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Design Build Deputy Design Manager (Special Projects)
Kpff Consulting Engineers
Lead design‑build civil projects, managing teams, client relations, and construction.
13d ago
$135,000 - $175,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Seattle, WA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,371 Employees
Service Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Land Development
Seismic Engineering
Sustainability Consulting
Urban Planning
Construction Management
Sector Specialisms
Bridge Engineering
Business Operations
Civil Engineering
Construction Project Management
Engineering Dive Inspection
Engineering-Led Design
Environmental
Inspection
Role
What you would be doing
problem solving
site visits
plan review
cost control
design coordination
construction docs
- Enhance your skills in identifying and overcoming challenges through innovative problem-solving approaches, utilizing both traditional and modern engineering techniques.
- Conduct site visits and inspections as necessary to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
- Review plans, prepare or review technical specifications, contract documents and estimates.
- Assure the project team complies with the contract agreement as well as exercises rigid cost control to implement the approved design within established budget restraints
- Support the management of the project, scope, schedule, design, and quality.
- Mentor team members to support their professional growth and development.
- Support the Design Manager to coordinate with all complimentary disciplines (roadway, drainage, structural, traffic, public involvement and environmental), technical preparation and supervision of roadway and transit design tasks including quality reviews.
- Managing design build project tasks, ensuring efficient coordination of timelines, budgets, and resources to achieve successful project outcomes.
- Lead, develop and review post design construction related tasks including; NDCs, FDCs, RFIs, PCO’s and manage design risk through construction.
- Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
- Occasionally visiting project locations and performing field inspections which may involve walking, standing, kneeling, or navigating uneven terrain.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, offering expert guidance and proactive support throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
- Traveling to project sites or client meetings, which may involve driving or flying.
- Foster strong client relationships by actively listening to client needs, providing clear communication, and delivering customized solutions that align with their objectives.
What you bring
pe
civil engineering
dbia
dot
wsdot
8 years
- Minimum of 8 year of of civil design and management experience with a PE in the State of Washington or ability to get reciprocity
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for developing design and project management skills.
- Strong knowledge of construction means, methods and techniques
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- Experiencing delivering alternative project delivery procurements for WSDOT, Sound Transit or other similar agencies.
- Experience working with contractors who are active in the Puget Sound Region.
- Learn to assess risks and develop mitigation strategies to contribute to project success.
- Familiarity with WSDOT Standard Plans and Standard Specifications and Design Manual
- DBIA Professional
- Proven capability to work dynamically and effectively in a collaborative environment.
- 5+ Years of experience on large Department of Transportation (DOT) projects
- Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, jury duty)
- KPFF Paid Family Leave
- Professional development education opportunities
- Professional Licensure Recognition Program
- Mentorship program
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Hybrid work environment
- Monthly social events
- Paid holidays (including two floating Holidays)
- Office committee opportunities
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution (regardless of employee contribution)
- Medical insurance (two plans available to choose from)
- Vision Insurance
- Winter parties and summer picnics
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Company
Overview
Founded 1960
Year Established
Operational since 1960, the firm has evolved from a small consultancy to a national leader in engineering.
$200M Revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $200 million in annual revenue, reflecting its financial stability and growth.
- Operates with a flat organizational structure, empowering local offices to innovate and respond to regional needs.
- Typical projects range from high-rise buildings and bridges to site development, utilities and waterfront structures.
- Specializing in structural and civil engineering, the firm tackles complex designs—be it seismic curtain walls or stormwater systems.
- Has delivered award-winning work on landmark civic, corporate and infrastructure projects across the U.S.
- Despite its scale, it retains a nimble, creative culture focused on practical, constructible engineering solutions.
- Our purpose is to engineer opportunities.
- Our people are in the driver’s seat.
- We strive to accomplish excellent work and we push each other to keep getting better. We are willing to fail forward.
- We trust each other ... being accountable and communicative.
- We put considerable emphasis on building and maintaining relationships both internally and externally.
- We do what we say we will do, and we are consistently professional in our work.
- We are fiscally conservative which allows each of us stability to practice our profession and serve our clients.
- We have a contagious passion for our work and our company ... Those who maintain grit thrive in our environment.
- Core values: Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, Passion
500+ LEED Projects
Completed Sustainable Projects
Demonstrates extensive commitment to sustainability with over 500 LEED-certified projects, showcasing their dedication to green building practices.
15m Gallons
Water Saved
Conservation efforts across projects have resulted in saving 15 million gallons of water, highlighting water efficiency initiatives.
5 Net-Zero Projects
Carbon Neutral Achievements
Delivery of 5 Net-Zero and Carbon Neutral projects underscores leadership in reducing and eliminating operational emissions.
- Signatory of SE 2050 Commitment: aim to understand, reduce and ultimately eliminate embodied carbon in their projects by 2050.
- 2022 Embodied Carbon Action Plan in place; updated via Road to ECAP 2023.
- LEED Accredited Professionals firm-wide with ongoing sustainable practice training.
- Office sustainability measures: electronic filing; recycled/renewable materials; repurposing plotter trimmings; reusable kitchenware; public transit subsidies and bike parking.
1,359 Employees
Seattle Office
The company employs 1,359 individuals in its Seattle office, driven by core values including Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion.
4.6★ Rating
Women Employees
On Glassdoor, women employees rated the company 4.6 stars out of 5 based on 12 reviews.
65% Trust
Employee Trust
65% of employees surveyed on Indeed agreed they can trust their colleagues, showing a strong sense of trust within the company.
68% Happy
Employee Happiness
68% of employees reported feeling happy at work most of the time, indicating high satisfaction levels.
- Annual 360° review process for every employee plus firm-wide CoreStrengths and Crucial Conversations communication training.
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