Design Build Manager

Overview

We are currently seeking a Design Build Manager for our Data Center Division in Mount Pleasant, WI. The Design Build Manager I is responsible for providing leadership of Alternative Delivery/Design Build projects and project pursuits to achieve outstanding results related to design selection, design subcontracting, design deliverables, project execution and Value Engineering. Capable of managing a team of DBC on projects/pursuits up to $100M in project costs.

As a fourth‑generation, family‑owned business, Walsh recruits individuals seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast‑growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

• Challenging, complex work
• Creative and innovative problem‑solving environment
• Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
• Opportunities for growth, training, and development
• Flexibility in career path & progression
• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

• Manage design subcontract on project and lead design task force, including direct involvement with design managers, evaluating deliverables and directing outcomes to align with construction specifications.
• Manage design and constructability reviews; work with engineers and construction personnel to evaluate design efficiency and constructability to meet intended purpose and construction approach.
• Manage and track design costs and schedule on a design‑build project, working with engineers/designers to meet intended budget and schedule.
• Coordinate activities between designer and construction personnel during pursuit and the project design phase, including facilitating post‑design phase review processes during construction with the owner.
• Develop cost‑saving strategies on design‑build projects by reducing quantities and scope through design refinement, Equal or Better Changes, and VE’s, and work with designer to establish an optimized design approach.
• Work with Design and Construction personnel to evaluate, establish and implement Alternative Technical Concepts (ATCs) and develop strategy to gain owner approval.
• Work with Estimating and Proposals to establish Win Plan for Design‑Build Projects; lead pursuit teams to coordinate needed results for responding to Requests for Proposals with particular focus on design‑construction alignment.
• Participate in Pink/Red/Gold Team reviews for project.

• BS in engineering or construction management,
• Preferred:
  Professional Engineering License and related continuing education maintained, securing additional State licensure if required.
• At least 5 years of applicable experience in the construction industry with 3 years of Design‑Build Management experience.

OR

• At least 5 years of Design / Management experience within a design‑build project delivery model and 3 years in the construction industry on Design Build Projects.

Division: Building

Job Category: Design Build

Job Type: Full‑time

The Walsh Group, Ltd. is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312‑563‑5905 or

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran