Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers and advanced infrastructure. The Project Manager is accountable for supporting all aspects of a project, managing design and construction phases, and ensuring effective communication with clients and project teams.
Responsibilities
- Drive project design from inception (site acquisition) through design and construction
- Develop owner project requirements (OPR) and initial space planning efforts / schematic design
- Represent DLB at site visits including existing condition surveys and punchlists
- Evaluate and review subcontractor proposals and provide recommendations on contract award
- Lead pre-construction elements including project initiation, kickoff, RFIs and submittals
- Coordinate resource and material forecasting
- Develop, manage and monitor schedule
- Lead project meetings
- Coordinate / perform QA / QC plans and specifications to ensure completion in accordance with the project scope and appropriate guidelines and manuals
- Oversee / coordinate subconsultant activities
- Develop cost and time schedules for proposed work with the assistance of project team. Assign and schedule duties to project team members
- Coordinate or oversee start-up, cutover, pre-functional or functional testing and project closeout
- Prepare, forecast and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization and maintain overall accountability for the profitability of the project
- Communicate with the client when additional fees / change orders are required
- Identify potential project risks and develop / implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
- Accountable for development of cost schedules / schedules of value for client progress billing
- Lead preparation of proposals, presentations and the overall marketing efforts of the firm
- Lead the promotion of the firm, service and expertise to existing or potential clients
- Maintain client relationship to ensure an ongoing positive relationship and work with clients to identify and develop new projects
- Primary contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships
- Ensure client satisfaction through active communication
- Review and distribute daily reporting
- Accountable for project contract administration
- Manage personal and project hours using company tools
- Create / complete departmental reports
- Identify opportunities and lead the strategic use of technology, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency through workflow automation, reduced manual effort, and improved accuracy in forecasting, documentation, reporting, and quality processes
- Support adoption of emerging technologies - including advanced analytics, data visualization tools, and digital construction management platforms - to strengthen readiness, quality assurance, and project controls
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technology solutions align with DLB standards for data security, privacy, and operational integrity
- Promote a culture that embraces innovation, continuous improvement, and the strategic use of technology to optimize performance and scalability
- Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Skills
- Knowledge of industry trends, project management and construction procedures and best practices
- Knowledge of MEP / FA / FP trades and the general requirements for each
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people and resources
- Knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in the construction mission critical, commercial buildings or other structures
- Knowledge of the importance of the Method of Procedure (MOP) process and work notifications
- Skilled at producing drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD and / or Revit
- Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
- Skilled at using construction management software such as Procore
- Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
- Skilled at managing personnel and material resources
- Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
- Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
- Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
- Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
- Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
- Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members
- Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues
- B.A. / B.S. degree in engineering, construction or related discipline
- Two years of additional experience in related field in lieu of degree
- Minimum of five years of experience in related field
Benefits
- Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
- Flex spending accounts (FSA)
- Dental and vision plans
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
- 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
- PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
- Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
- Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
- Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
- Paid parental leave after one year of employment
Company Overview
DLB Associates is an engineering consulting company - rendering and design for residential and commercial sectors. It was founded in 1980, and is headquartered in Eatontown, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.dlbassociates.com/.