Design Build Senior Project Manager (PE)

Design-Build Senior Project Manager (PE)If you have experience in transportation Design-Build projects and are looking for stability, professional growth, or the next phase of your career, DRMP would love to hear from you! DRMP is seeking a motivated Design-Build Senior Project Manager looking to contribute to the continued growth and success of our innovative Alternative Delivery Team. As part of our Alternative Delivery Team, you will have the opportunity to lead multi-discipline engineering teams for the successful delivery of major transportation infrastructure projects in North Carolina and across the southeastern United States. We are teamed with local and national contractors, and together we deliver innovative transportation solutions for our clients.

The Design-Build Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, and completion of highway design-build projects. This role requires a deep understanding of engineering principles, project management methodologies, and the design-build delivery method. The Senior Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on-bonus!Your Primary Responsibilities Will IncludeProject Planning and Development:Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocationLead the development of design and construction plans in collaboration with engineering and construction teamsIdentify and mitigate project risksMaintain project schedules and budgetsTeam Leadership:Assemble and lead high-performing multi-discipline project teams, including engineers, designers, and subconsultantsFoster a collaborative and productive work environmentProvide mentorship and guidance to team membersEffectively communicate with clients, staff, management, and owner agenciesAbility and commitment to be assigned to projects locally and across the southeastern U.S.Client Management:Build and maintain strong relationships as the primary contact for construction clients and owner agenciesManage client expectations and ensure client satisfactionResponsible for design-build pursuits in collaboration with contractor partnersContract Administration & Financial Management:Manage project contracts, including change orders, claims, and dispute resolutionEnsure compliance with contract terms and conditionsManage subcontractor relationships and performanceMonitor project costs and ensure adherence to budgets and deadlinesQuality Assurance:Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet design and construction standardsIdentify and resolve quality issuesWhat You'll NeedBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related fieldActive Professional Engineer (PE) license in North CarolinaMinimum of 10 years of experience in highway infrastructure designProven experience in design project management, preferably for design-build projects5+ years of NCDOT DB experienceStrong leadership and interpersonal skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsStrong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlinesDetail-oriented team player with the ability to contribute to a positive work environmentDRMP OffersExcellent compensation packageOutstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs401(k) Plan and MatchCareer Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)Mentorship ProgramTuition ReimbursementParental LeaveCompetitive health and dental insurance premiumsVariety of voluntary benefit optionsShort-Term Disability/Long-Term DisabilityCompany-furnished life insuranceEmployee Assistant Program (EAP)Flexible Spending Accountand MoreDRMP is a Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.About DRMPTransforming communities and strengthening connectivity across the Southeast since 1977, DRMP is an award-winning multidiscipline firm that delivers infrastructure solutions to meet the needs of our public, private, and industrial clients.

We're 700+ employees strong and growing, with 23 strategically located offices. With expertise in six core markets – alternative delivery, construction services, federal, surveying and mapping/geospatial, and transportation – we're ranked among Engineering News-Record's "Top 500 Design Firms" and have earned both local and national recognition for project excellence. That growth and recognition wouldn't be possible without the people behind it. At DRMP, employees are supported, challenged, and valued through professional development, career advancement opportunities, and work that contributes to the communities we serve.

When you join DRMP, you're not just building a career – you are making a difference and helping shape what's next. Apply NowOur Hiring ProcessStage 1: AppliedStage 2: Initial ScreeningStage 3: 1st InterviewStage 4: OfferStage 5: HiredFind out moreNot quite right? Register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria.Register Your Interest