Design Build Leader - Environmental Consulting (Remote)

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm with a simple vision for clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee‑owned company, we strive to cultivate teams that encourage collaboration in an inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to help us address a broad range of water and environmental issues. We prioritize our people, offering opportunities for professional growth, ownership, and flexibility. This commitment enables us to make a meaningful impact on our clients, communities, and the planet.

What's in it for you :

At Woodard & Curran, we’re offering you a unique opportunity to take the lead in shaping the future of water and environmental infrastructure. As our Design Build Leader, you’ll be at the forefront of Collaborative Delivery—guiding both traditional Design Build (DB) and Progressive Design Build (PDB) projects from concept through completion.

In this role, you'll drive innovation and make a meaningful impact by leading high-profile, complex infrastructure projects that benefit communities. You'll serve as the go-to expert for Collaborative Delivery, shaping strategy and execution across the organization. Collaboration is key, as you'll work across Consulting, Operations, and O&M divisions to deliver fully integrated solutions tailored to client needs and regulatory requirements. You'll also play a vital role in shaping client relationships by partnering with Client Managers to educate and advance customized project approaches. Throughout, you'll lead cross‑functional teams with a strong focus on safety, quality, profitability, and client satisfaction.

If you're looking for a leadership role where your expertise in DB and PDB methodologies will be valued, amplified, and put to work in meaningful ways—this is your chance.

Location :

Remote work available; preferred candidate location is Florida or the Midwest.

Travel :

Yes, Nationwide 30 – 60%

Who are we looking for :

We’re seeking a strategic and experienced leader to serve as our Design Build Leader, someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings deep expertise in both traditional Design Build (DB) and Progressive Design Build (PDB) methodologies. This individual will oversee all aspects of Collaborative Delivery, from pre‑construction through completion, and play a critical role in delivering Integrated Solutions in partnership with our O&M division.

As the company’s primary advocate and subject matter expert for Collaborative Delivery, the ideal candidate will lead cross‑functional teams to execute complex water and environmental infrastructure projects with a focus on safety, quality, profitability, and client satisfaction. Success in this role requires strong collaboration across our Consulting and Operations Divisions, and the ability to work closely with Client Managers to educate and guide clients through tailored project approaches that meet regulatory requirements.

Key Outcomes for This Role Include :

• Design Build Project Performance : Achieving or exceeding targets while maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
• Business Planning & Execution : Meeting annual business goals and contributing to strategic growth.
• Resource Optimization : Balancing team resources to ensure successful project delivery and overall DB business performance.

What You Will Be Doing at Woodard & Curran :

What You Will Need to Succeed :

$165,000 - $235,000 a year

This role has the option for remote work, and the anticipated pay range is flexible, depending on factors such as the employee’s primary work location, skills, experience, and education. The following examples illustrate how the pay range for the same role can vary based on different locations.

Group A (MT, ME, FL) = $165,000 - $200,000

Group B (PA, MA, MO, GA, RI) = $184,000 - $221,000

Group C (CA, NY, Andover‑MA, NJ, CO, CT) = $203,000 - $265,000

This position’s anticipated pay range is provided; the final exempt salary or non‑exempt hourly pay will depend on experience level and consider a percentage‑based geographic differential based on where the final candidate will be working. Geographic differentials recognize and reflect the cost of labor differences between geographic markets.

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Employee Support & Benefits

Retirement Savings

401(k) Pre‑tax or Roth Contributions : The company matches 100% of the first 3% of salary contributed

Time away from work

Observed holidays : Choose up to 9 holidays to observe annually

Vacation : Accrued based on years of experience and calculated on hours worked

Sick time : Paid sick time for non‑work related illness or injury.

Parental leave : Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding

Coverage and support for your needs and well‑being

Disability : Paid short and long term disability

Health : Medical plan options; plus dental and vision plans.

Life : Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits; additional voluntary life insurance for employees and families is available through Sun Life.

Wellbeing : DarioMind assistance program combined with personalized mental health and wellbeing resources.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Woodard & Curran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. We are committed to ensuring our employment practices are non‑discriminatory and based solely on job‑related factors.

If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please contact Beth Sweitzer.

Inclusion & Belonging

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that different perspectives and experiences enrich our workplace and enhance our ability to serve our clients and communities effectively.

At Woodard & Curran, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment. We understand that the best solutions for our clients and communities come from a culture that nurtures the success and growth of all employees. As an employee‑owned organization, our dedication to fostering growth, access and opportunity empowers us to serve our clients effectively and advance our mission of making a positive impact on the world. Our success is rooted in supporting our team members to reach their full potential, enabling us to deliver the most innovative, sound and effective solutions to improve our communities around us.

Non‑Solicitation Disclosure

Please be advised that we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted without a signed contract in place will be considered unsolicited and will not be eligible for any referral fees. Recruitment agencies must have a valid, signed agreement with our company prior to following the submission process to consider potential candidates.

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