Manager, Design Practice. Job in New Orleans Move Collective Jobs

Requisition ID

44560BR

Business Unit COR Job Title Manager, Design Practice Group COR Employment Type Regular Job Description CDM Smith is seeking a Design Practice Manager to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. This individual will lead the Design Practice group, helping to drive the firm's digital transformation through the strategic implementation of digital design tools, technologies and processes. This group plays a key role in advancing digital enablement programs and technology execution plans that enhance design workflows across our architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) disciplines. The role also involves collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various technologies and communicating effectively with stakeholders to drive project success. The Design Practice Manager will lead rollout efforts and champion adoption across the organization. Working on the cutting edge of digital tools and technologies, developing standards, processes and workflows for applications by Autodesk and Bentley, and other design applications and plug‑ins that can benefit the AEC practices at CDM Smith. Maintaining consistent and documented standards, processes, workflows, and best practices for CDM Smith's AEC digital tools and technologies in alignment with the broader digital enablement strategy; communicating thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible and easy‑to‑understand manner. Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team across a global practice. Displaying excellent interpersonal skills to build quality relationships with the team and across the organization. Assisting on initiatives and efforts, as part of a collaborative team, with your digital tools and technologies expertise. Assisting with the development of documentation, standards, best practices, and workflows for design practice hardware/software and digital tools and technologies in use across the business. Managing and overseeing a team of design practice specialists, aligning the group to the Digital Engineering Solutions team's goals and objectives, providing guidance, instruction, training and leadership skills to inspire the group to perform at their optimum. Motivating and inspiring a team of design practice specialists by creating an environment that promotes positive communication, encourages bonding of group members and demonstrates flexibility. Managing staff, evaluating performance, mentoring, approving paid time off (PTO) and training, ensuring human resources (HR) policies are followed and making recommendations regarding staffing decisions. Presenting to both internal and external audiences as needed. Assisting the business with marketing, communications, and business development descriptions and activities from a technology perspective as needed. Assisting with internal and external website descriptions as needed. Performing other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree. 10 years of related experience with at least 2 of those years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required; the frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Civil 3D, including corridor modeling, grading, pipe networks, and plan production workflows for transportation infrastructure projects. Proficiency in Bentley design tools such as OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, and InRoads, with a strong understanding of their application in roadway and civil site design. Familiarity with DOT requirements and digital deliverables for transportation projects using Civil 3D and Bentley tools. Understanding of low‑code/no‑code computational design applications for implementing quality assurance frameworks including reliability, security, and scalability. Skills and Abilities Experience leading and managing a team of staff; team‑oriented, positive, collaborative and reliable. Proven leadership capabilities with the ability to organize, plan, prioritize, and manage time and changing priorities. Expert knowledge and proven ability in the area of AEC design technologies and processes. Inquisitive, with a desire to ask questions to gain a deeper understanding of business issues. Passionate about helping AEC business lines drive their success in using design technology and processes. Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate well with people from both technical and non‑technical backgrounds; ability to listen, build rapport, and credibility as a strategic and diplomatic partner with our business units. Innovative and able to apply critical thinking skills to generate new solutions/ideas that create value and improve processes. Detail‑oriented with the ability to assist with executing highly complex or specialized projects. Background Check and Drug Testing Information CDM Smith Inc. reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Pay Range Minimum $122,595 Pay Range Maximum $214,510 Additional Compensation All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. Assignment Category Fulltime-Regular Visa Sponsorship No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position. Amount of Travel Required 0% Job Site Location United States - Nationwide Additional Pay Range Information The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate's work experience, education/training and key skills. Massachusetts Applicants It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. EEO Statement We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Broughton Group