Hybrid Design Construction Manager II

at DLB Associates

• Job title: Design Construction Manager II
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Design Construction Manager II overseeing complex projects in mission-critical environments at DLB Associates. Acting as contractor and owner's representative through design and construction phases.

Responsibilities

• The Design Construction Manager II (DCMII) acts as the contractor and/or owner’s representative across the design and construction administration phases, ensuring the project’s scope, schedule, budget, quality, operability, and compliance objectives are met.
• This role integrates Owner’s Representative and Design Management responsibilities with specialized coordination of architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and operations stakeholders.
• The DCMII drives the design process from schematic design through record drawings, while providing structured reporting, risk management, and decision support to the owner.
• Operating with a high degree of independence and receiving limited day-to-day direction, the DCMII manages projects of complex scope in mission-critical environments.
• The DCMII will receive limited directions on day-to-day work and general instructions on new projects, tasks or assignments.
• Will execute and assist team leadership on projects, tasks or assignments of complex scope.
• Will work independently or under limited supervision.
• The DCMII will communicate and operate in line with organizational and client goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related discipline OR Two years of hands‑on install/testing/validation/troubleshooting of mechanical, controls, and/or electrical infrastructure PLUS Minimum of five years of additional related experience
• Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in mission-critical environments.
• Knowledge of industry trends, project management and construction procedures and best practices.
• Knowledge of materials, methods and the tools involved in the construction of mission critical, commercial buildings or other structures.
• Knowledge of the importance of the Method of Procedure (MOP) process and work notifications.
• Skilled in clear, concise communication with both technical and non-technical audiences, with the ability to represent the owner directly with contractors and clients.
• Skilled in managing schedule inputs and enforcing quality standards across multiple stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
• Skilled at using construction management software such as Procore.
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management.
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members.
• Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment