Construction Project Manager – Design Build Lead

WSB; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

WSB is seeking an experienced professional for our Construction and Design Build Group to lead contract administration across a portfolio of public and private projects in Minnesota. You will supervise field staff, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with plans and specifications while coordinating with clients, agencies, and stakeholders.

The role combines office and field responsibilities, including budget, scheduling, pay estimates, and project documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field, licensed in Minnesota or able to obtain licensure within 6 months.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ten+ years of experience with material properties, MNDOT specs, contract administration, and design/build experience.
• NDDOT/County Road and Bridge construction experience preferred, plus MNDOT Technical Certifications.
• Experience with project management, client management, staff management and willingness to travel.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of field staff; oversee construction contracts and administration.
• Grow business opportunities through design standards compliance and proactive management.
• Provide project management, oversight, and admin on Federal, State, County, and City projects; engage in proposal development and staff scheduling.
• Perform contract administration duties in office and field: plan development, budget and schedule management, record keeping, change negotiations, quality control, and project documentation.
• Interact with clients, residents, contractors, public agencies, and private owners; read and interpret contracts, plans, provisions, and documents related to roadway and bridge construction; learn contract administration and PM software.
• Understand and apply State & Federal Contract Administration processes; work within WSB’s Construction and Design Build Services Group to manage and deliver projects; participate in diverse delivery methods.
• Opportunity to work on Design Build, CMGC, ID/IQ and Bid/Build projects; continue building career in a collaborative and challenging environment.

Skills

Construction / Contract Administration

Project management

Team leadership

Client management

Travel as needed

Licensure in MN or ability to obtain

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

WSB is seeking an experienced professional for our Construction and Design Build Group to lead contract administration across a portfolio of public and private projects in Minnesota. You will supervise field staff, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with plans and specifications while coordinating with clients, agencies, and stakeholders.

The role combines office and field responsibilities, including budget, scheduling, pay estimates, and project documentation.