Design Engineering Manager

Insight Global; Indian Head (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Navy Facilities Design Manager/SME to support a portfolio of projects in Indian Head, Maryland. The role involves providing engineering leadership, ensuring compliance with Navy and DoD standards, and delivering quality designs. Ideal candidates will have over 20 years of relevant experience, including oversight of federal construction projects. Opportunities for hybrid work are available, requiring 2 to 3 days onsite depending on workflow.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in federal construction and facility design projects.
• Proven capacity to oversee complex design efforts.
• Deep knowledge of DoD, Navy, and federal construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical leadership to design teams.
• Ensure compliance with DoD and Navy requirements.
• Meet client expectations concerning quality, schedule, and costs.

Skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Federal construction oversight

Navy/DoD construction compliance

Education

Professional licensure (PE, PMP)

Job description

Overview

My client is seeking an experienced Navy Facilities Design Manager/SME to support a growing portfolio of projects in the Maryland region. This role focuses on delivering high‑quality facility design and construction oversight in direct support of U.S. Navy initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in federal and Navy/DoD‑related facility projects, with demonstrated expertise in building design, construction management, and adherence to applicable regulations and standards.

In this position, the selected individual will provide engineering and technical leadership to design teams, ensure compliance with DoD and Navy requirements, and consistently meet client expectations across quality, schedule, and cost parameters.

Required Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience supporting federal construction and facility design projects, with a strong emphasis on Navy or DoD programs
• Proven ability to oversee complex design efforts and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Deep knowledge of DoD, Navy, and federal construction standards, codes, and regulatory requirements

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Professional licensure or certification such as PE, PMP, or other relevant credentials
• Experience providing technical guidance to designers, contractors, and government stakeholders
• Familiarity with federal project delivery processes, design reviews, and quality assurance protocols

Additional Information

• Hybrid (2 to 3 days onsite depending on workflow) out of Indian Head, Maryland