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Design Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listing for: volterapower
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-15
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Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 135000 - 155000 USD Yearly USD 135000.00 155000.00 YEAR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Role overview

Lead a portfolio of fleet charging hub projects from early site review through permits and handoff to construction. You’ll coordinate design, utility applications, permitting, consultant work, budgets, and schedules while balancing customer requirements with site standards and local rules. The role works closely with real estate, engineering, construction, operations, finance, and customer teams, with speed to project delivery as a central measure of success.

Responsibilities
  • Own multiple projects from due diligence and concept design through permit approval and construction-ready design packages.
  • Review and mark up civil, electrical, and structural drawings; reconcile customer standards with utility requirements, site standards, and local codes.
  • Coordinate with customer engineering and operations teams to secure design approvals at key milestones.
  • Select and manage architecture and engineering consultants and specialty vendors, including setting scope, reviewing proposals, answering design questions, and tracking fees and deadlines.
  • Manage utility applications and local authority permitting, assemble submissions, resolve review comments, and flag cost or schedule risks.
  • Track each project’s budget, schedule, and business case; coordinate long‑lead equipment procurement and support construction handoff.
Requirements
  • 4–7 years of experience in design management, project management, engineering, or construction, with responsibility for site design through issued‑for‑construction documentation.
  • An electrical, civil, or architectural background, or relevant site development, planning, and construction experience.
  • Hands‑on experience coordinating utilities and municipal permits for land development or civil infrastructure projects.
  • Ability to interpret and provide substantive feedback on civil, electrical, and structural drawing packages.
  • Strong organization and follow‑through while managing several projects at different stages.
  • Working proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, or comparable project tracking software.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Nice to have
  • Knowledge of AC and DC power systems, utility service configurations, transformers, protective devices, and single‑line diagrams.
  • Project delivery experience in EV charging, substations, electrical infrastructure, fleet depots, logistics yards, or transit facilities.
  • A degree in electrical or civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related technical field.
  • Familiarity with utility interconnection and customer‑published design standards.
Benefits and work setup

The listed base salary range is USD 135,000–155,000, with variation based on skills, experience, and location.

  • annual bonus opportunity
  • incentive equity
  • medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) matching
  • flexible vacation
  • 11 paid holidays
  • wellness and phone or internet stipends
  • paid parental leave
  • electric vehicle incentive

East Coast locations are preferred, especially the Washington, D.C. and New York City areas; other U.S. locations may be considered.

Expect about 25% travel to project sites and customer offices.

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