Technical Advisor​/Senior Design Manager

Company Description

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AECOM
is seeking a highly experienced
Senior Design Manager/Technical Advisor
to join our team. This role can be done on a "hybrid" basis--meaning, a combination of work from home and work out of any of our Ontario offices.

This position is for a newly created position.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an individual with a strong engineering background, expertise in owner's engineering, a proven track record in underground subway station design, familiarity with LEAN design and construction methods, and experience in Progressive Design Build (PDB) or Design-Build (DB). The ideal candidate will also actively participate in working groups on behalf of the owner to review, discuss, and contribute to design decisions.

Major Responsibilities:

Owner's Engineering Leadership:

• Leverage extensive experience in engineering to oversee the review of design deliverables, ensuring compliance with owner requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.

• Collaborate closely with the owner's engineering team to provide valuable insights and recommendations, particularly in the context of underground subway station design.

Design Compliance Review:

• Methodically review design documents for underground subway stations, ensuring adherence to stringent compliance standards, safety regulations, and owner specifications.

• Implement and manage quality control measures to guarantee the accuracy and completeness of design deliverables, with a focus on project-specific output specifications and performance specification requirements.

RFI Coordination:

• Take responsibility for coordinating responses to RFIs, working closely with project teams and stakeholders to address inquiries and ensure timely and accurate responses.

• Collaborate with the design team to incorporate RFI responses into the overall design process while maintaining compliance with project requirements.

Shop Drawing Reviews:

• Oversee the review of Shop Drawings, ensuring they align with project specifications design requirements.

• Collaborate with project teams and contractors to facilitate the timely review and approval of Shop Drawings.

Progressive Design Build (PDB) or Design-Build (DB):

• Bring experience and expertise in Progressive Design Build (PDB) or Design-Build (DB) methodologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the design and construction processes.

• Collaborate with project teams and contractors in the successful implementation of PDB or DB approaches for subway station projects.

LEAN Design and Construction Methods:

• Demonstrate familiarity with LEAN design and construction methods, utilizing these principles to optimize project workflows, reduce waste, and enhance overall project efficiency.

Active Participation in Working Groups:

• Represent the owner in working groups, actively participating in discussions, and contributing to design decisions.

• Collaborate with stakeholders, designers, and project teams to ensure alignment with owner objectives and project goals.

Project-Specific Output Specification and Design Manual:

• Lead the development of project-specific output specifications, performance specifications, and design manuals for underground subway station projects.

• Ensure that design processes align with established specifications and contribute to the creation of comprehensive design documentation.

Collaborative Leadership for Subway Station Projects:

• Lead and inspire the design team in creating solutions that align with engineering excellence, project specifications, compliance requirements, PDB/DB methodologies, and LEAN principles.

• Foster a collaborative environment that seamlessly integrates compliance considerations, innovative project delivery approaches, and active participation in working groups.

Project Management for Underground Infrastructure:

• Manage the design process for underground subway stations, ensuring compliance with owner expectations, regulatory requirements, safety standards, and PDB/DB principles.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address unique challenges associated with underground design and ensure…