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.

are seeking an experienced and dynamic Design Compliance Manager to lead the design efforts for a major progressive design build program in Seattle. 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:

• Work with the design team of the progressive design-builder, providing direction and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build 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. 
• Support the design-build team to develop and implement design strategies that align with project goals and client expectations. 
• Engage with the design-build team. Work with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, and planners, to develop cohesive and integrated design solutions.
• Provide support for the preparation of design documents, specifications, and reports. Be responsible for the technical requirements and specifications on behalf of the client. 
• Review progressive design-builder’s design for compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and coste.ective delivery.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance to resolve design issues.
• Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and AHJs. 
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the design team.
• Be 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.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. 

The expected salary for this position is $178,000 - $218,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. 

Equal opportunity is the law. 

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.