Design Build Project Manager

Carollo Engineers; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Carollo Engineers seeks a market leader to advance collaborative delivery across the East region. The role blends client service leadership with pursuit and project execution support for municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.

You will guide pursuits, shape delivery strategy, and foster regional contractor relationships while aligning with Carollo’s vision of best-value engineering and a collaborative culture. This is a full-time, on-site position across multiple Eastern U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in project execution and marketing for water-wastewater and infrastructure projects.
• 5+ years hands-on project experience with design-build and P3 delivery methods.
• Well-networked in the water collaborative delivery space with industry roles.
• Familiarity with East region DB/P3 regulatory and procurement environments.
• Strong contract negotiations with Owners, DB GCs and DB Subcontractors.
• Proven leadership with excellent communication skills.
• Understanding of how technology changes collaborative delivery with an eagerness to leverage tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead evolution of East Coast Collaborative Delivery strategy (Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, P3).
• Collaborate with Design-Build Technical Practice for pursuits and execution.
• Provide intellectual leadership on DB and P3 to strengthen practice.
• Participate in pre-marketing and procurements with Owners and contractors.
• Cultivate regional contractor relationships and manage subcontractor risk.
• Support pursuit strategy and proposal development with Client Service team.
• Lead commercial terms review with Risk Management.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Contract negotiations

DB/P3 delivery

Regional knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering/construction management

PE / PMP / CMAA / DBIA preferred

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is an internationally recognized engineering firm that specializes in the planning, design, and construction of water infrastructure. We are seeking a market leader to advance collaborative delivery across our East region (Eastern Seaboard VT-GA). The Design Build Project Manager role combines client service leadership with pursuit and project execution support, helping public owners deliver best-value municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. This posting is intended for external audiences and focuses on responsibilities, qualifications, and culture fit.

At Carollo you'll make an impact at an organization that does meaningful work, fosters a collaborative team culture, and creates a diverse, inclusive environment where you feel like you belong. You'll work alongside a collaborative and dynamic team of professionals that is truly passionate about our work. Carollo's vision is to be the BEST water consulting firm, and you'll find that Carollo is also the best place for you to build your career.

Responsibilities

• Lead the evolution of Carollo's East Coast Collaborative Delivery (Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, P3) strategy with both sales and project execution responsibilities


• Work closely with Design-Build Technical Practice team in guiding pursuits and project execution in the region


• Contribute intellectual leadership on DB and P3 best practice to strengthen the Carollo Design-Build Technical Practice


• Actively participate in pre-marketing and positioning for competitive procurements with Owners and contractors


• Cultivate existing and new regional contractor relationships


• Support pursuit strategy and proposal development/preparation as part of the Client Service team for collaborative delivery clients.


• Lead the identification, vetting and risk management for subcontractors and sub-consultants


• Lead commercial terms review and assessment with Risk Management (prime contacts, teaming agreements, subcontractor agreements, etc.)


• Support Carollo industry leadership through participation in relevant industry organizations such as WDBC, DBIA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering, construction management, or related field of study


• 15+ years of experience engaged in project execution and marketing for water-wastewater and infrastructure projects


• 5+ years of hands-on project experience on design build and P3 delivery methods


• Well-networked in the water collaborative delivery space, with demonstrated industry organization roles


• Familiarity with East region DB and P3 regulatory and procurement environments (New England, Liberty Northeast/NYC Metro, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast).


• Well-versed in contract negotiations with Owners, DB General Contractors and DB Design Subcontractors


• Proven team leader with excellent communication skills


• An understanding of how technology is changing the collaborative delivery sector with eagerness and curiosity about harnessing tech for greater efficiency in this sector.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registration as a PE, PMP, or CMAA


• Designated Design Build Professional accreditation by the DBIA

Compensation Range

$170,000 to $230,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs

Other Compensation and Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo's benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.

EOE including disability/veteran (https://careers-carollo.icims.com/jobs/4602/design-build-project-manager/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-1834471131)

Job Locations

• US-VA-Arlington


• US-FL


• US-GA


• US-NC


• US-SC


• US-TN


• US-VA


• US-PA


• US-NJ-New Jersey


• US-NY

ID

2026-4602

Category

Engineering

Type

Full-time, Regular