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McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

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Design Integration Manager - Water & Wastewater Construction

San Diego, CA
full-time
Posted 9/9/2025
Verified Source
Key Skills:
Design management
Constructability reviews
Risk management
3D model management (Revizto, BIM 360)
Value engineering
Team leadership
Project coordination
Water/wastewater regulations
Contract and risk management

Compensation

Salary Range

$104K - 133K a year

Responsibilities

Manage design integration activities including planning, coordination, constructability reviews, risk management, BIM model management, and team leadership throughout the project lifecycle in municipal water/wastewater construction projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, 8-10+ years municipal water/wastewater experience, strong engineering/preconstruction knowledge, supervisory skills, and ability to travel up to 50%.

Full Description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In. How do McCarthy partners define our culture? We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity. We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities. We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment. We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely. Position Summary: McCarthy is seeking a Design Integration Manager to join the design integration (DI) group in the national water/wastewater business unit. The DI group primarily supports the business to help facilitate coordination, quality, innovation and collaboration with our clients, design consultants, subcontractors, vendors and internal partners during the preconstruction (design) phase. DI also supports the business development, preconstruction and operations teams to ensure full team integration and consistency throughout the project lifecycle. Reporting to a Design Integration Director, the Manager will apply their technical expertise to oversee planning, coordination, facilitation and/or implementation of DI activities such as partnering, team alignment, design management, constructability reviews, risk management, 3D model management, and startup & commissioning coordination. The Manager is expected to help assess, identify, implement, and advance the necessary tasks for each assigned project. The Manager will plan out and assist the Project team in implementation of the DI plan, including, but not limited to partnering activities, team alignment and organization plans, communication plans, design coordination, change management, constructability reviews, VDC/BIM coordination, value engineering efforts, risk register management, permitting and other coordination tasks, as needed, throughout the design phase for a successful handover to the construction group and eventually, the client. The Manager will also be expected to lead or assist with identified special projects to help optimize DI and other preconstruction processes as well as enhance collaboration efforts through all aspects of the project lifecycle. This position can be located in any of the following offices: Los Angeles, Newport Beach, San Diego, Phoenix, Denver, Dallas, or Houston. Key Attributes & Responsibilities: Key Attributes • Teammate and team builder • Strong communicator • Detail-oriented • Strong organizational skills; • Self-starter: willing and able to identify and lead tasks, be fully engaged in efforts associated with role • Flexible: ability to work “in the grey area”, ability to understand the unique needs of each team/project and customize approach accordingly • Able to take best practices/procedures and adapt those to project specific needs • Able to build consensus and work with internal groups to generate positive outcomes for the project • Maintains a positive and solution-oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback • Enjoys ongoing learning and training others • Able to work with external consultants, subcontractors, vendors and clients as needed to effectively communicate plans and procedures • Capable, familiar or competent with using multiple software tools, including 2D/3D modelling, web-based tools and Excel • Understands basic legal terminology for contracts and risk management General Responsibilities: The Manager is expected to assess, plan, implement and improve DI processes and procedures on assigned projects and support all phases of the project – business development, preconstruction/ estimating, and operations (construction) – as needed. Additionally, the Manager is expected to manage and develop the DI team on each project. Design-Phase • Day to day management of DI plans and personnel for multiple projects • Remain up to date on project status and milestones to ensure DI plan is on track and coordinated with the rest of the Project team’s preconstruction/design phase activities • Interface with Project teams to develop and monitor expectations for schedule, cost, quality and content of design-phase document delivery • Aid in obtaining client direction and provide internal direction, as necessary, to facilitate the project goals and conditions of satisfaction • Lead or support value engineering (VE) workshops, maintains running VE logs, coordinates with Precon/Estimating group to ensure relevant items are reviewed, prioritized, coordinated with design partners, captured in trending logs and tracking decisions • Manage constructability and specifications review process with internal team, as well as the design team and client • Manage design changes in an organized fashion, helps assess impact, tracks major changes and coordinates with internal and external teams to convey impact and evaluate solutions, as needed • Manage design document control and model management using both 3D and 2D file management systems (i.e. Revizto, BIM 360, etc.). • Work with VDC manager assigned to project to develop and implement project-specific BIM execution plans, LOD matrices, model management and publishing requirements • Understand basic water/wastewater regulations, permits, funding, building codes, and design standards to assist in code compliance during design delivery • Bridge gaps between engineering and preconstruction/construction teams to work through challenges, and drive to the best solutions • Works on special projects focused on improving efficiency for preconstruction and construction teams, as needed • Participates in preconstruction, DI group and other department-related meetings; and • Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as appropriate Business Development • Work with Business Development team to develop and maintain any potential and existing client-business relationships • Develop a strong understanding of the company's services, capabilities, business strategy, and knowledge of their local/national competition • Assist in developing creative solutions for existing clients, as well as for new opportunities • Actively participate in pursuits including proposal development and interviews, as needed • Actively participate in industry organizations, including the delivery of strategic presentations and board representation, as appropriate Construction-Phase • Coordinate with Project Team to ensure smooth handover of 100% design documents and associated model • Support project teams if redesign efforts, vendor coordination or other technical input is necessary • Provide support, as needed, on startup and commissioning/testing procedures and plans Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in chemical, environmental, civil, mechanical or structural engineering or related field; • 8-10+ years of experience in the municipal water and/or wastewater field; • Strong knowledge and experience in engineering/consulting or estimating/preconstruction; • Familiarity with collaborative delivery (design-build, CMAR, etc.) is preferred; • Proficient in interpreting and understanding technical memoranda, specifications, drawings, process flow diagrams, and other project-related documentation; • Ability to supervise, interface and develop all levels of personnel; • This role involves travel up to 50% of the time. McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. For California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $116,000 - $129,100. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors. For Colorado locations only, In accordance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB19-085), we are including McCarthy’s good-faith and reasonable estimate of a range of entry level base compensation at the time of the posting. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Given the dynamic nature of the large-scale commercial construction industry, a candidate’s project portfolio and background can change the role and compensation for which that candidate might be qualified. The title and pay range for this role could change based on candidate qualifications and experience. Pay Range: $103,500 - $133,200

This job posting was last updated on 9/12/2025

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