The Design Section Manager works under the direction of the Engineering Department Manager and is responsible for leading project managers and civil engineers in the design and management of site development, transportation, aviation, and transit projects. The Design Section Manager is also responsible for planning and establishing procedures and methods by which staff must abide when performing tasks. The person in this role also reviews production and financial reports on a regular basis and implements corrective actions, when necessary. Other duties include but are not limited to the following list:
- Assist and/or lead initiatives to promote the progress of the organization in an effective manner
- Lead design team and provide engineering design guidance to ensure efficient productivity of staff
- Provide recommendations, analyze, report, and develop strategies to target the improvement in quantity as well as quality of projects/programs
- Identify problems, provide alternatives, create choices and solutions for action
- Analyze and assess project risks and report operational and production level issues to Engineering Department Manager.
- Thoroughly review and approve project management plans.
- Develop and maintain budgets and schedules
- Maintain client relationships, manage client expectations, generate additional opportunities with clients and develop new clients
- Assist Client Services through CRM reporting, proposal development, marketing and sales
- Ensure all corporate and regulatory health and safety processes are followed
- Supervise and monitor the overall performance of the employee resources in the section to achieve organizational goals and KPI’s
- Identifying the best people for projects
- Mentor and train staff to achieve the organizational and business goals, objectives and visions
- Plan for compensations and rewards for employees, as well as approve PTO and expenses
- Conduct periodic training, succession planning, employee selection, career development and performance reviews
Required Skills
This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list:
- Knowledge of project management principles; business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people and resources
- Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology, including applying principles, techniques, procedures and equipment to the design and construction of the built world
- Knowledge of legal issues and safety standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience with computerized project management systems and ability to learn new computerized project management systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical skills with demonstrated talent for identifying, scrutinizing, improving, and streamlining complex work processes
- Experience managing time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing a variety of tasks, assignments, projects, and reports, working with attention to details
- Ability to prioritize competing demands and achieve successful results
- Experience in directing and coordinating the activities of an engineering team and subconsultants
- Previous experience with design and delivery of large facilities projects and/or large linear projects such as water distribution systems, sewer collection systems, storm water conveyance systems, or roadways
- Knowledge of various engineering design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation
Required Experience
- A bachelor's degree in Engineering,
- A master's degree is a plus, but not a requirement
- Professional Engineering Licensure in GA is preferred and willingness to obtain Professional Engineering Licensure in AL and FL is a plus
- Project Management Certification is a plus, but not a requirement
- A strong background in developing and permitting construction documents for land development is a plus, but not a requirement
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Requires the ability to exert light physical effort including, but not limited to, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, etc. of objects and materials of light weight (generally 25 pounds and less)
- May involve extended periods of time in seated position and at a keyboard or workstation
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- This job is mainly in the office, but requires out of the office visits to attend client meetings, participate in various workshops and industry events, and whatever else deemed necessary by management
- Willingness to travel to various project sites - Primarily Alabama & Georgia
CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT, L.L.C. is a Certified Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, and/or disability. C.E.R.M. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background, credit check, and drug screen.