Application Instructions

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Position Description

Position Summary

Leads the project team on the design side of the business once a contract is awarded, managing all aspects of a project's design in coordination with owners, engineers, and architects. Balances the financial and risk-reporting needs of DSI leadership with strong, ongoing client relationships throughout the design phase.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain positive, ongoing relationships with internal teams and external clients and their representatives

Maintain a thorough working understanding of the owner contract and any client master service agreements

Own overall execution of the contract's design-phase obligations

Monitor scope changes closely and communicates cost/schedule impacts to the client in a timely manner

Provide leadership to the project team once a contract is awarded

Ensure DSI's project procedures, tools, and standards are followed throughout the design effort

Develop the project-specific execution plan, communicate it to the team, and update it as project conditions change

Clearly communicate baseline scope of work to the project team and keep the team current on approved change orders

Own, manage, and communicate the project design schedule, ensuring adequate time for QA and client review cycles

Identify and escalate potential project risks to engineering leadership

Partner with project accounting to keep budgets, forecasts, billings, and receivables current

Prepare project status reports and lead monthly reviews covering financial forecasts, revenue/margin projections, staffing, client relationship health, and overall project status

Position Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

4-5 years of relevant project management or design-phase experience

Strong knowledge of project controls, including change management, fee/cost estimating, schedule development, and forecasting (manpower and cost)

Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, clients, and general contractors

Ability to read and understand construction documents across trades

Solid business writing and public speaking skills

Working proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

Strong knowledge of the mechanical/engineering industry

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) or Lean Project Delivery methods

Experience with project accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Vista, COINS, or similar)

PMP certification

Benefits Highlights

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

401(k) plan with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training, professional development, and support for licensure/professional association dues