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About Hensel Phelps
At Hensel Phelps, construction is our business. With world-class leadership and a well-honed approach developed over more than three quarters of a century, we employ expertise, experience, and ingenuity to build landmark properties - and build lasting relationships with our clients. We approach every project "The Hensel Phelps Way," inspiring trust and delivering excellence in all we do. Our comprehensive construction services - from preconstruction through constructability and field management - deliver superior results on time and on budget. Hensel Phelps' Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) technology enhances our ability to deliver projects faster, more cost effectively and with a greater level of quality.
The Hensel Phelps Way is built on four pillars: People, Process, Partnership and Technology.
Position Description
The Design Manager (DM) is responsible for the coordination and successful completion of the design of a project by managing the design team and through implementation of Hensel Phelps design management tools. This position reports to the project manager, estimator-in-charge or operations manager. The DM manages the overall process of developing plans and specifications used to establish budgets, obtain client approvals and obtain permits to facilitate the start of construction. The ability to coordinate between architects, engineers, trade partners, specialists, BIM technicians and other stakeholders is required to facilitate designs which can be efficiently built and maintained.
Position Qualifications:
Essential Duties:
Benefits
Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (except in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance, Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps' policies.Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
- Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
- Substance Abuse Screening
- Physical Exam (if applicable)
- Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
About Hensel Phelps
At Hensel Phelps, construction is our business. With world-class leadership and a well-honed approach developed over more than three quarters of a century, we employ expertise, experience, and ingenuity to build landmark properties - and build lasting relationships with our clients. We approach every project "The Hensel Phelps Way," inspiring trust and delivering excellence in all we do. Our comprehensive construction services - from preconstruction through constructability and field management - deliver superior results on time and on budget. Hensel Phelps' Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) technology enhances our ability to deliver projects faster, more cost effectively and with a greater level of quality.
The Hensel Phelps Way is built on four pillars: People, Process, Partnership and Technology.
Position Description
The Design Manager (DM) is responsible for the coordination and successful completion of the design of a project by managing the design team and through implementation of Hensel Phelps design management tools. This position reports to the project manager, estimator-in-charge or operations manager. The DM manages the overall process of developing plans and specifications used to establish budgets, obtain client approvals and obtain permits to facilitate the start of construction. The ability to coordinate between architects, engineers, trade partners, specialists, BIM technicians and other stakeholders is required to facilitate designs which can be efficiently built and maintained.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or construction management or equivalent industry experience.
- Minimum of 5-10 years' experience on large commercial construction projects with emphasis in engineering, estimating, project management and/or preconstruction.
- 3-5 years of progressive leadership experience.
- Strong communication skills.
- Self-starter and highly motivated.
- Ability to resolve conflict and solve issues while challenging design concepts and construction pricing.
- Current affiliation and/or membership with local, state, or national industry organization(s).
- Knowledge of construction project liabilities and risk management strategies.
- Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel-based templates, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite.
Essential Duties:
- Participate in the development of the design to ensure:
- Safety measures are incorporated into the design to be used both during construction and permanently by the owner.
- Best practices are incorporated during design. Develop a criteria compliance log and review lessons learned. Develop and implement the constructability review process and third party/peer review process.
- The design schedule supports the project schedule. Ensure the designers, including design-build trade partners, are meeting the schedule. Visit the different offices to see the work being completed. Manage the owner to ensure the design schedule is met.
- Ensure contractual requirements (if any) are incorporated in the design. Design-build contracts will require Hensel Phelps to provide a design that achieves the owner's criteria.
- Understand the estimate and ensure design team stays within budget. Work with the lead designer to ensure choices are made that allow the project to the owner's and Hensel Phelps' criteria for cost, schedule and performance.
- Manage the change and/or trend estimate process during the design phase. Ensure all approved trend estimates are incorporated into the drawings. Help the project team resolve all cost issues once the design is complete.
- Review and assist in writing bid packages.
- Ensure proper documentation of all design meeting minutes, design packages, design changes, etc.
- Write proposal narratives describing Hensel Phelps's preconstruction plan.
- Manage the LEED process.
Benefits
Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (except in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance, Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps' policies.Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
