Design Compliance Manager

Design Compliance Manager

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water. We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

We are looking for a Design Compliance Manager with a minimum of 15 years of experience in design supervision, of which 5 years should be on facilities/buildings. The ability to manage a team and collaborate with others is a must. Experience in Progressive Design-Build delivery or alternative delivery is a significant plus. In person presence in Seattle / Federal Way is required.

The successful candidate will oversee the design process, ensuring that all project requirements are met with a focus on quality, safety, and sustainability. Key responsibilities include:

• Working with the design team of the progressive design-builder, providing direction and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Building a strong culture among the consultant (DBPM) design team, including with 'design lead' direct reports for various disciplines, with emphasis on collaboration, trust, and accountability.
• Supporting the design-build team to develop and implement design strategies that align with project goals and client expectations.
• Engaging with the design-build team. Working with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and planners, to develop cohesive and integrated design solutions.
• Providing support for the preparation of design documents, specifications, and reports.
• Being responsible for the technical requirements and specifications on behalf of the client.
• Reviewing progressive design-builder's design for compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Managing project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Conducting design reviews and providing technical guidance to resolve design issues.
• Fostering strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders and AHJs.
• Promoting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the design team.
• Being present at the project office full time throughout the design phase.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or architecture license (AIA/RA) is preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in design management, 5 of these in facilities/buildings, preferably in transit or infrastructure projects.
• DBIA certified is desirable.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale design projects.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience with Progressive Design-Build or similar collaborative delivery method (CM/GC / CMAR, Alliance) and ability to embrace this work environment.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and standards is preferred.