Project Manager

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team and lead the execution of large-scale, federal design-build construction projects. This is a full-time position with long-term employment potential, offering significant opportunity for career growth and leadership.

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing the entire project lifecycle—from proposal and pre-construction planning through execution, delivery, and closeout. You will have oversight of project financials, subcontractor coordination, scheduling, client relations, and team leadership. Projects are typically fast-paced and involve contracts with agencies such as GSA, NAVFAC, USACE, and WHS.

The position reports directly to Executive Leadership and operates with a high level of independence. You will also play a key role in identifying and pursuing new project opportunities within a multiple award federal contract program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead full project lifecycle: procurement, pre-construction, execution, QA/QC, financial tracking, and closeout
• Manage internal teams and external partners, including design consultants, subcontractors, and government stakeholders
• Coordinate and review submittals, RFI responses, transmittals, drawings, and other contract deliverables
• Supervise and ensure compliance with quality control and site safety programs
• Develop and manage cost-loaded CPM schedules and monthly progress reports
• Prepare and review pay applications for both subcontractors and government clients
• Lead the development of project budgets, financial forecasts, and profit/loss reports
• Oversee design compliance and execution in design-build contracts, including schedule, budget, and technical scope
• Manage contract modifications, change orders, and procurement efforts in coordination with estimating and purchasing teams
• Prepare and submit final closeout packages including as-builts, O&M manuals, and warranty documentation
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong professional relationships
• Facilitate project meetings and reporting for stakeholders and executive leadership
• Maintain well-organized digital project files for correspondence, documents, and drawings
• Support proposal efforts and estimating during pre-construction phases

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing federal design-build construction projects
• Deep understanding of federal contract vehicles and compliance (GSA, NAVFAC, USACE, WHS)
• Experience with firm-fixed-price design-build and bid-build federal projects
• Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent projects
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and federal contract documentation
• Proven track record in budget management and cost control
• Advanced proficiency in:
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Adobe Acrobat
• Scheduling software (Primavera P6 or equivalent)
• Procore, Bluebeam, and other construction management software
• Preferred Certifications (Any of the following):
  Certified Construction Manager (CCM) – Construction Manager Certification Institute
• Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI
• Designated Design-Build Professional (DBIA) – Design-Build Institute of America
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or Licensed Architect (RA)
• If certifications/licenses are not held, additional 10 years of construction management experience is required.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• High attention to detail and organizational accuracy
• Strategic thinking and ability to develop and execute project risk mitigation plans
• Initiative and independence in problem-solving
• Ability to build and manage high-performing teams
• Strong time-management and accountability for results
• Capacity to maintain a sense of urgency and precision under tight deadlines
• Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a security clearance
• Physical & Work Environment Requirements
  Travel to project sites across the DC Metro area for site visits, meetings, and inspections
• Work may involve climbing, navigating uneven surfaces, entering trenches or confined spaces, and exposure to varying temperatures and construction hazards
• Proper use of PPE required during site visits

Paid Time Off:

• 11 Federal holidays
• 2 week’s vacation/personal time (accrued)
• 1 week of paid sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement and paid training
• Opportunities for professional development and certification (e.g., QC Management, Safety)