Design Technology Manager

The Opportunity

The Design Technology Manager will be responsible for upholding high standards and maintaining a high performing team that supports the business. The position will lead a team supporting Power and Renewables 2D client-based drafting, BIM/3D modeling, project delivery, design software, and design automation efforts. The position will develop and maintain strong relationships and alignment will all levels of leadership providing regular updates, status reports, and presentations. The position will also lead standardization, strategy, and ensure process adherence for both 2D drafting and BIM/3D modeling and automation. This individual will manage and oversee the workflows and design methods and technologies, and is responsible for user adoption, training, and digital design standards implementation.

What You'll Do

• Mentor, coach, and lead a team of design technology professionals that will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of software versions, updates, templates, tools, and scripts to ensure high standards across the enterprise.
• Manage, coach, and lead a team to guide the implementation, training, and use of supporting design delivery software within Power and Renewables to increase effectiveness in the project delivery process
• Develop and manage partnerships and alignment with Lifeline Sector leadership.
• Manage organizational change and adoption around 2D client-based drafting, BIM/3D modeling, project delivery, design software, and design automation efforts.
• Stay informed and coach on best practices for use of software impacting digital design, evaluate new modeling and project delivery related software and technologies to enhance productivity and project performance.
• Mentor, coach, and lead continuous improvement exercises for client-based workflows; build generative design and modeling automation capability.
• Work with various committees and teams to strategize and develop project delivery software best practices, standards, and adoption across all offices. This includes coordination with the Project Management Center of Excellence.
• Coordinates with the QA/QC team to assist in evaluation of and increasing adherence to company standards.
• Create written technology evaluations and budgets for future technology adoption that align with enterprise-wide goals.
• Establish a workflow process that promotes user involvement in forming feedback channels to continue to improve and enhance existing project delivery software and standards.
• Manage user groups in design delivery software.
• Assist project teams in design technology aspects of project setup and execution planning.
• Develop and maintain relationships with all BIM/CADD Lead positions throughout all Lifeline sectors ensuring alignment with Design Technology and the business unit they support.
• Prepare and plan with leadership during annual operating budget planning for all new positions within Design Technology and BIM/CADD Lead positions. This could include conducting market research for job title and job description, working with Human Resources to create the position, conducting interviews and managing the onboarding process.
• Works closely with the Design Technology leadership to develop and maintain a positive team culture.
• Works closely with the Design Technology & Technology & Innovation leadership to ensure team and department strategic goals are in alignment with ongoing workload and priorities of the professionals they may lead.
• Assist with developing and maintaining adherence to yearly Design Technology budget.
• Develop and maintain a relationship with Strategic Growth and Marketing to ensure new service offerings are commercialized.
• Develop and maintain relationships and regular coordination with software vendors. This includes but may not be limited to Bentley, Autodesk, and our Autodesk reseller.
• Assist in creating corporate communication.

What We Expect from You

• Degree in Engineering, Design, Business Management or other related field; consideration will be given to relevant experience
• Requires 8+ years of experience in design-related fields, prior management experience preferred.
• Strong ability to manage and prioritize multiple, concurrent projects while meeting aggressive deadlines in a fast-paced environment, including ability to manage multiple teams, with extensive project planning and execution skills.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.
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As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don't want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees -for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

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Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $125,400- $169,600
* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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