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Southland Industries, Inc.

Design Project Manager

tempe, AZ

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About this opportunity

Southland Industries, Inc. lists this Design Project Manager opportunity in tempe, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Responsible for the preconstruction process of design-buildand design-assist projects. Manages project design and detailing schedule, monitors design development and detailing progress, and manages the financial aspects of the design contract to deliver high-quality projects within the prescribedtime framesand costs.

Manageslarger orseveral smallerdesign-build and design assist projects. Ensures the delivery of high-quality projects within the prescribedtime frames.

Develops andmaintainsclient relationships. Coordinates with cross-functional teams, including other discipline contractors and architects.

Communicates and manages project goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and construction project management.Identifiesand assesses risk in all project phases andparticipatesincreationof construction schedules to ensure alignment.

Manages all financial aspects of the design contracts (costs,billingsand collections) tomaintainprofitability goals and positive cash flow whilemaintaininga positive client relationship.

Manages cost impact studies or design optimization efforts and works with Operations or design project management for pricing. Coordinates engineering resources to develop conceptual designs to supportestimating. Provides engineering support to business development teams during pursuit of projects.

Participates in the development of standards, methods,processesand procedures for the engineering department. Trains less experienced team members and ensures compliance with engineering standards, codes,specificationsand design instruction.

Develops andmaintainsdocument control, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements and standards.

Manages the design and/or coordination ofQA/QC process.

Plans and coordinates on-site field surveys to collect and deliver design and engineering data.

Assistsin early procurement leveling efforts as required by the project.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or equivalent technical training and related experience

6+ years of progressive engineering or construction management experience

PE licensure preferred

Outstanding organizational skills and time management skills

Excellent analytical and technical writing skills

Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills

Advanced computerproficiency, including MS Office and familiarity with Autodesk Products and Revit

Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment while adhering to project deadlines

Ability to efficiently review and critique construction documents

Understanding of MEP calculations and design, building codes and standards, and MEP system costs

Ability to develop design tasks and distribute amongst the design team

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)

Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are anEqual Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be establishedafter a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Position Summary

Responsible for the preconstruction process of design-buildand design-assist projects. Manages project design and detailing schedule, monitors design development and detailing progress, and manages the financial aspects of the design contract to deliver high-quality projects within the prescribedtime framesand costs.

Position Details

Manageslarger orseveral smallerdesign-build and design assist projects. Ensures the delivery of high-quality projects within the prescribedtime frames.

Develops andmaintainsclient relationships. Coordinates with cross-functional teams, including other discipline contractors and architects.

Communicates and manages project goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and construction project management.Identifiesand assesses risk in all project phases andparticipatesincreationof construction schedules to ensure alignment.

Manages all financial aspects of the design contracts (costs,billingsand collections) tomaintainprofitability goals and positive cash flow whilemaintaininga positive client relationship.

Manages cost impact studies or design optimization efforts and works with Operations or design project management for pricing. Coordinates engineering resources to develop conceptual designs to supportestimating. Provides engineering support to business development teams during pursuit of projects.

Participates in the development of standards, methods,processesand procedures for the engineering department. Trains less experienced team members and ensures compliance with engineering standards, codes,specificationsand design instruction.

Develops andmaintainsdocument control, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements and standards.

Manages the design and/or coordination ofQA/QC process.

Plans and coordinates on-site field surveys to collect and deliver design and engineering data.

Assistsin early procurement leveling efforts as required by the project.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or equivalent technical training and related experience

6+ years of progressive engineering or construction management experience

PE licensure preferred

Outstanding organizational skills and time management skills

Excellent analytical and technical writing skills

Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills

Advanced computerproficiency, including MS Office and familiarity with Autodesk Products and Revit

Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment while adhering to project deadlines

Outstanding project management skills

Ability to efficiently review and critique construction documents

Understanding of MEP calculations and design, building codes and standards, and MEP system costs

Ability to develop design tasks and distribute amongst the design team

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)

Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities , follow us on social media , and check out our website .

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are anEqual Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be establishedafter a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Job Location Tempe, Arizona, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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