Layton Construction
A national commercial construction firm delivering complex projects since 1953.
Lead design process for awarded projects, ensuring scope, budget and schedule compliance.
23 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Sandy, UT
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Interior Construction
Role
Description
design review
design coordination
change management
risk assessment
design development
team leadership
- Evaluate staff performance and resolve issues should any arise.
- Ensures that, “Constructing with Integrity,” is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
- Record and control change management decisions with owners and trade partners.
- Establish excellent working relationships with various partners, including upper management, owners, designers, vendors, and trades.
- Responsible for mentoring, managing, and evaluating the Design Phase Team.
- Champions, “The Layton Way,” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
- Learn and fully understand the owners needs, goals and requirements for the project.
- Coordinate, review, and submit designs to owner(s)
- Lead and encourage teams to reach or exceed their goals, while implementing and promoting the company’s policies, regulations and guidelines.
- Manage processes related to the projects design to ensure timely delivery. Working closely with estimators, design teams and other key members of the project team.
- Conduct financial, technical, and operational risk assessments and advising on any potential risks, opportunities, and potential hazards.
- The design manager is responsible for overseeing the design process in its entirety, from the initial pursuit of the projects, selection, design services procurement and negotiation of contracts.
- Convert the owners’ vision into a constructible design solution within the overall project scope, budget, and schedule.
Requirements
bachelor’s degree
autocad
microsoft office
10 years
leadership
problem solving
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Estimating or Equivalent Field.
- High-level knowledge of construction and design industries.
- Adaptable to change based on collaborative feedback.
- Must work independently and with teams and possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
- Strong innovative mindset.
- Ability to make decisions and problem solve effectively especially when under pressure or when faced with unexpected changes, situations, or unforeseen delays.
- Minimum of 10 Years of related construction industry experience (general contracting, design build firm, architecture firm, engineering firm, etc.)
- High degree of business acumen and decisiveness required.
- Must demonstrate leadership at a senior level and the ability to develop a followership to influence change.
- Demonstrated computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite programs, understanding in AutoCad.
- Strong presentation, public speaking, and facilitation skills.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1953
Company origins
The company was established in 1953, marking the beginning of its journey from local projects to national prominence.
$3.5B Revenue
Financial growth
Under David S. Layton's leadership since 2004, revenues grew significantly to over $3.5 billion.
40 States Expanded
Geographic reach
The company expanded its operations from the Mountain West to over 40 states across the U.S.
230 Active Projects
Project volume
The firm manages approximately 230 active projects at any given time.
2019 Merger
Strategic partnership
In 2019, the company merged with STO Building Group, scaling into a national powerhouse.
- Began with humble local projects and grew through disciplined, integrity-driven craftsmanship.
- Known for high-profile work—like university stadiums, cancer institutes, luxury resorts, sports venues and data centers.
- Excels in sectors including healthcare, distribution, hospitality, residential, sports, life sciences and manufacturing.
- Their execution often tackles build complexity head-on—such as curved theater spaces with thick walls to resist groundwater pressure.
- Continues family-led traditions while embracing innovation, award-winning safety, technical rigor, and a relationship-first approach.
Culture + Values
- Safety First: The safety of our employees and others is our number one priority.
- Integrity: We act with honesty and adhere to the highest ethical standards.
- Commitment to Excellence: We are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients, partners, and employees.
- Collaboration: We work as a team, fostering open communication and respect for everyone involved in our projects.
- Sustainability: We integrate sustainable practices into our projects to improve the environment and reduce waste.
- Continuous Improvement: We are dedicated to ongoing learning and innovation to improve the way we work.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Goal
The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions, reflecting a commitment to significantly reducing its environmental footprint.
- Committed to sustainability and reducing environmental impact.
- Integrates sustainable building practices and has earned LEED certifications for many projects.
- Actively reduces energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation during construction.
- Collaborates with clients and partners to implement green technologies and solutions in construction.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Fosters an inclusive and diverse workplace environment.
- Actively recruits from a variety of backgrounds and promotes representation across roles and levels.
- Offers mentorship and development programs to support underrepresented groups in the construction industry.
- Tracks gender statistics and other DEI metrics to monitor progress toward inclusivity goals.