Design - Build Construction Specialist

Hanson Values Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking an experienced Design-Build Construction Specialist to support and deliver complex projects across aviation, building, power and infrastructure markets in the FL area.

Position Profile This role is responsible for leading integrated project delivery efforts from preconstruction through execution, ensuring alignment between design and construction teams while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

The ideal candidate brings strong design-build experience, preferably within the aviation sector, along with a deep understanding of construction management, contractor coordination, and regulatory compliance. This individual will play a key leadership role in driving project success and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities Project Leadership Lead design-build project delivery teams, integrating engineering, design, and construction disciplines

Serve as primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and key stakeholders

Oversee project planning, execution, and closeout to ensure successful delivery

Design-Build Coordination Facilitate collaboration between design and construction teams to optimize schedules, costs, and constructability

Provide constructability reviews and value engineering recommendations

Support development and execution of design-build proposals and contracts

Construction Oversight Manage construction activities, including contractor performance, compliance, and quality assurance

Monitor project budgets, schedules, and risk factors; implement corrective measures as needed

Ensure adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations

Client & Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication

Participate in business development efforts, including pursuits and interviews

Represent the firm in industry events and professional organizations

Market Focus (Preferred)
Aviation: airfield, terminal, or landside infrastructure projects

Also applicable: vertical building projects and/or transportation, power or infrastructure programs

Our positions offer a variety of benefits including:

Potential for start-up signing bonuses.

Paid overtime.

High value compensation potential.

Opportunities for company paid continuing education and training.

What We’re Looking For We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:

Education/

Experience:

Florida Certified General Contractor (CGC) license (required)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction and/or engineering project delivery

Demonstrated experience managing design-build projects

Strong knowledge of construction methods, project controls, and contract administration

Preferred Qualifications In addition to the qualifications above the following will result in a more competitive candidate:

North Carolina Contractor license (preferred, in addition to FL)
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience in aviation projects (airports, runways, terminals, support facilities)
Background spanning both design and construction environments

Experience with in an engineering consulting or design-build firm

Key Skills & Competencies Leadership and team management

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure

Financial and schedule management

Productive ability and experience utilizing construction scheduling and document sharing software (Primavera P6, Procore, Microsoft Project, etc.)Familiarity with building information modeling (BIM)
Knowledge of permitting, codes, and regulatory requirements (particularly in Florida and the Southeast)
The hourly rate for this position is between…