Deputy Design Manager

3 months ago

Chicago, United States Turner & Townsend Full time

Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Our purpose:

Transforming performance for a green, inclusive, and productive world.

The world is changing, and we have a responsibility to support that change, helping drive it and be part of it. Through the commitment, capability and care our team brings, we build trust between clients, suppliers, governments and society. Delivering better outcomes that have a positive impact on the world around us. We work smarter to face the challenges of the future; bringing clarity that helps teams realize their full potential across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. It’s how we’ve made the difference for more than 75 years.

Our values:

Love a challenge: We love a challenge, and we work hard to make change happen and see things through. We don’t stand still, challenging ourselves and others to do better every day. And we are trusted to do the right thing, raising standards all the time.

Stronger together: We’re stronger together by connecting people in diverse teams, so that we can all collaborate to deliver our best work. We focus on what matters and use our influence to build a better world for everyone.

Bring out the best in everyone: We bring out the best in everyone. We help each other to make the most of our potential, always learning from our experience. We treat each other with care and respect and make time to give everyone a voice.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery  is seeking a  Deputy Design Manager  to work with our team on municipal projects throughout Cook County.

Job Description:

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.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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