Senior Design Manager - Land Development Job at MW Builders in Pflugerville

Work Hard. Have Fun. At Cerris Builders (formerly MW Builders), we believe in delivering quality craftsmanship while having fun along the way. Our group of construction companies prides itself on our almost 100-year history, our employee ownership structure, and our competitive pay and benefits. From the moment you start working with us, we've got your growth in mind. We believe Cerris isn't just a great place to start your career - it's a great place to watch it advance for years to come. Come build the extraordinary with us. Apply today. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Lead programming and scheduling for owner requirements for Light Industrial Design Build (LI-DB) Projects as it adheres to the overall bid/win strategy. Responsible for land development on assigned projects including site planning, entitlements, design, permitting, consulting/negotiating/management of site from due diligence phase through handoff to Construction. Oversees preconstruction staff (as assigned), managing responsibilities include: scheduling, civil and/or design consultant coordination, team performance, primary coordination with owners, conducting meetings, internal communication, facilitating design calls, and ensuring scope/design quality. Plans, staffs, supervises, and coordinates preconstruction, design staff, and construction staff on assigned projects to ensure an end-to-end project delivery for client. Manages issues or complexities related to relationships including: clients, permitting agencies, construction staff, and design team to achieve departmental and project specific success. Support the Sr. Director of Preconstruction or lead as assigned in negotiating and winning work including: contracts (prime/sub), Owner/End User Relationships, Scope (Building/Site Planning), and receiving internal buy in. Participates in strategic planning process for Preconstruction in support of senior leadership. Takes accountability for and offers guidance to mid to senior-level staff across multiple projects, adherence to client specifications, timelines, and bid/win strategies. Develops, tenders, and oversees projects of varying scales, ranging from $100,000 to $250,000,000+ in development cost. In addition to the above responsibilities, this position will be responsible for the following: Willingness to travel as necessary to optimize departmental efficiency and uphold quality standards. Participates in the identification, interviewing, and selection of new team members throughout the recruitment and hiring process. Qualifications Detailed and strong understanding of land development principles, including, but not limited to: Utility design and layout, stormwater and water quality design and layout, access and roadway design and layout, earthwork/geotechnical principles, surveying principles, permitting requirements, code requirements, construction plan review and development. Ability to manage multiple high-profile priorities while remaining nimble to address all incoming pursuit opportunities. Demonstrates a strategic mindset, capable of assessing the broader context and executing appropriate next steps. Skillful in aiding and executing project win strategies to secure successful project outcomes. Strong proficiency in reading, writing, presenting, and interpreting contract documents, construction documents, and proposals.Advanced software skills, including expertise in Autodesk Civil3D (or related cad design), Microsoft Suite, Bluebeam, Keystyle, Procore, Coessential, Smartsheet, OpenSpace, and Webex. Education A minimum of a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent experience. Engineering focused degree preferred (civil engineering preferred) Professional Engineering Licensure not required (preferred) Experience Minimum of 7-10+ years land development experience Physical Demands/Working Environment Physical demands for this position are moderate. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be walking, standing, bending, or carrying of items (25-50 pounds) such as plan documents, papers, books, parts, etc. There may be times of physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, climbing or similar activities. The work may require specific but common physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity. Requires a good ability to see, hear, and speak Standard project site environment may include machinery, parts and chemicals; may require protective gear. Cerris and our group of companiesare an Equal Opportunity Employer-EEO/AA/M/F/D/V/VEVRAA #LI-TM1