Project Director – Design Build

HNTB

. Lead teams on the largest Design Build projects and pursuits .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $228,455 - $364,935 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing large-scale Design Build projects, ensuring quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering strong client relationships. Capable of leading teams, mentoring staff, and developing strategic business opportunities.

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Project ManagementDesign Build ExperienceClient Relationship ManagementTeam LeadershipFinancial Performance Management

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Hard Skills

Project Budget ManagementSchedule ManagementScope ManagementProposal PreparationClient Interviewing

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringProblem SolvingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)

Industry Keywords

Design BuildInfrastructure ProjectsMega ProjectsSuper Mega ProjectsClient Needs Evaluation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead teams on the largest Design Build projects and pursuits
Collaborate with contractors on nationally significant infrastructure projects
Travel to project offices
Achieve HNTB’s 4 for 4 performance objectives: deliver quality work on time, on budget, and to the client’s satisfaction
Develop and nurture key client relationships and serve as the primary company contact on assigned projects
Identify client needs and evaluate alternative business solutions and strategies
Manage project cash, budget, schedule, scope, financial performance, and completion
Set priorities, obtain commitments, and engage resources to staff projects according to the Work Plan
Collaborate with office and division leadership to solve challenges and meet business objectives
Supervise and mentor teams; oversee Project Managers where appropriate
Oversee project staffing, recruitment, hiring, development, retention, succession, reporting plans, performance reviews, and compensation reviews
Lead pursuits of mega projects and participate in super mega project pursuits
Develop long-term strategies for additional business opportunities with key clients
Prepare proposal and presentation materials with pursuit teams and marketing resources
Lead client interviews and proposal presentations
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 12 years of relevant experience, including 4 years of experience successfully managing and delivering mega and/or super mega projects
Master’s degree preferred
20 years relevant experience preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred
Successful experience as a Design Manager on multiple Design Build transit projects preferred
Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) certification preferred
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position