Entry Level Design-Build Manager Jobs
New grad design-build manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work on integrated design-build projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Distribution & Wholesale, and Aerospace & Defense, with employers like Rexel, SpaceX, and Kipp Nashville hiring at this level now.
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Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.
Job Description
We are looking for a Panel Build Technician to join our Rexel USA team in Oklahoma City, OK!
Summary:
The Panel Build Technician is responsible for assembly and/or wiring of electrical control panels from component parts, modification of standard materials to customer specifications, and kitting of materials per customer requirements. This role is also responsible for packaging and labelling the finished work products for delivery to customers to ensure safe shipment and adequate identification by the end user.
What You'll Do:
- Assembly and/or wiring of electrical components (non-energized)
- Utilize various hand and power tools to complete work tasks
- Measure, cut, and label material
- Package finished goods for shipment
- Share maintenance duties for the shop area such as taking inventory, cleaning, etc.
- Ensure Quality Management policies and procedures are upheld
- Read and interpret schematics, instructions, and diagrams
- Other duties as assigned
Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
Qualifications
What You'll Need
- 1+ years of related experience
- Exposure to or experience with blueprints, electrical schematics, wire charts, or engineering drawings
- High School or GED - Preferred
- Other - Preferred
- Trade School
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- General knowledge of electrical products and/or control panels
- Knowledge of established Quality Management procedures
- Ability to read and use a tape measure, ruler, and level
- Physical ability to manipulate hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers, meters, etc.)
- Ability to safely operate power tools as required (handheld drill, tabletop saw, band saw, grinder, etc.)
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to measurements
- Ability to organize and prioritize job tasks
- Attention to fine detail, ability to closely follow written documentation and directions, and the ability to work collaboratively with others to meet deadlines
Additional Information
Physical Demands:
- Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%
- Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%
Weight and Force Demands:
- Up to 10 pounds - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Up to 25 pounds - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Up to 50 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
Working Environment:
- Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%
- Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20%
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- HSA Accounts
- Commuter Transit Benefits
- Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training & Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within
Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
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Entry Level Design-Build Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level design-build manager job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who can demonstrate hands-on exposure to integrated project delivery, even through internships, studio coursework, or capstone work. A portfolio showing coordination between design and construction phases gives you a concrete edge. Highlighting familiarity with scheduling tools, construction documentation, or design software signals you can contribute from day one without extensive onboarding.
Which companies hire entry level design-build managers?
Companies hiring entry level design-build managers right now include Rexel, SpaceX, and Kipp Nashville, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from general contractors, architecture and engineering firms, and specialty design-build developers that run structured new-hire programs or rotate early-career staff across project phases.
Are there remote entry level design-build manager jobs?
Yes, though remote availability is more limited at this level than in purely digital fields. About 0% of entry level design-build manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at firms where project coordination and client communication can happen off-site while field oversight stays in person.
Are these new grad design-build manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior design-build manager roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or academic project work in place of professional tenure, or lists a portfolio as an acceptable substitute for a full employment history. Titles like junior project coordinator or assistant design-build manager also fall into this category.
Which industries hire the most entry level design-build managers?
Entry Level design-build manager roles concentrate in Education, Distribution & Wholesale, and Aerospace & Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive early-career hiring because they run high volumes of integrated projects that require coordinated oversight across design and construction, creating consistent demand for junior talent who can grow within structured project pipelines.