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The Design Manager is responsible for leading and managing the technical design function within the practice. This role oversees a team of Design Leads and design staff, ensuring work is properly assigned, resources are effectively utilized, and project deliverables meet established quality and design standards. The Design Manager serves as the steward of design excellence by implementing, maintaining, and enforcing design processes, technical standards, and quality control procedures across all projects. The Design Manager works closely with Project Managers, Practice Leaders, and Discipline Leaders to ensure consistent delivery, efficient utilization of resources, and high-quality technical outcomes that support organizational goals and client satisfaction. The Impact You'll Make: Design Leadership & Team Management • Lead, mentor, and develop Design Leads and technical staff. • Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures for design teams. • Facilitate staff development, technical growth, and succession planning. • Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among design teams. • Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention of design personnel. • Manages day-to-day personnel administration of direct reports, including timekeeping, expense approvals, performance evaluations, employee development, and other routine personnel matters in accordance with company policies Resource Planning & Workload Management • Coordinate and balance workload across Design Leads and technical teams. • Assign design resources based on project needs, technical capabilities, and staff development objectives. • Monitor team utilization and proactively address workload imbalances. • Collaborate with Project Managers to forecast staffing needs and identify resource constraints. Design Standards & Technical Excellence • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve design standards, procedures, and best practices. • Ensure consistent application of organizational CAD, BIM, engineering, and design standards. • Lead implementation of technical tools, templates, and standard processes. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and design consistency. • Serve as the technical authority for design execution and delivery practices. Quality Control & Quality Assurance • Own and maintain the organization's design quality control program. • Establish and enforce QC review procedures and documentation requirements. • Conduct periodic audits of project deliverables to verify compliance with standards. • Ensure design reviews are completed at established project milestones. • Track quality metrics, lessons learned, and corrective actions to continuously improve performance. • Foster a culture of quality, accountability, and technical excellence. Project Delivery Support • Partner with Project Managers to support successful project execution. • Provide technical oversight on complex or high-risk projects. • Assist in resolving technical challenges and design conflicts. • Support proposal development, staffing plans, and project execution strategies. • Ensure design deliverables align with client requirements, contract obligations, and regulatory standards. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Quality issues and design rework are minimized. • Design standards and QC processes are consistently followed. • Project deliverables are completed on time. • Staff resources are effectively allocated across projects. • Technical staff demonstrate growth, engagement, and retention. • Design reviews and audits are completed with positive results. • Process improvements are implemented and embraced by the team. Professional Growth & Career Development The Design Manager role provides a pathway for expanded leadership responsibilities within project delivery and business operations. Individuals in this position are encouraged to develop project management competencies, including project planning, scope management, financial performance, client communication, and risk management. As part of professional development, Design Managers may: • Serve as Deputy Project Managers on complex assignments. • Lead internal project delivery initiatives and multidisciplinary coordination efforts. • Participate in project financial reviews, forecasting, and resource planning. • Support client communications and stakeholder engagement activities. • Develop proficiency in project management tools, processes, and best practices. • Transition into Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Operations Leader, or Practice Leadership roles as experience and capabilities expand. This growth opportunity allows Design Managers to leverage their technical leadership experience while gaining the project delivery and business management skills necessary for broader organizational leadership positions. A successful Design Manager is a highly respected technical leader who effectively balances people leadership, resource management, quality control, and design excellence. This individual creates accountability, establishes clear design expectations, develops high-performing teams, and ensures every project is delivered in accordance with company standards and client expectations. Why You'll Thrive at Egis At Egis, you'll do more than build your career—you'll help shape the future of infrastructure. As we continue to expand across the United States, we're looking for curious, collaborative professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering projects that improve communities and create lasting impact. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts, collaborate across disciplines and borders, and contribute to projects that transform the way people live, move, and connect. Here, you'll be empowered to take on meaningful work, develop new skills, and grow your career with the support of a global engineering leader. What Sets Egis Apart • Meaningful Projects – Contribute to complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life. • Global Expertise, Local Impact – Collaborate with technical specialists across North America and around the world while delivering solutions that make a difference locally. • Career Growth – Expand your skills through mentorship, professional development, technical training, and leadership opportunities. • A Culture of Collaboration – Thrive in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and teamwork drives success. • Opportunity to Grow with Us – Join a rapidly expanding organization where your ideas, contributions, and career can grow alongside the business. Total Rewards That Support You We believe great work starts with supporting our people. That's why Egis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to promote your health, well-being, financial security, and professional growth, including: • Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage • 401(k) retirement plan with company match • Paid time off and flexible holiday program • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow • Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses • Paid family leave • Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being • Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Employee discount programs At Egis, we're committed to creating an environment where talented people can do their best work, continue to grow professionally, and build rewarding, long-term careers. Equal Employer Egis is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Egis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All positions at Egis require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening. Privacy Policies All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Design Leadership & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop Design Leads and technical staff.
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures for design teams.
Facilitate staff development, technical growth, and succession planning.
Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among design teams.
Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention of design personnel.
Resource Planning & Workload Management
Coordinate and balance workload across Design Leads and technical teams.
Assign design resources based on project needs, technical capabilities, and staff development objectives.
Monitor team utilization and proactively address workload imbalances.
Collaborate with Project Managers to forecast staffing needs and identify resource constraints.
Design Standards & Technical Excellence
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve design standards, procedures, and best practices.
Ensure consistent application of organizational CAD, BIM, engineering, and design standards.
Lead implementation of technical tools, templates, and standard processes.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and design consistency.
Serve as the technical authority for design execution and delivery practices.
Quality Control & Quality Assurance
Own and maintain the organization's design quality control program.
Establish and enforce QC review procedures and documentation requirements.
Conduct periodic audits of project deliverables to verify compliance with standards.
Ensure design reviews are completed at established project milestones.
Track quality metrics, lessons learned, and corrective actions to continuously improve performance.
Foster a culture of quality, accountability, and technical excellence.

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