Senior Design Phase Manager

Jobtailor; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Minneapolis seeks a senior construction project leader to drive design-to-construction transitions, manage budgets, and ensure on-time delivery for complex programs. This role requires overseeing regulatory approvals, bid processes, and design alignment with execution plans.

You will mentor cross-functional teams, communicate effectively with owners and engineers, and build strong relationships across organizational levels while delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction-related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience.
• Risk management skills demonstrated.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Project and web apps.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead project team during design phase to ensure customer experience, financial performance, and smooth transition to construction.
• Achieve scope, budget, and schedule alignment; ensure construction readiness.
• Establish and manage project budget, scope expectations, and budget trending logs.
• Create and manage project schedules and key milestones; hold team accountable.
• Obtain regulatory approvals and permits.
• Align design documents with project execution plan.
• Handle bid packages and contract manuals.
• Resolve technical design and specification concerns.
• Develop or review project margin plans; minimize risk and enhance opportunities.
• Act as primary contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners.
• Monitor and measure project success factors.
• Foster an integrated team experience with clear roles and communication.
• Facilitate designer selection and contracting for design-build projects.
• Mentor and guide design phase team members for career growth.
• Develop and present project proposals.
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Lead by example, provide coaching and feedback, and manage performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Effective Communication

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Web Applications

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Lead project team during design phase to ensure customer experience, financial performance, and smooth transition to construction
• Achieve scope, budget, and schedule alignment; ensure construction readiness
• Establish and manage project budget, scope expectations, and budget trending logs
• Create and manage project schedules and key milestones; hold team accountable
• Obtain regulatory approvals and permits
• Align design documents with project execution plan
• Handle bid packages and contract manuals
• Resolve technical design and specification concerns
• Develop or review project margin plans; minimize risk and enhance opportunities
• Act as primary contact with owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners
• Monitor and measure project success factors
• Foster an integrated team experience with clear roles and communication
• Facilitate designer selection and contracting for design-build projects
• Mentor and guide design phase team members for career growth
• Develop and present project proposals
• Build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead by example, provide coaching and feedback, and manage performance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating, or equivalent field
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience
• Risk management skills
• Microsoft Office, project, and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level
• Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Aff
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status
• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project management, including budget and schedule management, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, foster communication, and mentor team members for career growth.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management
• Budget Management
• Risk Management
• Regulatory Approvals
• Effective Communication

Hard Skills

• Construction Engineering
• Construction Management
• Project Scheduling
• Scope Management
• Technical Design Review
• Bid Package Management
• Margin Planning
• Permit Acquisition
• Contract Management
• Microsoft Office

Soft Skills

• Active Listening
• Coaching
• Team Leadership
• Relationship Building
• Feedback Openness

Industry Keywords

• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Aff
• Design-Build Projects

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Project
• Web Applications