Job Description
**Posting Title:** Design Manager
**Reports To:** Vice President, Special Systems
**Location:** San Jose, California
**Salary Range:** $156,000 to $234,000
_*This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus plan._
Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
**WHO WE ARE**
For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.
**THE COMMERCIAL TEAM**
Our strong project management teams, dedicated in-house engineering resources and skilled union field staff work together seamlessly to deliver commercial projects that are as innovative and unique as the clients who build them.
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
Plan, direct, manage, supervise and coordinate administrative and operational tasks for the special systems engineering team. Manage development and implementation of engineering and construction projects of various types and sizes. Strategize and participate in securing new projects and team development in coordination with other members of leadership.
+ Represent engineering team in leadership decisions
+ Support engineering activities and assign tasks
+ Establish and maintain standards, procedures and metrics for engineering documents and team processes
+ Oversee engineering design QA/QC process
+ Foster collaborative work environment
+ Review project and design documents for adherence to codes and standards
+ Set project hourly budgets and timelines for completion
+ Create and maintain client relationships
+ Manage subcontracted teams as required
+ Assist in project pursuit efforts including proposals, interviews, market strategy implementation
+ Assist with resolution of engineering and design challenges
+ Coordinate with other members of leadership to improve and expand team
+ Select and evaluate potential engineering team members
+ Provide mentorship and support to engineering team members
+ Oversee and direct administrative support functions and activities of engineering team
+ Assess and monitor workload of engineering team, assigning team members as necessary
+ Recommend and implement training and education
+ Perform overall program or project manager duties as required
+ Develop and prepare engineering design drawings, specifications and other documents
+ Prepare and deliver presentations or reports on program/project goals, team status and projections
+ Stay informed on updates to codes/standards, new product releases, etc. and implement them where applicable
+ Attend site visits and client meetings where required
**Knowledge:** Having wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Some barriers to entry exist at this level (e.g., dept/peer review).
**Job Complexity:** Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
**Supervision:** Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel (Team Lead).
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
_Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying._
**Education:** Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in relevant field.
**Experience:** 10 years experience in special systems engineering.
**Licensure/Certifications** : RCDD certification a plus.
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CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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