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Flatiron Construction Corp

Sr. Design Lead

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$200K/yr

As Mechanical Technial Lead, you will manage communication and coordination between the design firm, internal construction teams, subcontractors, dry dock operations, and OICC (Office-in-Charge of ...

IDEO

Senior Design Lead

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$153K - $160K/yr

Senior Design Lead (IDEO, LLC, San Francisco, California) Collaborate with junior employees on transformative interactive experiences through front-end user interfaces, narrative storytelling ...

Flatiron Construction Corp

Sr. Design Lead

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$200K/yr

As Mechanical Technial Lead, you will manage communication and coordination between the design firm, internal construction teams, subcontractors, dry dock operations, and OICC (Office-in-Charge of ...

Utter Associates Inc

Senior Design Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

The Senior Design Engineer is a full-time position that performs systems engineering on a breadth ... Be the ZTransform technical design lead and/or a supporting technical team member in the successful ...

Vinci

Senior Design Engineer - OHL

England, AR · On-site

Act as the technical lead on assigned OHL projects, ensuring solutions are safe, robust, compliant ... Design Managers * Senior Design Engineers * Client representatives * Supplier representatives

Quanta Services

Design Lead

Norristown, PA · On-site +1

Professional growth within the HBK Organization's senior Design Track * Opportunity to lead coordination of complex utility engineering projects * Team management experience with timesheet approval ...

HBK Engineering, LLC

Design Lead

Philadelphia, PA · On-site +1

Professional growth within the HBK Organization's senior Design Track * Opportunity to lead coordination of complex utility engineering projects * Team management experience with timesheet approval ...

HBK Engineering, LLC

Design Lead

Norristown, PA · On-site +1

Professional growth within the HBK Organization's senior Design Track * Opportunity to lead coordination of complex utility engineering projects * Team management experience with timesheet approval ...

HBK Engineering, LLC

Design Lead

Norristown, PA · On-site

Professional growth within the HBK Organization's senior Design Track * Opportunity to lead coordination of complex utility engineering projects * Team management experience with timesheet approval ...

MiconeStaffing

Senior Design Manager

Sparks, NV

Senior Design Manager -- Drive Factory Infrastructure at Record Speed McCarran, NV (Tahoe Reno ... Lead infrastructure and tool install projects through conceptualization, feasibility, funding ...

IEA

Senior Design Engineer

Kenosha, WI

The Sr. Design Engineer will lead and communicate the fundamental aspects of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems-level design work. The Sr. Design Engineer will serve as a technical knowledge ...

LMI

Design Lead

$109K - $143K/yr

The Design Lead and will serve as the senior authority responsible for defining and enforcing the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design approach across the program. This individual must ...

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How much do senior design lead jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior design lead in the United States is $54.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.66 and $70.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Design Lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Design Lead, you need advanced expertise in visual design, user experience (UX), and a strong portfolio demonstrating successful project leadership, typically supported by a degree in design or a related field. Mastery of design tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and prototyping software, as well as familiarity with agile project management systems, is essential. Exceptional communication, team leadership, and creative problem-solving skills set successful candidates apart. These abilities are crucial for delivering innovative design solutions, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects meet business goals.

How does a Senior Design Lead typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

A Senior Design Lead plays a central role in bridging design, product management, engineering, and marketing teams throughout a project's lifecycle. They facilitate workshops, communicate design concepts, and ensure that user-centered principles are integrated into decision-making. Regular collaboration occurs through meetings, design reviews, and feedback sessions to align the team's vision and priorities, address challenges, and maintain project momentum. This collaborative approach not only ensures cohesive solutions but also fosters a culture of innovation and shared ownership.

What are Senior Design Leads?

Senior Design Leads are experienced professionals responsible for overseeing and guiding the design process within a company or project. They manage design teams, set creative direction, and ensure that design solutions align with business objectives and user needs. In addition to hands-on design work, they often collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior designers, and help define design strategy and best practices. Their role is crucial in delivering high-quality, innovative products and cohesive user experiences.
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Sr. Design Lead

Sr. Design Lead

Flatiron Construction Corp

Honolulu, HI • On-site

$200K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Overview

Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Pacific has awarded Dragados JV a $3.4 billion task order - under an $8 billion indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ), multiple-award construction contract awarded in November 2021 to Dragados JV to replace a dry dock at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility at Joint Base Pearl Harbor. As Mechanical Technial Lead, you will manage communication and coordination between the design firm, internal construction teams, subcontractors, dry dock operations, and OICC (Office-in-Charge of Construction) to ensure the most optimized, efficient and cost effective construction design. 

What you will be doing
  • Reviews and evaluates design drawings for alternative build pursuits to ensure feasible constructability, cost efficiency and design optimization.
  • Engages Technical Services, construction management and estimating departments for additional technical and construction input to identify and mitigate construction risks.
  • Provides technical insight at meetings to ensure unified understanding of the design drawings and budget implications associated with designer plans. Includes external designers, construction managers and support engineering teams in weekly taskforce planning meetings, as necessary.
  • Works closely with external design firm, internal construction, estimating and engineering teams during project construction or pursuits to identify design risks and optimization opportunities. Recommends, tracks and documents contract change orders regarding the construction design to ensure accurate and compliant project controls.
  • Submits design progress and cost reporting to project management team throughout the life of the project to guarantee united understanding of project and budget status. Provides input on material quantities and design strategies to lower project cost and mitigate risks.
  • Ensures accurate, complete and timely submission of all design packages, and coordinates split packages, so construction schedule continues without delays. Design package responsibility includes tracking the permits and public information sessions required of the external design firm. Attends public information sessions, as needed.
  • Attends and participates in technical reviews and design presentations with project Owner to ensure design comprehension and assist with change order approvals.
  • Submits monthly project status reporting to design and operations leadership in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Maintains knowledge of Flatiron's company values and strategic plan.
  • Support published corporate policies.
  • Perform additional assignments per management's direction.
What we are looking for
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
  • 10+ years' experience in construction industry, design engineering, estimating or related experience required.
  • Experience managing construction design teams and design firms.
  • Experience working with alternative design pursuits (Design Build, P3, etc.) required.
  • Experience working with Procore, Primavera P6, AutoCAD and Bluebeam required.
  • Professional Engineering License (PE/Peng) preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge and skill in technical writing for efficient and concise document control and presentations to all levels of the business.
  • Strong knowledge of construction engineering principles and regulatory codes required.
Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

  • Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
  • Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
  • Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
  • Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary MinUSD $150,000.00/Yr.Salary MaxUSD $200,000.00/Yr.Employment Type: OTHER

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