Turner & Townsend · 1 day ago
Senior Deputy Design Manager - Municipal Projects
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yrTurner & Townsend is a project and program management firm specializing in public sector organizations. They are seeking a Senior Deputy Design Manager to oversee large scale municipal projects, directing Project Managers and managing the design and construction processes.
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Hiring Manager
Kyle Osenburg
Responsibilities
Provides support and reports to the assigned Project Manager(s) or Project Director. Position has frequent interaction with the Owner/Client, consultants, design professionals and contractors
Directly assist the Project Manager(s) in managing, coordinating and administering civil scopes through all phases of design and construction
Responsible for ensuring all aspects of client services are delivered at the highest level to ensure the client’s needs are addressed
Aids in the preparation of documents (reports, schedules, invoices, RFI’s, submittals, meeting minutes/agendas, daily reports, change orders, inspections, closeout and client presentations) for programming, civil design and construction and will assist in maintaining information in project management software
Coordinate to schedule meetings with the project team as directed by the Project Manager(s)
Communicate conceptual civil designs and create/maintain project documentation before, during, and after construction
Maintenance of Basis of Design, prototype design, and template specifications for civil elements
Review and inform design RFPs
Manage our external design consultants through the design and construction process
Effectively communicate design standards to internal and external project partners
Manage multiple fast paced projects simultaneously
Think outside of the box to find innovative solutions prior to and during the construction process to reduce costs without negative impacts on quality or reliability
Oversee the commissioning of electrical scopes and coordinate with the project management team for project completion
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable
Qualification
Required
College Degree in civil engineering or construction management preferred
Experience and working in Project Management on large-scale construction programs
Construction consultancy experience is strongly desirable
Experienced in Civil design
Prior commissioning experience
Manufacturing or Mission Critical experience is strongly desirable
Solid working proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to be highly effective in a client facing role
Team player; ability to work collaboratively
Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking and analytical skills
Proven track record in delivering high-quality programs
Detail oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment
Preferred
Licensed architect or architectural education is preferred
Benefits
Promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Company
Turner & Townsend
Turner & Townsend is an independent professional services company specializing in program management, project management.
Founded in 1946
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-07-27Acquired
Leadership Team
Vincent Clancy
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
James Dand
Chief Operating Officer
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