Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Project Manager

Job Description

This role oversees federal construction projects in the Northern Virginia area, primarily based in Quantico, VA. The Construction Project Manager manages task orders under a Job Order Contract (JOC), leads bidding efforts, and ensures successful delivery of multiple projects across federal installations. The position offers long-term career growth within a consistently expanding construction organization that focuses on federal work and related sister companies.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple federal construction projects located on various federal installations, with a primary focus on Quantico, VA.
• Oversee task orders on a JOC (Job Order Contract), ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements are met.
• Lead bidding efforts for task orders, including reviewing project scopes, preparing proposals, and coordinating pricing.
• Perform cost estimating activities, including breaking down scopes of work, developing unit pricing, and soliciting bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Utilize RS Means, unit pricing methodologies, and/or E4 Clicks to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
• Plan and manage project schedules, including critical path development, monitoring, and adjustments to keep projects on track.
• Coordinate and delegate tasks to project teams, superintendents, and subcontractors to maintain effective workflow and project progress.
• Oversee subcontractor management, including selection, contract administration, performance monitoring, and issue resolution.
• Ensure quality control and quality assurance across all phases of construction, verifying compliance with plans, specifications, and federal requirements.
• Review and manage construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and design changes, and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Lead project coordination efforts, including RFIs, change orders, and other contract documentation, to maintain accurate project records.
• Manage change order processes, including scope validation, pricing, negotiation, and documentation.
• Support site development, tenant fit-outs, ground-up construction, and base building projects as needed.
• Collaborate with federal stakeholders, general contractors, and internal teams to ensure clear communication and project alignment.
• Monitor project performance and participate in annual bonus-related metrics tied to project growth, completion timelines, and overall success.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Construction Project Manager, specifically on federal contracts.
• Experience managing IDIQ or JOC contracts, including task-order administration and execution.
• Demonstrated experience performing cost estimating, including breaking down scopes of work and soliciting bids from contractors.
• Proficiency with unit-pricing contracts (JOC) and related estimating practices.
• Experience using RS Means and/or E4 Clicks for estimating and unit pricing.
• Strong project management skills covering scheduling, critical path planning, and project coordination.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors effectively, including performance oversight and communication.
• Solid understanding of construction management principles, including quality control and quality assurance in a federal environment.
• Ability to manage RFIs, change orders, and construction documents throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to delegate tasks and collaborate with diverse project stakeholders.
• Experience working with general contractors and on federal construction projects.
• Knowledge of site development, tenant fit-out, ground-up construction, and base building projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• experience in construction management or a related field is beneficial.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and quality assurance practices in construction environments.
• Experience working on long-term federal contracts and task-order based projects.
• Comfort working within growing organizations that expand through sister companies and new business lines.
• Interest in long-term employment with opportunities for internal growth and annual bonus structures tied to project performance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Work Environment

This position is based locally in the Quantico, VA area, supporting federal projects across multiple installations. Typical work hours are approximately 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work environment blends office-based project management with visits to active construction sites as needed. Business casual attire is appropriate. The organization offers a supportive atmosphere with amenities such as a golf simulator, workout area, and other games for employees, along with quarterly company gatherings to foster team morale. Employees receive two weeks of paid time off, eight paid holidays, and are provided with a company vehicle, gas card, laptop, and cell phone. There are no ongoing medical monitoring, certifications, or specialized PPE requirements specified for this role. The culture emphasizes long-term growth, consistent new project awards, and opportunities for advancement as federal contracts and project sizes continue to expand.

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

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $130000.00/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 fully onsite position in Quantico,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

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