Mission-Critical Design/Build Project Leader

ARCO Design/Build; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates’ children

Sabbatical after five years + travel

Volunteer leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Maternity leave

Job summary

ARCO Design/Build is seeking a motivated Design/Build Manager in Atlanta to oversee project performance from day one, balancing estimates, scheduling, quality, and cost control. You will collaborate with owners and design teams to develop concepts, review scope, and implement value engineering while guiding subcontractors and maintaining schedule discipline.

The role emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and delivering exceptional client outcomes.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; Electrical and Mechanical Engineering degrees valued.
• 3–10 years of construction management experience on ground-up, commercial projects.
• Ability to make sound decisions under tight deadlines and manage multiple activities.
• Commitment to quality and meeting/exceeding client expectations.
• Integrity and alignment with company values and safety.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Oversee managerial and administrative aspects: estimating, scheduling, quality control, progress reports, and cost reporting.
• Develop preliminary concept drawings with owners and design team.
• Participate in proposal meetings to define scope and value engineering ideas.
• Manage buyout process and subcontractor selection.
• Lead bi-weekly on-site meetings and ensure project milestones are met.
• Make timely decisions under tight deadlines while coordinating multiple activities.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and project processes for quality.
• Adapt to feedback to meet/exceed client expectations and company values.

Skills

Project management

Decision making

Planning & organizing

Integrity & ethics

Quality focus

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Project

Job description

ARCO Design/Build is seeking a motivated Design/Build Manager in Atlanta to oversee project performance from day one, balancing estimates, scheduling, quality, and cost control. You will collaborate with owners and design teams to develop concepts, review scope, and implement value engineering while guiding subcontractors and maintaining schedule discipline.

The role emphasizes integrity, teamwork, and delivering exceptional client outcomes.