April 5, 2026

Design Manager

Mark Thomas Oakland, California

Mark Thomas is hiring an experienced Transportation Design Manager to the team! The role of the Design Manager is to lead and manage the design solutions and execution of deliverables on a wide variety of projects, particularly the most complex projects. Further, the Design Manager has developed an outstanding internal reputation as a "go to" person for valuable input and in demand as a design project leader. • Responsible for the overall design review and delivery of quality PS&E's (plans, specifications and estimates) • Completes the design components of larger and/or more complex projects in accordance with engineering agreements/scopes, standards of the Company and general best practices • Leads the Company in developing quality processes for effective & efficient technical/design delivery on projects • Frequently reviews standard details and quality control measures and upgrade as necessary • Leads the technical development and approach for winning proposals • Extends externally to keep up with best practices and builds an external reputation for technical/design capability & credibility • Delegates and directs technical/design tasks to technical engineering staff • Contributes to the training and mentoring of staff for efficient project execution & quality. • Meets/exceeds competencies, work products and responsibilities of a Senior Lead Technical Engineer • BS degree in Civil Engineering, • A Masters' Degree in specific & relevant areas of engineering is highly preferred • 20+ years' progressively responsible relevant experience • California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one-year, other relevant certifications a plus • Proficient in MS PowerPoint and other software packages • Knowledge of overall project deliverables (PSR, PAED, PS&E) • Demonstrated advanced knowledge of technical best practices, quality standards and details • Strong knowledge of construction methods and techniques • Proven ability to direct and delegate work assignments • Adequate to Excellent communication skills both written and verbal • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities

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