Design Build Project Manager

Carollo Engineers•Washington, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Carollo Engineers is an internationally recognized engineering firm that specializes in the planning, design, and construction of water infrastructure. We are seeking a market leader to advance collaborative delivery across our East region (Eastern Seaboard VT-GA). The Design Build Project Manager role combines client service leadership with pursuit and project execution support, helping public owners deliver best‑value municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. This posting is intended for external audiences and focuses on responsibilities, qualifications, and culture fit. At Carollo you’ll make an impact at an organization that does meaningful work, fosters a collaborative team culture, and creates a diverse, inclusive environment where you feel like you belong. You’ll work alongside a collaborative and dynamic team of professionals that is truly passionate about our work. Carollo’s vision is to be the BEST water consulting firm, and you’ll find that Carollo is also the best place for you to build your career.

Requirements

Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering, construction management, or related field of study
15+ years of experience engaged in project execution and marketing for water-wastewater and infrastructure projects
5+ years of hands-on project experience on design build and P3 delivery methods
Well-networked in the water collaborative delivery space, with demonstrated industry organization roles
Familiarity with East region DB and P3 regulatory and procurement environments (New England, Liberty Northeast/NYC Metro, Mid‑Atlantic, Southeast).
Well-versed in contract negotiations with Owners, DB General Contractors and DB Design Subcontractors
Proven team leader with excellent communication skills
An understanding of how technology is changing the collaborative delivery sector with eagerness and curiosity about harnessing tech for greater efficiency in this sector.

Nice To Haves

Registration as a PE, PMP, or CMAA
Design Build Professional accreditation by the DBIA

Responsibilities

Lead the evolution of Carollo’s East Coast Collaborative Delivery (Design‑Build, Progressive Design‑Build, P3) strategy with both sales and project execution responsibilities
Work closely with Design-Build Technical Practice team in guiding pursuits and project execution in the region
Contribute intellectual leadership on DB and P3 best practice to strengthen the Carollo Design-Build Technical Practice
Actively participate in pre-marketing and positioning for competitive procurements with Owners and contractors
Cultivate existing and new regional contractor relationships
Support pursuit strategy and proposal development/preparation as part of the Client Service team for collaborative delivery clients.
Lead the identification, vetting and risk management for subcontractors and sub-consultants
Lead commercial terms review and assessment with Risk Management (prime contacts, teaming agreements, subcontractor agreements, etc.)
Support Carollo industry leadership through participation in relevant industry organizations such as WDBC, DBIA