Design Build Manager

Walsh Group•Mount Pleasant, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Design Build Manager for our Data Center Division in Mount Pleasant, WI. The Design Build Manager I is responsible for providing leadership of Alternative Delivery/Design Build projects and project pursuits with specific purpose to achieve outstanding results related to design selection, design subcontracting, design deliverables, project execution and Value Engineering. Capable of managing a team of DBC on projects/pursuits or segments of projects/pursuits up to $100M in project costs. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

Requirements

BS in engineering or construction management
At least 5 years of applicable experience in the construction industry with 3 years of Design-Build Management experience OR At least 5 years of Design / Management experience within a design-build project delivery model and 3 years in the construction industry on Design Build Projects

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering License and related continuing education maintained, securing additional State licensure if required

Responsibilities

Manages design subcontract on project and leads design task force. Includes direct involvement with design managers, evaluating deliverables and directing outcomes to align with construction specifications.
Manages design and constructability reviews. Works with both engineers and construction personnel to evaluate design efficiency and constructability to meet the intended purpose and construction approach.
Manages and tracks design costs and schedule on a design-build project and works with engineers/designer to meet intended budget and schedule.
Coordinates the activities between designer and construction personnel during pursuit and the project design phase. Includes facilitating post-design phase review processes during construction with the Owner.
Develops cost saving strategies on design-build projects by reducing quantities and scope through design refinement, Equal or Better Changes, and VE’s.
Works with designer to establish an optimized design approach.
Works with Design and Construction personnel to evaluate, establish and implement Alternative Technical Concepts (ATCs) and develops strategy to gain owner approval.
Works with Estimating and Proposals to establish Win Plan for Design-Build Projects.
Leads pursuit teams to coordinate needed results for responding to Requests for Proposals with particular focus on design-construction alignment.
Participates in Pink/Red/Gold Team reviews for Project.