Design/Build Project Manager: Lead, Estimate & Deliver

ARCO Design/Build; Town of Charlotte (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + bonuses

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Profit-sharing plan

Traditional and Roth 401(k) options

Tuition reimbursement for associates

Scholarships up to $28,000 per child

Fully paid 1-month sabbatical every 5‑

$5,000 adventure stipend

Paid volunteer leave (1 week) annually

100% match on charitable donations

Comprehensive health coverage (medical

100% paid maternity leave for 12 weeks

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build is seeking a Construction Design/Build Project Manager to lead projects from concept to completion, coordinating estimating, scheduling, design coordination, and subcontractor buyout. You’ll partner with clients and design teams to turn preliminary concepts into buildable solutions while ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

You will drive value through efficient cost control, on-site communication, and proactive risk management, helping grow the company’s reputation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering
• Interest in design/build for tilt-up concrete and industrial builds
• Previous construction experience is preferred but not required
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred but not required
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project
• Excellent verbal communication, attention to detail, and strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Lead every facet of the project from start to finish, including estimating, scheduling, quality control, billing, design coordination, cost tracking, safety, and proposal development
• Deliver detailed, reliable project estimates for successful execution
• Collaborate with clients and design teams to shape preliminary concepts into buildable solutions
• Participate in proposal meetings to refine scope, reduce costs, and offer value-driven engineering insights
• Lead subcontractor selection and buyout to ensure top-tier talent and cost-effective partnerships
• Drive bi-weekly site meetings to align teams, resolve challenges, and keep progress on track
• Make confident decisions under pressure to keep projects on scope, schedule, and budget
• Coordinate multiple moving parts to maintain alignment with scope and schedule
• Champion quality and continuous improvement across processes
• Turn client feedback into outcomes that exceed expectations
• Lead with integrity and deliver with purpose, ensuring client satisfaction

Skills

Construction interest

Construction experience

Education

Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Construction Management, Building Science, or Construction Engineering education

GPA 3.0+ (preferred)

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Project

Job description

ARCO Design/Build is seeking a Construction Design/Build Project Manager to lead projects from concept to completion, coordinating estimating, scheduling, design coordination, and subcontractor buyout. You’ll partner with clients and design teams to turn preliminary concepts into buildable solutions while ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery.

You will drive value through efficient cost control, on-site communication, and proactive risk management, helping grow the company’s reputation