Design Coordinator

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

From aviation to light rail Mott MacDonald is delivering truly brilliant things for the Greater Seattle community. Our projects include:  

Seattle Waterfront Revitalization: This project aims to transform the Seattle waterfront into a vibrant public space, enhancing the city's connection to Elliott Bay. 

Seattle Light Rail Expansion: Mott MacDonald is contributing to the expansion of Seattle's light rail system, improving public transportation and reducing traffic congestion. 

To support a major transit program in Seattle, we’re looking to welcome a Design Coordinator. The Design Coordinator responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to: 

• Responsible for interfacing with various disciplines and coordinating their inputs for technical and commercial reports 

• Monitor potential changes against the current scope of project 

• Perform project document control and review of submittals for compliance 

• Coordinate distribution and collection of design review comments and determine appropriateness of review comments 

• Package completed design review comments for delivery to the contractor 

• Attend meetings as required and prepare meeting notes/minutes as well as produce materials for meetings 

• Schedule project meetings and activities for various project staff 

• Track and monitor project/program schedule and coordinate all sub-consultants deliverables to be on time 

• Monitor all project/program budgets against schedule milestones to ensure successful project delivery 

• Prepare ad-hoc reports for distribution 

• Review weekly timesheet and expense report 

• Assist developing fee proposals 

The ideal candidate will have the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree 

• Up to 5 years of experience in similar role or be an EIT looking for a change in experience   

• Experience with document control 

• Familiarity with various contracting, procurement and project delivery models 

• Experience with engineering projects preferred 

• Working knowledge of project design process and configuration management preferred 

• Able to read and understand project/program schedules preferred 

• Capable of tracking budgets and deliverables against overall project/program requirements 

• Must be able to manage large volumes of work simultaneously 

• Must have exceptional organizational skills and time management skills 

• Experience with Office tools, especially SharePoint, ProjectWise, Excel, and PowerPoint 

• Experience with Business Management System forms 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Confident and positive attitude 

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. 

The expected salary for this position is $114,000- $140,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Equal employment opportunity is the law. 
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence