Design Manager 03542 LBYD Federal Job at Jobleads-US in Honolulu

Location: Las Vegas, NV/Salt Lake City, UT/Honolulu, HI
Title: Design Manager
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

At LBYD Federal, “Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsive” is our motto we live by and practice each day. With the capability to produce high-quality designs in a fun, supportive, and exciting atmosphere, we recognize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer an exciting variety of opportunities for employees to develop and grow their careers, working alongside diverse and supportive team members to achieve success.

We give you the flexibility to achieve your best work by offering hybrid working options while fostering a culture of inclusivity, equity, and diversity. You will be connected with like-minded, high-achieving individuals upon joining our organization, leading and participating in the most challenging designs across the world.

POSITION PURPOSE:
This position is client-facing. The Design Manager will act as the company's main point of contact for design coordination and construction administration with the client (Gov. and/or D/B Contractor) and the design team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Federal Design Manager is responsible for design deliverables for design-bid-build projects (full plans, specifications, design analysis), design-build RFPs documents, engineering studies, feasibility reports, and other engineering requirements.
• The position requires the ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, completed on time, within the construction budget and in accordance with the agreed scope.
• Provides effective, skilled project management to help reduce the costs of delivering projects and adding value to LBYD Federal and the client by applying proven project management techniques.
• Also responsible for construction phase services as required by the scope of work, including coordinating responses to RFIs, shop drawing reviews, and construction modification documents.
• The Design Manager leads the design team in the development of project documents by providing overall direction to the team, and coordinates with external project stakeholders, internal team members, and subcontractors.
• Functions as a team leader for assigned projects serving as the primary point of contact with the client, responsible for project deliverables that are compliant with the Scope of Work and all project requirements.
• Responsible for the overall quality of the project documents and adherence with LBYD Federal’s Quality Program.
• Manages and enhances project quality by providing ideas and guidance to the team aimed at improving the effectiveness of their role and project delivery in general.
• Assesses project requirements and develops and executes a sound project management approach to meet the needs of the project and client.
• Responsible for initial development of the project fee proposal and coordination with discipline directors and design leads for specific budget input and plays a prominent role in fee negotiations with the client.
• Facilitates the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders, and conducts status review meetings among project team members and clients through project execution.
• Determines, monitors, and reviews internal costs, operational budgets, schedules, and staffing requirements for project teams.
• Plans, organizes, and staffs key design positions for the project working with the PMs of Projects and Operations Managers. Mentors and trains team members in project management methods, procedures, and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 15+ years of experience as a Design Manager in an Architectural or Engineering organization is preferred. 20+ years of demonstrated experience in other related fields, i.e. Construction will be considered.
• Experience as a Design Manager with industrial building types including all phases of design and construction administration.
• Strong working knowledge of design and construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience in team-building and client relationship building.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Professional Registration (P.E.) or Registered Architect (RA) is preferred, PMI Certification will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Design Criteria (e.g., Uniform Facilities Criteria).
• Demonstrated design and project management experience within Federal and/or DOD markets.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Site visits during extreme winter/summer desert conditions both indoors and outdoors might be required on occasion. If not based out of the Las Vegas office, travel once a month to Las Vegas might be required depending upon project/client requirements.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor office environment for most of the time with occasional on-site trips. Remote work greater than 60 miles from a North Wind office will be considered.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

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