Design-Build Manager Jobs
Design-Build Manager jobs are open across construction, engineering, infrastructure, and real estate development, from project manager to senior and director level, with specializations in integrated delivery, preconstruction management, and design coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's a purpose.
Overview
Responsibilities
- Develop project program, budgets and master schedules; run feasibility, due diligence and site-constraint reviews (entitlements, utilities, geotechnical, environmental).
- Structure and lead design-build procurement: RFQ/RFP, bridging documents, owner's project requirements, scoring and selection of design-builders.
- Negotiate GMP, lump-sum and cost-plus contracts, including allowances, contingencies, liquidated damages and risk allocation.
- Evaluate design-build proposals for constructability, value engineering and long-lead procurement exposure (steel, switchgear, dock equipment, roofing)
Design & Construction Oversight
- Review design milestones (schematic, design development, release packages) against owner requirements, code and budget.
- Monitor cost, schedule and quality: independent cost verification, critical-path analysis, change-order review, pay-application approval and forecasting.
- Lead OAC meetings; manage RFIs, submittals, permitting and jurisdictional coordination.
- Oversee safety, quality and sustainability programs (LEED/ENERGY STAR or equivalent where required).
- Manage tenant improvement coordination, tenant or end-user requirements and landlord/lender requirements as applicable.
Closeout & Reporting
- Drive commissioning, punch list, certificate of occupancy, warranty turnover and as-built documentation.
- Reconcile final costs and close out claims or disputes.
- Deliver monthly project reports on budget, schedule, risk and cash flow to executive leadership and, where applicable, lenders and investors.
- Build and manage relationships with design-builders, architects, engineers, brokers and municipal officials.
Driver’s License Requirement
Communication Skills
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
- Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
- Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.
Work Environment:
Reasonable Accommodation
Benefits
OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's a purpose.
Overview
Responsibilities
- Develop project program, budgets and master schedules; run feasibility, due diligence and site-constraint reviews (entitlements, utilities, geotechnical, environmental).
- Structure and lead design-build procurement: RFQ/RFP, bridging documents, owner's project requirements, scoring and selection of design-builders.
- Negotiate GMP, lump-sum and cost-plus contracts, including allowances, contingencies, liquidated damages and risk allocation.
- Evaluate design-build proposals for constructability, value engineering and long-lead procurement exposure (steel, switchgear, dock equipment, roofing)
Design & Construction Oversight
- Review design milestones (schematic, design development, release packages) against owner requirements, code and budget.
- Monitor cost, schedule and quality: independent cost verification, critical-path analysis, change-order review, pay-application approval and forecasting.
- Lead OAC meetings; manage RFIs, submittals, permitting and jurisdictional coordination.
- Oversee safety, quality and sustainability programs (LEED/ENERGY STAR or equivalent where required).
- Manage tenant improvement coordination, tenant or end-user requirements and landlord/lender requirements as applicable.
Closeout & Reporting
- Drive commissioning, punch list, certificate of occupancy, warranty turnover and as-built documentation.
- Reconcile final costs and close out claims or disputes.
- Deliver monthly project reports on budget, schedule, risk and cash flow to executive leadership and, where applicable, lenders and investors.
- Build and manage relationships with design-builders, architects, engineers, brokers and municipal officials.
Driver’s License Requirement
Communication Skills
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
- Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.
- Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.
- Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.
Work Environment:
Reasonable Accommodation
Benefits
OVERWATCH is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OVERWATCH considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Who's Hiring
- Horrocks61
- Jacobs19
- HNTB Corporation10
- Clark Pacific7
- AECOM6
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Government & Public Sector
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in Design-Build manager jobs.
- 7 or more years of experience managing design-build or integrated delivery projects
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore or Primavera P6
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams of designers and trade contractors
- DBIA certification or active pursuit of Design-Build Institute of America credentials
- Familiarity with design-build contract structures including RFP response and proposal development
Tips for Your Design-Build Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to integrated delivery
Design-build employers want to see that you've managed both design and construction phases concurrently. Highlight projects where you coordinated architects, engineers, and subcontractors under a single contract, and quantify scope in square footage or contract value.
List preconstruction involvement explicitly
Many postings screen for candidates who joined projects at the design development stage. Call out your preconstruction responsibilities, such as design reviews, constructability analysis, or early subcontractor engagement, so hiring managers don't have to infer it from your job titles.
Filter for roles matching your delivery model
Design-build manager openings vary widely by delivery type, including progressive design-build, stipulated-sum, and DB-CM hybrids. Identify the model you know best and target openings that match, since employers hiring for public infrastructure projects often require different experience than those in commercial development.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists design-build manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a design-coordination story for interviews
Expect interviewers to probe how you resolved conflicts between design intent and constructability under schedule pressure. Walk into interviews with a specific example where you realigned the design team and the field crew without delaying a milestone or triggering a change order.
Negotiate around project pipeline, not just base pay
Design-build managers move between roles when project pipelines dry up. During offer conversations, ask about the firm's awarded backlog, pursuit schedule, and whether the role has continuity beyond one project, since those factors affect your actual tenure and career momentum more than title alone.
Design-Build Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most design-build managers?
The companies hiring the most design-build managers right now include Horrocks, Jacobs, and HNTB Corporation, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to concentrate around large infrastructure, commercial, and public sector programs in those regions.
How many design-build manager jobs are remote?
About 62% of design-build manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many management roles because the work requires regular field presence and design coordination meetings. Preconstruction-focused roles and owner-side program management positions are the most likely to offer partial remote arrangements.
How do you become a design-build manager?
Most design-build managers start in project engineering or project management roles on either the design or construction side, then build cross-disciplinary exposure by working on integrated delivery projects. Earning a DBIA credential and taking on preconstruction responsibilities, such as leading proposal teams or managing design subcontracts, signals readiness for a dedicated design-build manager role.
Can you get hired as a design-build manager without direct design-build experience?
Some employers will consider candidates from traditional design-bid-build or construction management backgrounds if you can demonstrate strong design coordination and owner-interface experience. Framing your resume around concurrent design and construction management, early subcontractor involvement, and RFP or proposal work helps close the gap when you haven't held a formal design-build title.
What does the design-build manager interview process look like?
Most employers run two to four rounds, starting with a recruiter or HR screen focused on delivery model experience and certifications. Technical rounds typically involve a project walkthrough where you describe how you managed design and construction interdependencies, resolved schedule conflicts, and handled owner changes. Final rounds often include a conversation with a senior project executive or division leader about your approach to risk and subcontractor relationships.
Where can I find and apply to design-build manager jobs?
You can find and apply to design-build manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, delivery model background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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