Senior Associate​/Engagement Manager; Project Execution

Senior Associate / Engagement Manager

We're looking for a sharp, self-starter Senior Associate / Engagement Manager who's ready to roll up their sleeves and lead delivery across a complex, multi-stakeholder project. You'll work closely with technical and strategic leads to execute projects from procurement models to schematic design and cost estimating. This role is ideal for someone who can work independently, navigate complexity with clarity, and take full ownership of delivering high-quality work to completion.

Commercializing innovation is hard. We make it easier. By bridging the gap between incumbents and the entrepreneurial ecosystem, we deliver the full innovation life cycle from strategy to development to launch. ADL helps energy & infrastructure companies Assess, Develop and Launch new products, services and startups — and we lead innovation programs sponsored by DOE, NREL, and more! At ADL Ventures, our team is equal parts entrepreneurs and executives who have worked in innovation, R&D and corporate development for major institutions.

We know how to be nimble when needed, and we understand the inherent pressures of bringing new products to market and scaling new businesses. We are accustomed to working across the entire lifecycle of a company, as well as with government institutions that act as pillars of each industry with incentives, regulations and key programming. Together, we inspire and energize a clean and vibrant world by rewriting the rules of engagement among new ventures, legacy organizations and governments.

Location:

Preferred NY/NJ, mid-Atlantic region

Please submit your cover letter and resume through our online application portal. To help us better understand your expertise, we invite you to send a work sample (e.g., a research paper, presentation slides, or any project that demonstrates your skills) to

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• Own the delivery of key work streams across construction cost estimating, integrated master scheduling, design development, and federal procurement documentation
• Translate technical documents into structured outputs — including estimate tables, schematic design criteria, and client-ready project schedules
• Coordinate across internal teams, design/engineering partners, and government stakeholders
• Support the development of prefabrication-ready standards, performance frameworks, and repeatable design guides
• Participate in charrettes, workshops, and design review sessions to move deliverables from draft to decision
• Identify issues early, propose solutions, and keep momentum on track

• Degree in Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
• 3+ years of experience in field construction, preconstruction, or estimating — ideally in a general contractor or AEC environment
• Strong understanding of design-build workflows and lean construction considerations
• Excellent communicator with strong writing and synthesis skills
• Industrialized construction experience is a strong plus, but not required
• Military experience or experience working with federal clients is a strong plus
• Comfortable working independently, owning timelines, and adapting in a fast-changing environment
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for action

$85,000 - $135,000 per year