Construction Manager (Flex Staff)

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 :

• Planning, directing, and managing all phases of federal construction projects to ensure successful execution.
• Overseeing and coordinating the activities of contractors, subcontractors, and on-site personnel to maintain quality, safety, and compliance.
• Acting as the primary liaison between the federal government client's construction branch, project stakeholders, and contractors.
• Reviewing and evaluating construction documents, including safety plans, QC plans, design drawings, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and technical reports.
• Leading and participating in pre-construction conferences, design and progress meetings, on-site inspections, and project closeout activities.
• Ensuring that all construction activities are executed in accordance with federal safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Tracking project performance metrics, analyzing variances, and implementing corrective actions.
• Mentoring and training junior staff, fostering technical growth and promoting adherence to company and industry best practices.
• Preparing and maintaining comprehensive project documentation.
• Promoting and enforcing a culture of safety across all project sites.
• Performing other related responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include :

Preferred qualifications include :

CDM Smith is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity! We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities. If you are interested in being considered for this position, we encourage you to apply to be part of our talent community.