Position Summary

The Senior Design Build Project Manager – Design Engineering is responsible for overseeing all Energy project design and constructability activities from development and preconstruction through final closeout. This role ensures that project scopes of work, design deliverables, and performance expectations align with project goals and client requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience delivering complex federal projects, with a strong background supporting the Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Position Details

Develops overall project design approach, strategies, management and oversight. Partners with project development and construction teams to ensure alignment of project scopes of work for client, Southland expectations and construction cost estimates. Perform as lead engineer to ensure that projects are delivered within budget and on schedule while managing the team including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing and electric disciplines. Refines construction scopes of work and design packages during development phases; manages internal/external design teams toward required project deliverables for construction documents from development through construction completion. Coordinates with Project Executives and Project Managers on cost estimates, contract and procurement strategies, construction planning and risk management. Provides input and management regarding sub-contractor design partners and vendor strategies, prequalification, scoping, pricing, and management during the preconstruction phase. Performs site investigations and attends in-person meetings with clients, design teams, subcontractors, vendors and other project participants as required. Site visits will include data collection and evaluation of existing conditions, layouts, structures, MEP systems, equipment, components, and materials for projects with and without well-defined scopes. Directs activities to verify installed mechanical systems, equipment, components, and materials conform to the requirements of project contract documents. Ensures conformance with standards, established design practices, applicable codes, and technical adequacy of design and construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or University in mechanical engineering
• Professional Engineering license required in good standing.
• Experience working on federal projects, particularly with the Department of Defense (DOD) and Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
• A minimum of 10 years of design, estimating, contracting and management experience within a consulting or design-build firm.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to become a collaborative persuasive leader of cross functional teams and help develop favorable customer relationships.
• Ability to quickly solve problems and think on your feet to find solutions to problems.
• Must understand the fundamental concepts and practical application of design build/design assist scope development, cost estimating and contracting.
• A thorough understanding of the different trades including MEP and building construction as it relates to cost and scope with an advanced knowledge of varying building structures, architectural requirements, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems, equipment types and applications such as Hydronics (chilled, heating hot, and condenser water), Airside, ventilation, etc. as applicable to multiple vertical markets.
• This position is also expected to perform engineering tasks like a Senior Engineer, i.e. as an individual contributor.
• Guide design teams towards cost effective solutions that maximize client value.
• A thorough understanding of the commercial terms within a construction contract.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Bluebeam based design projects.
• Excellent knowledge in all conventional aspects of mechanical engineering and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard mechanical engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to lead and influence the technical design solutions on prospective projects.
• Excellent communication skills: articulate, assertive, and confident.
• Creative and critical thinker with effective teamwork skills.
• Experience with LEED and sustainable design with LEEP AP and CEM certifications desired.
• Documented experience with advanced design, and aesthetically challenging design with high profile architecture firms.
• Analyze equipment energy use for optimizing systems.
• Will need to travel occasionally (10-20% travel).

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, apply now to join our dynamic team.

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Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal 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.

Pay

This consolidated salary range reflects the anticipated pay range across the U.S. geographic locations where this position may be based. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s primary work location, experience, qualifications, skills, and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law.

Salary Range: $143,000.00 - $196,250.00 annually.

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 established after 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).