Design Manager, Technology (COE-9.3)
Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.
The Design Manager, Technology role will be hired under the Engineering Management Centre of Excellence group within the Engineering Management Technical Professional Organization (TPO) of Engineering Services Canada. The Design Manager, Technology role will play a support role in the delivery of Engineering Services on a large project under the GTAA project.
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the candidate will lead and coordinate the implementation of multidisciplinary design standards and works collaboratively with the main contractor. Responsibilities include oversight of pre-construction phase services, client interface at multiple levels, design consultancy management, facilitating design reviews, external stakeholder management, and technical assistance.
This role will be based in Toronto, ON.
Sector of activities
- Owner’s Engineering for Ports & Airports Market.
Your role within the team:
- Leads and coordinates the implementation of multi-disciplinary design standards and works collaboratively with the main contractor.
- Oversees pre-construction phase services, including planning, all design phases, site development, permitting, and procurement support.
- Serves as client interface at multiple levels and at all phases and provides technical advice guidance and subject matter expertise with respect to design development.
- Manages design consultancy agreements to achieve the requirements of the contract in terms of technical specification, schedule, and cost.
- Facilitates design reviews and coordinates input and feedback from all stakeholders to ensure feedback is provided in an effective and efficient manner.
- Manages reviews by external stakeholder groups (airlines, agencies, authorities having jurisdiction).
- Provides Management and Executive level progress and performance reports, highlighting key risks and opportunities.
- Manages the client review/approval of the design at all phases and facilitates an effective handover between Development and Construction.
- Provides technical assistance and support to the delivery teams based on knowledge of the design phases and GTAA’s facilities requirements, by bringing the perspective of planning and design to the other phases of program/projects construction delivery phases of the Program.
- Conducts and coordinates quality reviews for compliance with scope the requirements of work the Program.
- Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the career development of GTAA staff. Provide training and guidance on established BIM and document control standards supporting GTAA LIFT programs.
- Prepares detailed lists and packs hardcopy records for archiving.
- Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the career development of GTAA staff.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?
Because we offer:
- The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
- An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
- A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
- Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
- A work environment focused on health and safety.
The ideal candidate:
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in large capital programs in an engineering/ design management position with a focus on terminal renovation/ improvement programs.
- Recognized degree in engineering or architecture.
- Demonstrable experience using AutoCAD & Revit (MicroStation is an asset)/ BIM/ Civil 3D design software & Experience in Microsoft Office software.
- Demonstrable experience in managing senior stakeholder relationships and providing strategic level reporting to enable effective decision making.
- Demonstrable experience in performing design reviews and facilitating design coordination activities.
- Relevant professional designation is considered an asset.
- Strong technical capability in all project phases and ability to solve complex problems including by using data analytics to support solution identification.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills including the ability to facilitate meeting /workshops with large groups of stakeholders.
- Good working knowledge of program development including scope finalization, cost estimating, scheduling, and risk assessments.
Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.
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