Design Program Manager

November 6

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DLB Associates

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Gaming • Education • Productivity

DLB Associates is a company that offers a unique, fully interactive gamified experience for users, allowing them to choose how they want to engage with the content. Whether users prefer a fun and challenging approach or a straightforward presentation of facts, DLB Associates caters to diverse preferences in user experience.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 1980

🎮 Gaming

📚 Education

⚡ Productivity

📋 Description

• Manage all Elements of Routine and Complex Projects (40%) • Drive project design from inception (site acquisition) through design and construction with a high-level focus on Client Standards and overall application across multiple projects. • Develop owner project requirements (OPR) and initial space planning efforts / schematic design • Schedule and sometimes represent DLB at site visits including existing condition surveys and punchlists • Coordinate between internal design trades and external team members • Manage directly or oversee DLB Project Managers to manage the construction administration phase of projects including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and change order reviews • Coordinate and support resource forecasting across the design program • Develop, manage and monitor project schedules • Participate in, schedule, and / or lead project meetings with internal and external teams • Coordinate / perform QA / QC plans and specifications to ensure completion in accordance with the project scope and appropriate guidelines and manuals • Oversee / coordinate internal team member activities • Oversee cost and time schedules for proposed work with the aid of team leaders. Assign and schedule duties to project team members. • Monitor and Control Project Financials (15%) • Prepare, forecast and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization and maintain overall accountability for the profitability of the project • Communicate with the client when additional fees / change orders are required • Identify potential project risks and develop / implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines • Accountable for development of cost schedules / schedules of value for client progress billing • Manage Stakeholder Relations (25%) • Lead preparation of proposals, presentations and the overall marketing efforts of the firm • Lead the promotion of the firm, service and expertise to existing or potential clients • Maintain client relationship to ensure an ongoing positive relationship and work with clients to identify and develop new projects • Primary contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships • Ensure client satisfaction through active communication • Create / complete program reports • Development and Continuous Improvement (20%) • Mentor associates and assist with training and development to create a learning and growing environment • May assist or lead in the strategic planning for the group • May assist with hiring process • May assist or lead other department initiatives including development and standardization of tools relating to client management, business development, project / program profitability, workload / resource planning, etc. • May have direct reports / people manager responsibilities • Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget • Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

🎯 Requirements

• B.A. / B.S. degree in engineering, construction or related discipline OR • Two years of additional experience in related field in lieu of degree • Minimum of thirteen years of experience in related field • Minimum of five years of experience managing mid to large scale construction, engineering, or manufacturing projects • Knowledge of industry trends, project management and construction procedures and best practices • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people and resources • Knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in the construction mission critical, commercial buildings or other structures • Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management • Skilled at using construction management software such as Procore • Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail • Skilled at managing personnel and material resources • Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation • Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others • Ability to follow company and site safety requirements • Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information) • Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact • Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members • Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues

🏖️ Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option) • Flex spending accounts (FSA) • Dental and vision plans • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26 • 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option • PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year • Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents • Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage • Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance • Paid parental leave after one year of employment