Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Federal Construction Superintendent

Job Description

This role oversees federal construction projects with a focus on work performed under U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contracts. The Project Manager leads project planning, execution, and close-out while ensuring strict compliance with federal requirements and quality control standards. The position replaces a previously filled role and offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex, high-visibility projects in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of federal construction projects from initiation through completion.
• Manage projects performed under USACE contracts, ensuring full compliance with federal and USACE-specific regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, budgets, and work plans, and monitor progress against established milestones.
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to align project objectives, resolve issues, and maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Implement and oversee project quality control processes, including serving as or closely collaborating with the Quality Control Manager (QCM) to ensure work meets all contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Identify project risks related to federal and USACE requirements, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively address potential delays or compliance issues.
• Prepare and review project documentation, including reports, submittals, and correspondence required under federal and USACE contracts.
• Monitor on-site activities for adherence to safety, quality, and schedule requirements, and support the project team in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
• Support project close-out activities, including final inspections, punch lists, documentation, and handover to the client in accordance with federal and USACE standards.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a Project Manager overseeing federal construction projects.
• Demonstrated background managing projects under USACE contracts and working within USACE processes and requirements.
• Strong understanding of federal construction regulations, contract compliance, and documentation standards.
• Experience implementing and managing quality control programs on construction projects, including familiarity with Quality Control Manager (QCM) responsibilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules, budgets, and multiple project stakeholders.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to coordinate and collaborate across diverse project teams and external partners.
• Ability to identify and manage project risks, particularly in a federal and USACE-regulated environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a dedicated Quality Control Manager (QCM) role or close collaboration with QCM functions on construction projects.
• Experience working on multiple federal projects or large-scale, complex construction assignments.
• Familiarity with USACE-specific project management tools, reporting formats, and quality control procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a structured, regulatory environment.
• Relevant education or training in construction management, engineering, or a related field is beneficial.

Work Environment

The role operates within a federal construction project environment governed by USACE and related regulatory standards. The Project Manager collaborates with field teams, subcontractors, and office-based staff, balancing time between the project site and office settings as required by project activities. Work involves regular review of technical documentation, coordination meetings, and oversight of on-site construction operations in a structured, compliance-driven setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Quantico, VA.

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

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Quantico,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

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