Design Build Manager - William Charles Construction : Job Details

William Charles Construction, a MasTec Company, is in search of an experienced Design BuildManager to join our team in Rockford, IL.

The Civil Construction Design Build Manager oversees the planning, design, and execution of civil construction projects. This role involves coordinating between design and construction teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The manager will lead project teams, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.

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Company Overview

With more than a century of exceptional work on our resume, William Charles Construction remains guided by the pursuit of excellence. Our“Do it Right the First Time” work ethic has been the cornerstone of our business philosophy since 1892. With our broad background in heavy civil construction, environmental management and mining and materials production, we have the expertise to help our customers complete their most complex projects.

MasTec's Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.

Project Management:

• Leads and assists in the development of future design-build proposals.
• Lead and manage the design-build process from conception through the design phase
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions as needed
• Encouraging and inspiring design consultants to produce their best work using their creativity, experience, resources and talents in a cost effective way
• Leads constructability review efforts with design and construction team members

Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor project engineers, architects, and construction personnel
• Facilitate communication between design and construction teams to ensure alignment
• Assemble and lead high-performing multi-discipline project teams, including engineers, designers, and subconsultants
• Foster a collaborative and productive work environment
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members

Design Oversight:

• Review and approve design plans, ensuring they meet project specifications and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to refine designs based on constructability and cost-effectiveness
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Build and maintain strong relationships as the primary contact for design partners and owner agencies
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, and design partners
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, challenges, and solutions.
• Manage client expectations and ensure client satisfaction

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental and safety standards.
• Implement safety protocols and promote a culture of safety on job sites.
• Budget Management:
• Prepare and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and variances.
• Negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers to optimize costs.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
• Address and resolve any issues that arise during the project lifecycle.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in civil construction management, with a focus on design-build projects.
• Experience working with state Department of Transportation offices.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations.
• Proficient in project management software and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations.
• Proficient in project management software and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced supervisory and leadership skills.
• PPE and Health/Safety devices must be able to be worn and fit properly when required
• Must have and maintain a valid state issued Driver's License with driving record that meets company guidelines
• Travel requirement– 25%, or as needed based on business demands

What's in it for you:

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $150,000-$175,000/ year, commensurate with experience
• Relocation assistance provided
• 401(k) with company match&Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare&Dependent care)

Health&Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance

Family&Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death&dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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