Tactical Infrastructure Project Manager

Tactical Infrastructure Project Manager

Job Locations


US-TX-McAllen

Job ID


2026-13982

# of Openings


1

Category


Project Management

Benefit Type


Salaried High Fringe/Full-Time

Overview

LMI seeks a Project Manager to support a fast-paced federal program management office in McAllen, TX. Join our team of collaborative self-starters focused on delivering practical and efficient solutions to help our client keep U.S. borders safe and facilitate trade and travel. As part of our high-performing team, you will augment our vital work to provide "eyes and ears" technology to protect our nation.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager (PM) supports the U.S. Border Patrol by overseeing every phase tactical infrastructure construction or alteration project from initiation to close out. The professional works with partners such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to develop and manage various construction projects. The PM is responsible for contract administration, tracking the progress of the project scope, budget and schedule and may be responsible for updating project information in CBP databases such as SAP, FITT, WMS and TRIRIGA. The PM also tracks and manages risk and facilitates change management efforts and communication among all stakeholders throughout the life of the project(s).

The Project Manager serves as an agency representative, reviewing schedules and work plans from service providers and contractors, performing quality control on work, ensuring SOWs are followed, and reviewing invoices. Specific duties include:

Serve as project manager for construction activities
• Oversee all phases of the project from kickoff to closeout
• Lead planning efforts for projects
• Work with USBP to develop and validate project requirements
• Develop project requirements documents (PRDs)
• Update PRDs based on input from stakeholders
• Track PRDs through project completion
• Develop and manage project scope, schedule, risk and budget
• Coordinate contracts with the executing agency such as USACE, etc.
• May perform technical review of design and engineering drawings and specifications
• Coordinate with the real estate and environmental teams to obtain required permits and to ensure areas are "green/green" (approved for access)
• Coordinate with key stakeholders on day to day project progress
• Serve as liaison to USBP or AMO regarding project progress and issues
• Travel to project site to review work progress in person
• May input data into various CBP systems such as SAP, TRIRIGA, WMS and FITT
• Collaborate with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for construction and alteration activities
  • Contribute to the development of Statements of Work (SOWs) and ensure the SOW is being met by the contractor
  • Perform Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)
  • Perform inspections
• Develop materials for Program Management Reviews (PMRs) as required

Qualifications

Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance abuse, and employment verifications; active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination.

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, business/management or related field.
• 3+ years of large-scale construction management experience; OR, 5+ years of construction experience in lieu of a degree.
• Professional certification in a relevant field such as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Skills and experience
  • Ability to effectively manage a large scale project
  • Ability to effectively gather and validate requirements
  • Ability to effectively develop project budgets and perform cost estimates
  • Ability to effectively develop and review project schedules
  • Ability to perform risk analysis
  • Ability to communicate clearly with a wide variety of stakeholders orally and in writing
  • Possess technical and business writing skills
  • Possess the ability to be flexible in a fast paced environment
  • Possess strong organizational skills
  • Detail oriented with strong time management and presentation skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to effectively problem solve
  • Ability to think strategically
  • Ability to absorb and summarize complex issues
  • Possess strong interpersonal skills, including an ability to collaborate well with others and build strong relationships
• Preferred skills & experience
  • Knowledge of construction processes, standards and codes
  • Knowledge of accounting processes and principles and engineering and architectural processes and principles
  • Knowledge of facilities, Tactical Infrastructure, and/or towers
  • Knowledge of the DHS acquisition process
  • General understanding of OSHA and environmental rules and regulations
  • Understanding of databases such as TRIRIGA, FITT, SAP and procurement processes
  • Working knowledge of the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Endangered Species Act (ESA)
  • Knowledge of computer software, such as RSMeans and Microsoft Office Suite (mainly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)

EEO Statement

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer-all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io
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