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Actalent

Design Manager

Actalent, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266

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Job Title: Design Manager

If interested, please apply directly or email your resume to

darwoodard@actalentservices.com

Job Description

Seeking an Infrastructure Design Manager with expertise in electrical/mechanical engineering and a comprehensive understanding of building MEP systems.

The role involves managing complex design projects for industrial, manufacturing, and production facilities, ensuring seamless integration of systems through effective use of Revit, CAD, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes.

This position is divided into 60% design and 40% project management and does not include direct oversight of personnel in Buffalo.

The majority of design work is subcontracted, and the manager will need to compile the full design package to submit to the construction team.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with manufacturing and production end-users to understand building infrastructure requirements for manufacturing lines, tools, and processes, and translate these into detailed, efficient engineered design solutions.

Develop electrical and MEP design basis and designs for tool installations, ensuring proper integration with existing infrastructure and compliance with applicable codes (e.g., NEC, NFPA, New York State Building Code) by collaborating with third-party design consultants.

Responsible for RFP's (Request for Proposal process) bid leveling to choose an engineering firm to be onboarded.

Leverage Building Information Modeling (BIM) to create coordinated 3D models, conduct clash detection by collaborating with the BIM team, and ensure streamlined construction and installation workflows.

Act as the technical liaison between design teams, end-users, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of design objectives and operational needs.

Manage and oversee the design process, including creating basis of design, detailed drawings, conducting reviews, and value engineering designs for constructability and cost-effectiveness.

Conduct field verifications, site assessments, and as-built documentation to ensure the accuracy of designs and their implementation on-site.

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical or related discipline required).

6+ years of experience in design management and engineering design drawings with a focus on electrical systems and MEP integration in industrial or manufacturing environments.

Proficiency in Revit, BIM, electrical, mechanical design, Bluebeam, Jira, Autodesk, Construction Cloud, PlanGrid, BIM clash detection platforms, plumbing design, MEP design, HVAC design, and plumbing engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Drafting as needed on Revit, CAD, Bluebeam. (Must know how to view/read/markup drawings in Revit, It is okay if they are not an expert here)

PE preferred, not required.

Preferred experience includes working in manufacturing, production, or industrial facilities and knowledge of energy-efficient and sustainable design practices.

Preferred background comes from MEP consulting firms with electrical, mechanical, or plumbing focus.

High technology manufacturing environment experience preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment is an industrial/manufacturing site in Buffalo.

No work from home during the contract period, exceptions will be entertained on a need-by-need basis.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.07 - $62.50

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.