Design Manager
The Boldt Company · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $143,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead design and preconstruction for complex projects.
- Integrate scope, schedule, cost, and risk.
- Collaborate with owners, engineers, and trade partners.
- Drive project performance through strategic planning.
- Remote role with significant travel required.
About the role
Design Manager (Preconstruction / EPC)
The Boldt Company – National Power & Industrial
Location: Remote, with travel up to 75%
Anticipated Salary Range: $108,000 - $161,000
Additional Compensation: Bonus eligible, company paid travel
About The Boldt Company
At Boldt, we build more than complex projects, and we build strong relationships, great teams, and lasting impact. As a Design Manager, you will play a critical leadership role at the front end of our most complex projects, helping shape how work is planned, developed, and delivered. This role is responsible for leading the design and preconstruction process, bringing together owners, engineers, trade partners, and internal teams to develop solutions that are aligned, constructible, and built for success.
You won’t just coordinate design—you will own the integration of scope, schedule, cost, and risk, ensuring decisions are made at the right time and teams are working together toward a common goal. This is a highly visible role across our power, renewables, and industrial markets, where your ability to think ahead, challenge assumptions, and drive outcomes will directly impact project performance.
If you’re someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building something from the ground up, and brings both leadership and hands-on execution to your work, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing within a team committed to doing things the right way—together.
Salary Information
The anticipated salary range for this position is $108,000 - $143,000 annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
We Are Boldt
- Our People: We create opportunities for growth, fulfillment, and reaching full potential.
- Our Customers: We exceed expectations through advocacy, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Our Partners: We collaborate with trust and respect to drive innovation and shared success.
- Our Communities: We give back with our time, talents, and resources, elevating dignity and doing good.
Why You’ll Love Working at Boldt
- Employee Owned: Your work fuels our success and your future.
- Purpose-Driven: ESG-focused work aligned with strong values.
- Better Together: Teamwork, trust, and shared accountability.
- Safety First: Everyone home safe every day.
- Career Growth: Real development through mentorship and hands-on learning.
- High-Impact Projects: Complex industrial work that matters.
- Lead & Mentor: Learn today, lead tomorrow.
- Rich Culture: What started as a carpentry shop has grown into a multi-million-dollar company built on relationships and craftsmanship.
- High Performance: By people, strengthened through AI and technology that enhance collaboration, transparency, and results.
Boldt Culture
At Boldt, high performance starts with strong relationships. We believe the best projects are delivered by teams that trust each other, communicate openly, and take ownership from the field to the office. Our culture blends accountability with support; where learning, mentorship, and collaboration power results. You won’t just contribute to projects that matter; you’ll grow alongside people who are investing in your success.
What You Bring
- 10+ years of experience in design management, preconstruction, project management, or EPC project delivery in power, renewables, or heavy industrial project environments.
- Proven ability to lead design and preconstruction phases of complex construction projects.
- Experience coordinating with engineering firms, architects, and construction teams.
- Strong understanding of scope, cost, schedule, and constructability integration.
- Experience with risk management, contract development, and procurement strategy.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment across stakeholders.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to facilitate, challenge, and influence decisions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Target Value Design (TVD) or Lean design practices.
- Professional certifications (PE, RA, DBIA).
- Background in both project execution and preconstruction/design phases.
Unsolicited Correspondence
The Boldt Group and its subsidiaries engage recruiting agencies exclusively through our Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team and only when a valid, Boldt approved agreement is in place. Boldt does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions at any time, including agencies with an active agreement—unless the submission is expressly requested by the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. Any unsolicited submissions will be deemed the property of The Boldt Group, and no placement fees will be paid. All agency inquiries must be directed to the Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team. At this time, we are not entertaining any new agency submissions or outreach.
EEOC
The Boldt Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Key skills/competency
- Design Management
- Preconstruction
- EPC Project Delivery
- Construction Management
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Alignment
- Team Leadership
- Cost Control
- Schedule Management
- Contract Development
Skills & topics
- Design Manager
- Preconstruction
- EPC
- Project Management
- Construction
- Power Industry
- Renewables
- Industrial Projects
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Engineering
- Architecture
- Construction Management
- Remote Work
- Leadership
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 10+ years of design management, preconstruction, or EPC experience in power, renewables, or industrial sectors. Emphasize coordination with engineering firms and construction teams.
- Showcase leadership skills: Provide examples of leading cross-functional teams, integrating scope, cost, schedule, and risk, and managing complex construction projects.
- Demonstrate understanding of integration: Detail your experience with constructability, risk management, contract development, and procurement strategies.
- Prepare for travel: Be ready to discuss your ability and willingness to travel up to 75% for meetings and client needs.
- Express cultural fit: Articulate how your collaborative approach and commitment to strong relationships align with Boldt's values.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Design Manager role at The Boldt Company?
- The anticipated salary range for the Design Manager position at The Boldt Company is $108,000 - $143,000 annually, with potential for bonus eligibility and company-paid travel. Actual pay will depend on individual skills, experience, and education.
- Is the Design Manager position remote or on-site at The Boldt Company?
- The Design Manager position is a remote role. However, it requires significant travel, up to 75%, for meetings and client needs.
- What industries does The Boldt Company focus on for this Design Manager role?
- The Boldt Company focuses on power, renewables, and heavy industrial project environments for this Design Manager role within its National Power & Industrial division.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Design Manager at The Boldt Company?
- The Design Manager is responsible for leading the design and preconstruction process, integrating scope, schedule, cost, and risk, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring projects are constructible and set up for success.
- What qualifications are required for the Design Manager position at The Boldt Company?
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management is required, along with 10+ years of experience in design management, preconstruction, project management, or EPC project delivery in relevant industries. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
- Does The Boldt Company accept unsolicited applications or resumes from agencies?
- No, The Boldt Company's Enterprise Support Talent Acquisition team exclusively handles recruiting agencies and does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from agencies unless expressly requested.
- What does it mean to be an employee-owned company at The Boldt Company?
- Being employee-owned means that your work directly contributes to the company's success, and as an owner, you have a stake in the future growth and prosperity of The Boldt Company.
- Are there opportunities for professional development for the Design Manager role?
- Yes, The Boldt Company emphasizes career growth through mentorship and hands-on learning opportunities. The role also offers the chance to lead and mentor others.