers, and leadership, and support client interactions under supervision.
• Participate in team activities, promote a positive culture, and handle additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

System One is seeking an IS Design Manager to oversee design production from development handoff to construction closeout. You will ensure efficient project delivery aligned with schedule and energy outcomes while mentoring design staff.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive design experience with mechanical, electrical, and building systems, and proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD, along with solid communication skills.