Design-Build Project Manager – Water & Infrastructure - New York.
Job Description
An established engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Design-Build Project Manager to lead and expand collaborative project delivery across the Eastern United States. This senior role focuses on business development, client relationships, and project execution within the municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure sectors.
The successful candidate will help drive regional growth, develop strategic industry partnerships, and support the delivery of complex infrastructure projects using Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, and Public-Private Partnership (P3) methods.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead regional strategies for Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, and P3 project delivery.
- Develop and maintain relationships with public-sector clients, contractors, and industry partners.
- Support business development, market positioning, proposal preparation, and pursuit strategies.
- Provide technical and commercial leadership throughout project planning and execution.
- Identify and manage subcontractor risks and support contract negotiations.
- Collaborate with technical teams to improve project delivery and operational efficiency.
- Represent the organisation at relevant industry events and professional associations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience in water, wastewater, or infrastructure project delivery and business development.
- At least 5 years of direct experience with Design-Build and/or P3 projects.
- Established industry network within the collaborative infrastructure delivery sector.
- Knowledge of regional procurement processes and regulatory requirements across the Eastern United States.
- Experience negotiating contracts with public owners, contractors, and design subcontractors.
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
- PE licence, PMP or CCM certification, or DBIA Designated Design-Build Professional accreditation.
Company Offers
- Salary: $170,000–$230,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Comprehensive medical insurance and healthcare benefits.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Performance-based and discretionary bonuses, subject to eligibility.
- Employee assistance, caregiver support, and wellbeing programmes.
- Flexible working arrangements, where available.
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