Construction Manager

Federal Construction Manager Opportunity At HDR

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is a Top 10 Architectural & Engineering (A&E) firm in the United States as ranked by Engineering News Record and is also one of the largest employee-owned A&E companies in the United States. HDR has been selected to run the Installation Engineering and Installation Management functions of the Civil Engineer Squadron for the United Stated Air Force Academy (USAFA). As such, we will be placing a multi-disciplinary A&E team of 50+ professionals at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. The contract is expected to begin in early 2026 and covers an eight-year period from 2026 through 2034. The U.S. Air Force Academy is one of the premier universities in our country and is one of the most widely visited locations in all of Colorado. The Air Force Academy has a rich history and a unique mission to educate and train future Air Force leaders. HDR is honored to be selected for these components of the of the Base Maintenance Contract (BMC) in conjunction with Tessera, who will be running and leading the master contract with the Air Force. HDR will be performing wide-ranging facility management services to include but not limited to: planning, programming, design, asset management, construction inspection, energy management, real estate, environmental, cultural resources, space planning, CAD, GIS, cost estimating, and numerous other functions.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge and/or experience with federal contracts and/or the Air Force Civil Engineering Squadron. They will also have a strong enthusiasm to ensure the cadets and future Air Force Leaders live and learn in state of the art facilities and have the necessary resources to serve our country to the best of their abilities.

This position is full time and located on-site at the USAFA. The expected start date is March 1, 2026.

In the role of Construction Manager we'll require you to exercise judgement and discretion based upon your deep technical knowledge of safety processes and standards. We'll count on you to:

• Plan, schedule and coordinate construction procurements, and supervise field construction activities involving general construction and/or trade subcontractors
• Take responsibility for budget, schedule, quality and safety throughout such activities, utilizing company resources for guidance and support
• Coordinate with other project team groups such as design, procurement and accounting
• Maintain accurate daily record of construction site activity and produce required reports on progress, safety, quality, permit compliance, schedule and budget status
• Review construction submittals including shop drawings and pay applications
• Evaluate general contractor Change Orders and negotiate on behalf of USAFA
• Review and analyze baseline and updated construction schedules
• Coordinate with other project team members including the Owner, Architect-Engineer, and general Contractor
• Work individually or supporting more-senior staff on larger, more complex projects
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience and a minimum of 2 years of experience working with/for the US Air Force or Department of Defense (DOD)
• A general understanding of Military Construction and Facility Sustainment, Restoration and Maintenance Restoration construction projects
• Understanding of Air Force CE work order process; knowledge of Air Force NexGen IT
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Strong written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work in person and on site at United States Air Force Academy
• Ability to pass a background check
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Experience with scheduling software, project management software and web-based collaboration software for the exchange of documents
• This position is subject to a governmental background check
• Due to client contract requirements US Citizenship- US naturalized citizen required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Construction Science or closely related field or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in various aspects of construction planning and management, including field engineering, construction submittals, estimating, scheduling, and site safety
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Prolog, Primavera, Bluebeam, etc.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.