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Overview

Are you ready to move your career forward and start the BEST job of your life? Haskell is committed to providing resources to help you grow and discover your potential. We promote an environment that encourages innovative ideas and allows you to develop the best ways to get the job done.

Haskell's Design & Consulting Team unites architecture, engineering, and consulting professionals from across industries and geographies. Our diverse team serves clients with multiple project delivery methods including design-build, engineer-procure-construct, fee-for-service, or consulting services. We work in markets such as food and beverage, consumer products, aviation and aerospace, civil infrastructure, healthcare, and Federal Government projects. As a team member, you'll work on impactful projects that challenge your creativity, innovation, and expand your skills.

Job Responsibilities

1. Application of Knowledge
   • Direct and be accountable for all aspects of the design effort, including conformance with project criteria.
   • Coordinate among disciplines and ensure conformance to standards for design documents.
2. Client Management
   • Manage client criteria acquisition, communication, and relationship.
   • Operate as the primary client interface during design.
   • Document client meetings and understand client needs for effective project delivery.
3. Construction Support
   • Monitor design team responses, assist in prioritizing responses, and track costs and schedules.
   • Supervise or participate in installations and start-up as needed.
4. Change Management
   • Manage design scope changes and document all scope modifications.
5. Financial Management
   • Develop and oversee design budgets and fees.
   • Monitor project financial performance and ensure invoicing compliance.
   • Manage outside consultants and monitor project cash flow.
6. Scheduling
   • Coordinate staff allocation and develop design schedules.
   • Ensure schedule compliance and resolve conflicts.
7. Strategy
   • Develop and execute proposal strategies and participate in marketing efforts.
   • Seek innovative design delivery methods and develop cohesive production strategies.
8. Leadership
   • Supervise project personnel and maintain communication through regular meetings.
   • Ensure contractual requirements are met and lead project teams.
   • Participate in corporate quality programs and project closeout activities.
9. Travel Requirements
   • Up to 30% annually, based on business needs.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture (preferred).
• 10 years of progressive design experience, including 5 years as a lead designer and 3 years in design management.
• Knowledge of related design disciplines and ability to coordinate activities.

Knowledge, Skills, Licenses, Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Registered Architect (RA).
• Experience with Department of Defense design management and government projects.
• Experience managing large multi-user design charrettes and understanding agency requirements.
• Preferred: DBIA AE1 (Owner Advisor) role experience.
• Proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6, and MS Office Suite.
• Strong communication, negotiation, management, and leadership skills.
• Experience in project budgeting, scheduling, proposal writing, staffing, and conflict resolution.

Benefits

Haskell offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, employee stock ownership, paid time off, professional development, flexible work hours, and more.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Must have ambulatory skills, ability to lift 10-50 pounds, and good coordination. Must be able to sit, reach, talk, and hear frequently.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations as required by law. We maintain a drug-free workplace.