Design Project Manager

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. 

ERG is seeking a Design Project Manager with experience managing facilities projects, such as interior or exterior building renovations, building repairs (e.g., roof or HVAC replacement), and modifications or repairs to utilities and infrastructure. This is a hybrid position and will involve overseeing subcontracted design projects. The Design Project Manager will ensure that project deliverables meet expectations for quality, cost, and schedule. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architecture or design, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and overseeing multiple subcontractors. The successful candidate will join our growing team of professionals who focus on quality work and foster collaborative, long-term relationships with our clients and within our team.

 This full-time position will include interaction and support from ERG personnel at the federal site in Indian Head, MD, as well as from ERG’s Chantilly and Arlington offices. Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA. An alternative work schedule may be considered.

Job Description:

• Participate in the preparation of subcontractor requests for proposals (RFPs)
• Coordinate responses to requests for information
• Participate in evaluations of subcontractor proposals
• Develop and/or monitor project schedules
• Review project submittals to ensure completeness
• Coordinate responses to comments from clients and other project stakeholders
• Review subcontractor invoices for alignment with project status/deliverables
• Identify and work to proactively resolve any compliance or performance issues
• Provide technical & managerial input into the preparation of subcontractor modifications

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (minimum GPA of 3.0)
• At least ten years of relevant experience
• At least five years of experience overseeing subcontractors
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage an active portfolio of projects
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate/communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders
• Excellent verbal/written communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
• Experience with design-bid-build construction projects
• Experience with vertical new construction, building renovation, and civil/site infrastructure construction projects
• Experience with construction building codes and permitting processes
• Expertise with at least one of the following, preferably all: HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical. Ability to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.

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As ERG is a friendly, flexible, inclusive environment and has clients who are committed to making the world a better place, ERGers are incredibly dedicated. We promote and recognize principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.