What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Manager position at American Contracting and Environmental Services?
ACE is adding a Design Manager to lead the design and preconstruction phase of collaborative delivery water and wastewater treatment projects as well as the strategic pursuits of these opportunities. This role ensures seamless coordination between design and construction teams, driving efficient project execution and cost-effective solutions. In addition to overseeing preconstruction efforts, this position plays a critical role in business development, securing collaborative delivery contracts, and fostering relationships with industry partners.
This is an ideal position for someone who is passionate about the water and wastewater industry and is looking to take their career to the next level. You will look to master your leadership responsibilities and business development skillset, leading ACE in securing and delivering the next level of collaborative delivery water and wastewater treatment projects in the DMV and beyond.
On any given day, you’ll be working with a diverse group of stakeholders in the pursuit and execution of cutting edge collaborative delivery projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead collaborative project delivery from initial proposal through preconstruction, facilitating design workshops and constructability reviews.
- Implement best practices for alternative project delivery, optimizing efficiency and risk mitigation strategies.
- Work closely with owners, engineers, and subcontractors to refine project scopes and support contract negotiations.
Business Development & Strategy
- Identify and pursue opportunities in the collaborative delivery market, positioning ACE for success.
- Develop and manage qualification statements, proposals, and interview presentations to secure new projects.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with municipalities, engineering partners, and subcontractors.
Qualifications and Expectations
- Minimum eight years of experience in engineering, business development, estimating, or project management within water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of design-build, CMAR, and integrated project delivery methods.
- Proven ability to lead high-collaboration projects, develop winning proposals, and drive innovation.
Meet ACE
Over the last 21 years, ACE has steadily grown and they are consistently ranked a Top 200 Environmental Contractor by Engineering & News Record (ENR). Through continually enhancing their processes and prioritizing a team first approach, they produce the highest quality finished product for their clients. They provide a challenging and rewarding environment through focusing on continuous improvement and investing in the professional development for their employees. They encourage their employees to have a healthy work/life balance, give back to the community and enjoy time with their ACE community at various company outings. These efforts result in a challenging and rewarding environment preserving and improving our world‘s most precious resource – water!
Learn more at www.buildingtolast.com.
ACE focuses on their core value of Building to Last which centers on building the people, the projects, the clients and the communities we serve. They are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, Veteran or disability status.
ACE Services is a drug-free working environment. All offers are contingent upon a successful drug screening, physical and E-Verify.
Salary : $140,000 - $160,000
