Construction Manager (Flex Staff)
We are seeking experienced Construction Managers to independently oversee, manage, and coordinate medium to high complexity federal construction projects from planning through final delivery. Projects may include both vertical (buildings, facilities, utilities) and horizontal (civil, infrastructure, airfields, roadways) construction with agencies such as USACE, AFCEC, and NAVFAC. This position is a pipeline requisition for future project assignments supporting upcoming federal contracts.
Job duties include :
- Plan, direct, and manage all phases of federal construction projects to ensure successful execution.
- Oversee and coordinate the activities of contractors, subcontractors, and on-site personnel.
- Act as the primary liaison between the federal government client's construction branch, project stakeholders, and contractors.
- Review and evaluate construction documents, including safety plans, QC plans, design drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
- Lead and participate in pre-construction conferences, design and progress meetings, on-site inspections, and project closeout activities.
- Ensure that all construction activities are executed in accordance with federal safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Track project performance metrics, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions.
- Mentor and train junior staff, fostering technical growth and promoting adherence to company and industry best practices.
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
- Promote and enforce a culture of safety across all project sites.
- Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum qualifications :
Bachelor's degree.8 years of relevant experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.Domestic and / or international travel may be required.Preferred qualifications :
Experience with large federal construction projects.Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP), or similar certification.Skills and abilities include :
Must be a U.S. citizen.Ability to work in the field which can include long periods of standing, walking or sitting.Ability to read and interpret construction codes, plans, specifications, and inspection requirements.Knowledge of and ability to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.Strong organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.Excellent attention to detail.Strong writing and oral communication skills.Ability to work with multiple stakeholders.Good interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.Pay range minimum : $78,624
Pay range maximum : $157,248
Additional compensation : All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Work location options : Successful candidate will be required to work 100% in the office.
Driver's license requirements : An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.
Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity! We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities. Please note this is an "evergreen" position which will be used to build our candidate pool but is not a role that is open at this time. If you are interested in being considered for this position should this position become available, we encourage you to apply to be part of our talent community.