Lead Transportation Projects — Alternative Delivery

Benesch Alfred & Co; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth"

9% retirement contribution

Flexible schedule

Paid time off & parental leave

Mentorship & growth opportunities

Job summary

Benesch’s Tennessee team seeks an experienced Alternative Delivery Project Manager to expand our practice in Franklin or Nashville. You will lead complex transportation and infrastructure projects, guiding teams through Design‑Build, Progressive Design‑Build, CM/GC, and/or P3, while building relationships with TDOT and public agencies.

You’ll pursue opportunities, shape strategies, mentor staff, and help position Benesch for sustained growth in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive AEC experience with leadership in alternative delivery projects.
• Proven track record leading complex transportation/infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading or contributing to RFQs, RFPs, ATCs, and client interviews.
• Strong understanding of procurement, contracts, budgets, schedules, risk management, and project execution.
• Established relationships with DOTs, public agencies, contractors, consultants, and/or other infrastructure partners.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills with ability to identify opportunities and win work.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence stakeholders, and navigate complex project environments.
• Tennessee PE license within first 3 months; DBIA certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams through the full lifecycle of alternative delivery projects from pursuit to closeout.
• Build and strengthen relationships with TDOT, public agencies, contractors, consultants, and teaming partners to identify opportunities.
• Lead RFQs, RFPs, ATCs, and teaming strategies, aligning technical solutions with client goals.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, deliverables, and contractual requirements.
• Partner with leadership to develop and grow Benesch’s alternative delivery capabilities and best practices.
• Mentor others and help build the team and capabilities needed for long-term growth.

Skills

Leadership

Alternative delivery

RFQs/RFPs/ATCs

Client relationship

Business development

Education

PE license in Tennessee

DBIA certification (plus)

Tools

Design-Build

Progressive Design-Build

CM/GC

P3

Job description

Benesch’s Tennessee team seeks an experienced Alternative Delivery Project Manager to expand our practice in Franklin or Nashville. You will lead complex transportation and infrastructure projects, guiding teams through Design‑Build, Progressive Design‑Build, CM/GC, and/or P3, while building relationships with TDOT and public agencies.

You’ll pursue opportunities, shape strategies, mentor staff, and help position Benesch for sustained growth in a dynamic market.