Workplace Design and Space Planning Project Manager

DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian global business enterprise serving the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal government clients while benefiting the Native Hawaiian community.

Aloha (sharing of life, embodying humility and respect) is one of DAWSON's core values. Aloha is the common spirit that bonds our 'ohana together, guiding us as we treat our employees, families, clients, and partners with trust, understanding, and compassion. We strive to live aloha every day, and we are committed to sharing aloha across the globe.

Workplace Design and Space Planning Project Manager

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• Salary Range: $120,000 to $135,000
• Location: Hybrid – Telework and Onsite in Washington, DC
• Clearance: Public Trust - Must be able to obtain a clearance with the US Government

Title: Workplace Design and Space Planning Project Manager

Key Words: Interior Design, Architecture, Workplace Design, Space Planning, Change Management, Project Management, Facility Management, Furniture Management, Construction, CAFM, CFMS, AutoCad, Revit

You’ll be an excellent fit if you:

• Are self-motivated, detail-driven, and highly organized
• Promote an environment where team members establish relationships and build trust with their stakeholder counterparts
• Can anticipate the potential for changing conditions and collaborate as needed
• Can read and interpret plans and specifications
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Can meet time-sensitive deadlines and carry out multiple priorities simultaneously
• Can analyze data and resolve issues
• Are experienced in AutoCAD and have an eye for design

What you’ll do:

• Provide comprehensive support for the design, reconfiguration, relocation and increasing/downsizing of office space and similar facilities, including furniture, office equipment, and furnishings .
• Provide technical expert advice, guidance, and assistance to the client on matters dealing with Consolidated Furniture Management Services (CFMS) to support all construction and leasing build-out projects, alterations to improve space efficiency and space utilization , and updating of Computer Aided Facility Management (CAFM) .
• Coordinate and integrate the planning, programming scheduling, and inspection of space management projects. Assess Client requirements; develop, plan, schedule, and evaluate all project activities.
• Develop a combination of reports, meetings, site inspections, and other appropriate means of documentation related to space planning, including developing furniture plans, furniture specifications, timeline requirements, and presentations .
• Plan and direct a project or a group of related tasks, using project management tools to manage tasks, resources, schedules, budgets, and changes in scope .
• Coordinate the development of project plans and scope planning, the execution of design and construction, and the overall direction of the project .
• Develop Statements of Work (SOW) and cost estimations for building and construction projects, relocations, and furniture projects for approval by the Contracting Officer’s Representative and Government Technical Monitors.
• Provide technical advice, guidance, and assistance on matters dealing with office relocation and space requirements.
• Coordinate and integrate the planning, programming, scheduling, and management of resources for space relocations . Produce CAD drawings showing office layouts, furniture plans, reflected ceiling plans , etc. to use in planning reconfiguration of office and utility space within the facility. (High Priority)
• Manage and update CAFM database information and produce reports and analysis that enable Client to monitor, audit, evaluate and modify the use of facilities space to manage its property assets more efficiently and effectively. (High Priority)
• Participate in space walkthroughs and validate and update occupancy metrics in spreadsheets and database.
• Assist in the management of logistics of interior renovations and furniture installation . (High Priority)
• Develop feasibility studies, space forecasting, and building analyses . (High Priority)
• Develop furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) solutions for planning, architectural and interior designs . (High Priority)
• Manage services designing and installing systems for furniture and related inventories , including warehouse and property disposal management. (High Priority)
• Manage the planning, implementation, and allocation of resources and activities of facilities and capital construction projects to ensure project completion within timelines, contract specifications, and budget considerations. (High Priority)

What you’ll need to be considered:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree and equivalent work experience (Architecture or Interior Design preferred)
• Three (3+) or more years of experience with Facility Management / Project Management
• Three (5+) or more years of experience in the relocation / move industry
• Three (3+) or more years of experience with furniture / interior design projects
• AutoCAD experience
• Project Manager and/or Program Manager Certification (Preferred)
• Must be skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, and Word)

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.