Federal Construction Project Manager
- $130,000 - $150,000
- Charleston, SC
Growing Federal Design-Build Contractor Seeks Experienced Project Manager
A bit about us:
We are a mission-focused team specializing in the execution of complex federal construction projects across the Southeast. With extensive experience supporting agencies such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), and other federal entities, we deliver projects that demand the highest standards of compliance, safety, and performance. Our work spans a variety of scopes and locations, and we are trusted to meet rigorous government specifications while maintaining operational excellence at every level.
Why join us?
Competitive base salary and performance-based incentives
100% employer-paid individual medical insurance
Paid holidays and PTO
401(k) with company contribution
Opportunity to work on high-profile federal projects region-wide
Direct access to executive leadership and decision-makers
Stable backlog of federal work and long-term career growth
Collaborative team environment where your expertise is valued
Opportunity to influence pursuits, preconstruction strategy, and company growth initiatives
100% employer-paid individual medical insurance
Paid holidays and PTO
401(k) with company contribution
Opportunity to work on high-profile federal projects region-wide
Direct access to executive leadership and decision-makers
Stable backlog of federal work and long-term career growth
Collaborative team environment where your expertise is valued
Opportunity to influence pursuits, preconstruction strategy, and company growth initiatives
Job Details
We are seeking a Federal Construction Project Manager with experience delivering complex government construction projects. This role is responsible for overseeing projects throughout the entire lifecycle, including preconstruction, budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor management, client communication, quality control, safety compliance, and project closeout.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background managing federal construction projects and be comfortable leading multiple projects simultaneously while serving as the primary point of contact for owners, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Responsibilities
Manage federal construction projects from pursuit and award through final completion
Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and cost forecasts
Lead project planning, coordination, and execution efforts
Oversee subcontractor procurement, negotiations, and contract administration
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project documentation
Conduct project meetings and provide regular owner updates
Ensure compliance with contract requirements, quality standards, and safety programs
Coordinate project logistics and resource planning
Monitor project financial performance and profitability
Prepare monthly project reports, cost analyses, and schedule updates
Support proposal development and preconstruction activities as needed
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders
Manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining schedule and budget objectives
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of construction project management experience
5+ years managing federal construction projects
Experience managing projects valued at $8M or greater
Strong understanding of federal construction contracting and project delivery
Experience with agencies such as: USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, Department of Defense, Department of the Interior, etc.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Strong knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and contract administration
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Preferred
Design-Build project experience
IDIQ, MATOC, or task order contract experience
Proposal development experience
Federal renovation and rehabilitation projects
Experience supporting business development efforts
Certifications
OSHA 30-Hour Certification
USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) Certification
Technical Skills
Experience with:
Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
Microsoft Office Suite
Bluebeam
Adobe Acrobat
Travel
Periodic travel is required for project meetings, site visits, progress reviews, inspections, and client engagements.
Work Environment
This position operates in both office and active construction environments. Site visits may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, elevated work areas, uneven terrain, and active construction operations. Appropriate PPE will be required when visiting project sites.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background managing federal construction projects and be comfortable leading multiple projects simultaneously while serving as the primary point of contact for owners, subcontractors, and internal teams.
Responsibilities
Manage federal construction projects from pursuit and award through final completion
Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, and cost forecasts
Lead project planning, coordination, and execution efforts
Oversee subcontractor procurement, negotiations, and contract administration
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project documentation
Conduct project meetings and provide regular owner updates
Ensure compliance with contract requirements, quality standards, and safety programs
Coordinate project logistics and resource planning
Monitor project financial performance and profitability
Prepare monthly project reports, cost analyses, and schedule updates
Support proposal development and preconstruction activities as needed
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders
Manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining schedule and budget objectives
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of construction project management experience
5+ years managing federal construction projects
Experience managing projects valued at $8M or greater
Strong understanding of federal construction contracting and project delivery
Experience with agencies such as: USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, Department of Defense, Department of the Interior, etc.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Strong knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and contract administration
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
Preferred
Design-Build project experience
IDIQ, MATOC, or task order contract experience
Proposal development experience
Federal renovation and rehabilitation projects
Experience supporting business development efforts
Certifications
OSHA 30-Hour Certification
USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) Certification
Technical Skills
Experience with:
Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
Microsoft Office Suite
Bluebeam
Adobe Acrobat
Travel
Periodic travel is required for project meetings, site visits, progress reviews, inspections, and client engagements.
Work Environment
This position operates in both office and active construction environments. Site visits may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, elevated work areas, uneven terrain, and active construction operations. Appropriate PPE will be required when visiting project sites.
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Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
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