What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Project Manager position at MBA Energy & Industrial?
The Design Project Manager serves as the key liaison between design and construction, managing the full lifecycle of architectural projects from concept through construction completion. This position is responsible for ensuring design intent aligns with constructability, client requirements, and MBA Energy & Industrial’s quality and efficiency standards. The role offers direct involvement in both design and field coordination within an integrated design-build environment.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Work is primarily performed in an office environment with regular coordination with field teams. Periodic travel to project sites across the U.S. may be required. Site visits may involve exposure to active construction environments including outdoor weather and uneven terrain. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Compensation And Benefits
MBA Energy & Industrial offers competitive compensation packages including base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick leave, 401(k) with company match, and professional growth opportunities. MBA also provides a collaborative work environment with ongoing education, company events, and a strong culture of teamwork and respect.
MBA Energy & Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Lead and manage design projects from schematic design through construction documentation and completion.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders, including internal architects, engineers, and construction teams.
- Translate design concepts into buildable, accurate construction documents that meet all codes and project requirements.
- Oversee production of drawings, specifications, and submittals while ensuring quality and schedule adherence.
- Review applicable codes and ensure design compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
- Participate in design reviews, constructability assessments, and value-engineering discussions.
- Provide ongoing support to construction teams during the build phase, ensuring design intent is maintained.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining organization, communication, and attention to detail.
- Travel to project sites across the U.S. as needed to support field coordination and client engagement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (required).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional design setting under a licensed architect.
- Comprehensive project experience from schematic design through construction administration.
- Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, integrated design-build environment.
- Experience in mission-critical facility design or industrial/PEMB structures.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and sequencing.
- Experience in multi-disciplinary coordination and field integration within a design-build firm.
- Project Management & Organization
- Design Quality & Technical Accuracy
- Collaboration & Communication
- Constructability Awareness
- Leadership & Accountability
Work is primarily performed in an office environment with regular coordination with field teams. Periodic travel to project sites across the U.S. may be required. Site visits may involve exposure to active construction environments including outdoor weather and uneven terrain. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Compensation And Benefits
MBA Energy & Industrial offers competitive compensation packages including base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick leave, 401(k) with company match, and professional growth opportunities. MBA also provides a collaborative work environment with ongoing education, company events, and a strong culture of teamwork and respect.
MBA Energy & Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.