Senior Design Manager

Interior Designer

Our company has an immediate opening for a Senior Design Manager (Sewer).

McKissack & McKissack is a national architectural, engineering, and construction services firm that has earned a strong reputation for consistently delivering results on high profile government and commercial projects. Our organization is guided by a passion for excellence, and we are committed to innovation, collaboration, and delivering superior results that meet and exceeds the needs of our clients. We offer a well-balanced corporate culture that embraces diversity, nurtures professional growth, and rewards hard work. McKissack & McKissack seeks individuals to join our growing organization who have excellent academic and/or work experience, integrity, and client-focused attitudes.

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Full Position Description

McKissack & McKissack, an outgrowth of the oldest African American-owned architecture­ engineering in the country, has a strong reputation for consistently delivering results on high-profile projects for government and private sector clients.

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We are seeking leaders that exhibit the attributes of a great team player, Humble, Hungry and Smart:

• Humble: being of little ego; focusing more on their teammates than themselves.

• Hungry: strong work ethic and drive.

• Smart: what they say or do has a positive outcome on those around them.

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‍Your ROLE (Logistics):

Reporting To: Project Executive

Where You Work: Washington D.C. (Onsite)

Salary range: $150,000.00 - $170,000.00

Your Role (Responsibilities):

• Project Management: Lead and manage sewer engineering design and consulting teams for complex assignments, including hydraulic and hydrologic calculations, utility plans, technical specifications, preliminary and final designs, bid assistance, design services during construction (DSDC), infrastructure condition assessment and rehabilitation, and cost estimating for pump stations, pipelines, treatment plants, and storm water systems.
• Resource Management: Develop work delivery plans to manage resources, budget, schedule, deliverables, and client engagement for engineering projects.
• Team Leadership: Oversee multiple technical assignments simultaneously, leading teams to complete assignments to the client’s satisfaction while adhering to contract requirements and maintaining schedule and budget.
• Quality Assurance: Review engineering designs, bid packages, RFPs, and Statements of Work prepared by others, supporting the client’s Capital Improvement Plan implementation.

What We NEED You to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• 12-15 years of experience in managing water and wastewater engineering design projects and teams.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing the development and implementation of design and construction contract documents for complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required. Must be able to reciprocate the license in DC.

Skills and Competencies:

 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with demonstrated initiative, judgment, and discretion.
• Outstanding communication skills for developing and     delivering comprehensive reports.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and organizational skills.

What you get:

•    Medical Insurance

•    Dental Insurance

•    Vision Insurance

•    401k

•    Company-paid holidays

•    Vacation and Sick Leave

•    Employee Assistance Program

•    Life Insurance

•    Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

McKissack & McKissack is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.

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McKissack & McKissack is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

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