Project Manager/QCM

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Federal Project Manager (USACE / QCM)

Job Description

This role serves as a traveling project manager responsible for leading and delivering federal construction projects in alignment with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) standards. As a replacement hire in a double-hat capacity, you will manage multiple responsibilities across project planning, execution, and quality control while ensuring compliance with federal requirements and organizational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage federal construction projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with USACE requirements and project objectives.
• Coordinate all phases of project delivery, including planning, scheduling, execution, and monitoring, to keep work on time and within scope.
• Travel to project sites as needed to oversee on-the-ground activities, engage with stakeholders, and address project issues promptly.
• Serve in a dual-capacity role, balancing project management responsibilities with quality control oversight and other assigned duties.
• Ensure all project documentation, reporting, and communication meet federal and USACE standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and federal representatives to maintain clear communication and effective coordination.
• Identify project risks and issues early, propose solutions, and implement corrective actions to maintain project progress.
• Uphold quality, safety, and compliance expectations throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a project manager on federal construction or infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) standards, processes, and project requirements.
• Experience managing multiple responsibilities in a double-hat role, balancing project management and quality-related duties.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to project sites as required by project needs.
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills to manage complex federal projects.
• Effective communication skills to work with federal agencies, internal teams, and external partners.
• Ability to ensure compliance with federal guidelines, USACE specifications, and project documentation standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on USACE-administered projects or similar federal construction programs.
• Familiarity with Quality Control Management (QCM) practices in a federal or USACE project environment.
• Experience in managing multiple concurrent responsibilities across project and quality functions.
• Any relevant certifications or training related to project management, federal contracting, or USACE standards are beneficial.

Work Environment

This is a traveling role that requires regular visits to project sites, where you will work closely with field teams and federal representatives in a dynamic construction environment. The position involves balancing office-based planning and documentation with on-site oversight and coordination. You will operate within a structured federal project framework, adhering to USACE standards and procedures while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Stewart, GA.

The pay range for this position is $58.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Fort Stewart,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2026.

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