Design Project Manager

Southland Industries

Tempe, USonsitePosted Aug 18, 2026
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About the role

Position Summary

Responsible for the preconstruction process of design-build and design-assist projects. Manages project design and detailing schedule, monitors design development and detailing progress, and manages the financial aspects of the design contract to deliver high-quality projects within the prescribed time frames and costs.

Position Details

Manages larger or several smaller design-build and design assist projects. Ensures the delivery of high-quality projects within the prescribed time frames.

Develops and maintains client relationships. Coordinates with cross-functional teams, including other discipline contractors and architects.

Communicates and manages project goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and construction project management. Identifies and assesses risk in all project phases and participates in creation of construction schedules to ensure alignment.

Manages all financial aspects of the design contracts (costs, billings and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while maintaining a positive client relationship.

Manages cost impact studies or design optimization efforts and works with Operations or design project management for pricing. Coordinates engineering resources to develop conceptual designs to support estimating. Provides engineering support to business development teams during pursuit of projects.

Develops and maintains document control, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements and standards.

Manages the design and/or coordination of QA/QC process.

Plans and coordinates on-site field surveys to collect and deliver design and engineering data.

Assists in early procurement leveling efforts as required by the project.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or equivalent technical training and related experience

6+ years of progressive engineering or construction management experience

PE licensure preferred

Outstanding organizational skills and time management skills

Excellent analytical and technical writing skills

Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills

Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office and familiarity with Autodesk Products and Revit

Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment while adhering to project deadlines

Outstanding project management skills

Ability to efficiently review and critique construction documents

Understanding of MEP calculations and design, building codes and standards, and MEP system costs

Ability to develop design tasks and distribute amongst the design team

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)

Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

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Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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