Design Phase Manager

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES

• Lead evaluation of electrical system options, life‑cycle cost impacts, and system selection aligned with project goals.
• Review electrical design documents for system sizing, interface coordination, constructability, logistics, and identification of potential issues.
• Participate in programming, conceptual design, and value engineering activities for electrical and other MEP disciplines.
• Integrate 3D/4D modeling into electrical design and preconstruction planning.
• Prepare and present electrical and overall MEP budgetary estimates based on schematic and program design information.
• Maintain electrical historical cost data and support the assessment of market conditions for pricing and partner selection.
• Evaluate electrical design changes, develop value‑add alternatives with cost impacts, and ensure alignment of electrical scope, budget, and schedule.
• Lead electrical trade partner selection, including bid package development, proposal analysis, interviews, and final award recommendations.
• Support contract development to ensure clear electrical scope definitions and performance expectations.
• Identify and resolve electrical design and specification issues while ensuring consistency with the project execution plan.
• Oversee quality assurance for electrical systems and support planning for commissioning and turnover.
• Act as a primary point of contact with owners, architects, engineers, and electrical trade partners during the design phase.
• Lead integrated project team meetings to ensure collaboration, communication, and coordination across all disciplines.
• Ensure required regulatory approvals and permits related to electrical systems are obtained.
• Manage and mentor design‑phase team members through coaching, clear direction, and performance management.
• Track progress against design milestones, maintain construction readiness, and ensure a smooth transition to field operations.
• Foster a collaborative, integrated team environment while maintaining alignment on scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.