Sr. Design Project Manager

GM HILL Engineering; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

G.M. Hill Engineering seeks an experienced Design/Design-Build Project Manager to lead federal defense and civilian projects, coordinating design and construction across multiple endeavors.

Requirements include 10+ years in design/construction with 7+ years as PM, PE or RA license, U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain security clearance, and proficiency in ProCore, MS Office, MS Project, and Outlook; strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction/design roles including 7+ years as a Design/Design-Build PM.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain basic security clearance; fluent English.
• PE or RA license required; ProCore and MS Office suite experience; Timberline bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design and construction teams across multiple projects.
• Communicate with clients to understand expectations and provide updates.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, staffing, and subcontractor agreements.
• Oversee compliance with plans, codes, and safety regulations.
• Support bidding and estimating processes.
• Prepare reports, invoices, and project documentation.
• Resolve issues and delays quickly and effectively.
• Participate in business development, proposals, and client presentations.
• Ensure quality control and promote safety culture.
• Collaborate across departments and with senior leadership.

Skills

Experience: 10+ years

Experience: 7+ years as PM

Leadership

Communication

English fluency

Education

PE license

RA license

Tools

ProCore

MS Office

MS Project

Outlook

Timberline

Job description

We are seeking candidates with at least 10 years of experience as an Design/Design-Build Project Manager with experience delivering on D/B SATOC/MATOC/MACCs for federal Defense and Civilian Departments.

Founded in 2004, G.M. Hill Engineering is a woman-owned small business (WOSB) offering engineering, architecture, and construction services. Headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, with offices across the Southeast and Texas, we support federal, state, and local clients with proven, full-service building solutions. Our strong performance, safety record, and repeat business reflect our commitment to quality and value. Our growing project portfolio is driving the need to expand our field staff across all locations.

What we’re looking for:

• 10+ years of experience in construction/design roles, including 7+ years as a Design/Design-Build Project Manager
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain basic security clearance required. Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) license required
• Proficient in ProCore, MS Office, MS Project, Outlook; Timberline experience is a bonus
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Proven success managing projects valued between $1M–$15M+

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and coordinate design and construction teams across multiple projects.
• Communicate with clients to understand expectations and provide updates.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, staffing, and subcontractor agreements.
• Oversee compliance with plans, codes, and safety regulations.
• Support bidding and estimating processes.
• Prepare reports, invoices, and project documentation.
• Resolve project issues and delays quickly and effectively.
• Participate in business development, proposals, and client presentations.
• Ensure quality control and promote a culture of safety.
• Support senior leadership and collaborate across departments.

Other:

U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain basic security clearance required. Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.

Join us at GMHILL where your expertise will drive impactful projects that shape the future of engineering and construction. We value energetic professionals who thrive on collaboration, innovation, and delivering excellence every step of the way!

Disclaimer:

This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. G.M. Hill Engineering, Inc. (GMHILL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GMHILL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status or any other legal protected status. The candidate selected must pass a thorough background check (including E-Verify) and comply with GMHILL’s Drug and Alcohol policy adhering to pre-employment, random, post-accident and for cause testing.