Construction Manager

Construction ManagerThe Construction Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing design, construction, and infrastructure modernization efforts supporting a large government client. This role supports a geographically dispersed portfolio of critical infrastructure projects, including AM radio transmission facilities, communications towers, hardened equipment shelters, electrical systems, generators, fuel storage systems, and related site infrastructure.Working closely with engineering firms, construction contractors, equipment manufacturers, and other project partners, the Construction Manager ensures successful project execution. This role oversees project schedules, budgets, technical requirements, construction quality, and regulatory compliance while minimizing disruptions to operational broadcast facilities.Key Responsibilities:Manage construction and infrastructure modernization projects from initial planning through final acceptance and closeout.Support engineering and design activities by reviewing design deliverables, facilitating design reviews, and resolving technical issues with engineering consultants and project teams.Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, execution strategies, and resource requirements to support successful project delivery.Provide construction oversight by managing contractor activities, monitoring project progress, and ensuring compliance with approved designs, specifications, and contractual requirements.Support procurement and logistics efforts, including contractor acquisition, equipment purchases, material deliveries, site access, and specialized construction operations.Oversee civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and telecommunications work associated with broadcast and critical infrastructure facilities.Perform project controls activities, including monitoring costs, schedules, risks, change orders, and contractor performance, while implementing corrective actions as needed.Serve as a primary point of coordination among government representatives, broadcast facility operators, engineering consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.Monitor construction quality, safety practices, permitting activities, and compliance with applicable regulatory and contractual requirements.Lead project commissioning and closeout activities, including inspections, testing, punch-list resolution, final acceptance, and project documentation.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.7+ years of experience managing commercial, industrial, telecommunications, or infrastructure construction projects.Demonstrated experience managing projects from planning and design coordination through construction and closeout.Experience overseeing multiple construction projects and contractors simultaneously.Working knowledge of construction methods, scheduling, cost estimating, and contract administration.Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.Familiarity with applicable building codes, construction safety requirements, and permitting processes.Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, and other project scheduling and management software.Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and contractor management skills.Ability and willingness to travel to locations throughout the United States and U.S. territories.Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.Preferred Qualifications:Experience supporting federal government construction or infrastructure programs.Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements and government contracting procedures.Experience with telecommunications infrastructure, AM broadcast facilities, transmission towers, or critical communications systems.Knowledge of electrical distribution systems, standby generators, fuel systems, HVAC systems, and hardened equipment shelters.Experience supporting construction activities at operational facilities where service interruptions must be minimized.Familiarity with construction inspection, commissioning, acceptance testing, and project closeout activities.Professional certifications such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent.