Design-Build Project Exec: Water Infrastructure

Dewberry; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry Design-Builders Inc. in the Richmond, VA area seeks a Project Executive to lead and grow our design-build practice across the Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic, focusing on water/wastewater and expanding into energy and MEPS.

Hybrid schedule offered, with emphasis on client engagement and complex infrastructure delivery. Ideal candidates bring strong project delivery experience, ability to manage pursuits through construction and commissioning, and a track record of building relationships with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in water/WWTP or related construction projects.
• Experience with design-build or alternative delivery projects.
• Knowledge of scheduling, cost control, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Support business development and pursuit efforts, including proposal preparation and preconstruction coordination.
• Lead construction planning, estimating, pricing, and execution for water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manage day-to-day project activities across design and construction phases.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, field staff, and subcontractors.
• Support subcontractor identification, procurement, and contract administration.
• Review project contracts and assist in managing subcontract agreements and change orders.
• Partner with HSE teams to promote safety best practices across projects.
• Monitor project performance, including schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
• Maintain strong communication with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Support collaboration across Dewberry offices and water practice teams.

Skills

Scheduling

Cost control

Contract administration

Subcontractor management

Design-build

Client relations

Safety

Quality

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Job description

Dewberry Design-Builders Inc. in the Richmond, VA area seeks a Project Executive to lead and grow our design-build practice across the Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic, focusing on water/wastewater and expanding into energy and MEPS.

Hybrid schedule offered, with emphasis on client engagement and complex infrastructure delivery. Ideal candidates bring strong project delivery experience, ability to manage pursuits through construction and commissioning, and a track record of building relationships with