Design Build Project Manager

About STV
STV is a nationally recognized leader in engineering, architectural, planning, and program management services. For more than 100 years, we've delivered innovative solutions that shape communities and improve the quality of life. Our reputation is built on technical excellence, integrity, and a commitment to client success.
STV's Buildings group partners with major national and regional agencies to design and deliver safe, sustainable, and resilient transportation systems across the Northeast. From complex highway and bridge projects to multimodal solutions, we combine cutting-edge technology with deep local expertise to meet the region's most critical infrastructure needs. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and delivering projects that make a lasting impact.

Design Build Manager
—you will serve as the Design Build Project Manager to lead complex building design projects that follow the Design Build method of project delivery. You will manage the full project lifecycle from preliminary design through construction completion, overseeing budgets, schedules, QA/QC, coordination, stakeholder engagement, and staff mentorship. This position is located in our Empire State Building, New York, New York.

• Full project lifecycle oversight—lead projects from preliminary engineering through final design, construction documentation, and construction support.
• Complex technical coordination—manage interdisciplinary teams covering architectural, MEP and structural design, and coordination.
• Budget & schedule control—maintain overall accountability for budget, schedule, scope, and quality on multiple concurrent projects.
• Public involvement & stakeholder engagement—lead public outreach efforts and serve as primary liaison with agencies, municipalities, and utilities.
• Construction engineering support—oversee shop drawing reviews, construction schedule monitoring, and change order plan development.
• Business development—lead RFP responses and cultivate long-term client relationships.
• Mentorship & leadership—develop junior staff, foster technical innovation, and contribute to agency leadership.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in engineering (any discipline) or Architecture. Master’s degree preferred.
• Licensure:
  Active New York Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.
• Experience:
  
  20+ years in design, including managing projects from preliminary engineering through construction within the past 15 years.
• Project Management:
  Proven track record of managing projects with $50MM in fee+.
• Technical proficiency:
  Micro Station with InRoads/Open Roads; 3D corridor modeling; BIM; deep familiarity with NJDOT standards and manuals.
• Leadership skills:
  Proven track record in budget/schedule control, technical coordination, communication, negotiation, and project oversight.

• We offer more than a job—we offer a platform for leadership and impact.
• High-profile work—lead major projects that shape regional mobility.
• Career growth—opportunities to advance into operations leadership, technical subject matter expert roles, or strategic client/account management. You choose your path.
• Professional development—leadership training, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.
• Collaborative culture—join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to excellence.
• Flexibility & Balance—flexible schedules, hybrid work options, and generous PTO.

Compensation Range: $ – $

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

STV offers the following benefits:
Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account;
Dental insurance;
Vision insurance;
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable);
Disability insurance;
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment; 401(k) Plan;
Retirement Counseling;
Employee Assistance Program;
Paid Time Off (16 days);
Paid Holidays (9 days);
Back‑Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year);
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours);
Continuing Education Program;
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships.