Senior Design Project Manager

DLB Associates; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DLB Associates, a leader in mission-critical facility design, seeks a Senior Design Project Manager. This remote position allows you to lead high-value projects, ensuring design excellence from concept through completion. If you are experienced in managing mission-critical environments and are ready to drive innovation in a supportive team culture, apply now.

Benefits

100% remote with virtual-first culture

Robust medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match

Paid parental leave and generous PTO

Annual innovation bonus pool

Professional development stipends

Qualifications

• 8+ years of engineering or related field experience with at least 4 years in a PM role.
• Extensive experience with mission-critical projects, such as data centers or healthcare facilities.
• AI-forward mindset—willing to embrace technology that improves outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from start to finish, managing design and construction elements.
• Prepare and monitor project financials, identifying and addressing risks.
• Act as primary point of contact, maintaining client relationships and identifying new opportunities.

Skills

Team management

Budget management

Risk assessment

Client relations

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

B.S. degree in engineering, construction or related discipline

Tools

Procore

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office tools

Job description

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This is a remote position.

Senior Design Project Manager – Mission-Critical Work From Anywhere in the U.S. | Full-Time | Remote

Why DLB?

• Competitive Pay (Often Above Market). We benchmark aggressively and reward expertise.
• 40 Years of Stability + Remote Freedom. Join a 400-person, coast-to-coast team that’s been engineering mission-critical facilities long before they were cool.
• Strategic Leadership Meets Cutting-Edge Projects. Take charge of high-value projects in mission-critical environments—driving them from concept through completion.
• High-Impact Role. Own the design and construction process, represent DLB with clients, and lead diverse internal and external teams.
• Culture of Initiative & Innovation. We automate, optimize, and deliver differentiating results—every day.
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Lead Projects from Start to Finish. Manage all elements of design and construction—including resource planning, project meetings, QA/QC oversight, subconsultant coordination, and site visits—with a focus on mission-critical environments such as data centers, healthcare facilities, and energy infrastructure.
• Own the Budget. Prepare and monitor project financials, margins, change orders, and progress billing. Spot risk early and course correct as needed.
• Be the Client Anchor. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders. Maintain long-term relationships and identify opportunities for new work.
• Support the Team. Guide project teams, delegate responsibilities, and mentor others. Ensure smooth coordination between disciplines.
• Close Like a Pro. Oversee testing, handoff, and closeout with precision. Ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
  
  

Requirements

What You Bring

• B.S. degree in engineering, construction or related discipline
• 8+ years of engineering or related field experience with at least 4 years in a PM role
• Extensive experience overseeing the design and construction administration phases of mission-critical projects, such as data centers, healthcare facilities, or energy infrastructure
• Deep knowledge of MEP/FP/FA systems and construction practices
• Expert in managing teams, budgets, schedules, and client expectations
• Skilled with Procore, Revit/AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to lead meetings, produce reports, and communicate across disciplines
• Strong grasp of safety, compliance, and process optimization
• AI-forward mindset—willing to embrace tech that improves outcomes
• U.S. work authorization and willingness to travel up to 15%
  
  

DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.

Ready to Lead Projects That Matter? Apply now and build what’s next with DLB.

Benefits

Life at DLB

• 100 % remote + virtual-first culture
• Robust medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
• Paid parental leave, generous PTO, and true work-life flexibility
• Annual innovation bonus pool—get paid for great ideas
• Professional development stipends & clear growth paths
  
  

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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