Design Manager – Federal Government Sector

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Michigan.

📋 Description

• Oversee multidisciplinary design teams and ensure the coordination of high-quality technical deliverables throughout various project phases.

• Establish and uphold QA/QC processes during the design development stages.

• Manage project budgets, expenses, scope, financial forecasts, and target financial objectives.

• Act as the primary liaison for clients, lead design reviews, present design choices, and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

• Develop and oversee project execution plans, timelines, and design delivery processes utilizing digital platforms.

• Ensure timely achievement of design milestones while managing changes, risks, and scope adjustments.

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders for a cohesive design delivery approach.

• Prepare comprehensive written reports, technical documentation, and presentations that adhere to federal standards, compliance, and funding requirements.

• Contribute to strategies for project pursuits, fee proposals, and approaches aimed at securing federal design projects.

• Provide leadership in both project delivery and business development initiatives as a "seller-doer."

• Willing to travel up to 20%, including occasional overnight trips.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience within the federal market sector.

• At least 5 years of experience in leading large-scale multidisciplinary design-engineered solutions and construction projects.

• A solid financial background pertaining to project and client management.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Experience in reviewing drawings and multidisciplinary designs through digital platforms.

• Basic understanding of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) or Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions.

• Must obtain Certified Project Management (CPM) certification within 30 days of employment.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering-related fields with a focus on the built environment.

• Must be a United States citizen.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• 401(k) plan.

• Short-term disability (STD) coverage.

• Long-term disability (LTD) coverage.

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.

• Life insurance benefits.

• Paid parental leave.

• Reward and recognition program.

• Wellbeing benefits.

• Adoption assistance.

• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Nine paid holidays.

• 15 days of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually.

• Certified Project Management (CPM) training provided upon employment.