Construction Project Manager III - St. Louis

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Project Manager IIIFederal & Mission-Critical Infrastructure Projects

St. Louis, MO | Full-Time Contract

Join a High-Impact Federal Engineering Team

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager III to lead complex federal construction and renovation projects. In this role, you will oversee full lifecycle project delivery for government facilities, ensuring projects are completed on scope, on schedule, and within budget.

This is a long-term contract opportunity offering leadership responsibility, exposure to large-scale federal infrastructure projects, and the ability to support mission-critical operations.

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• PTO and paid holidays
• Short- and long-term disability coverage

Career Growth

• Exposure to federal and mission-critical construction projects
• Opportunity to lead full lifecycle project delivery
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Long-term contract stability

Key Responsibilities

• Lead construction and renovation projects from planning through occupancy
• Develop scopes of work, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and performance metrics
• Coordinate procurement activities with contracting teams and A/E firms
• Oversee construction progress, inspections, and quality assurance
• Serve as on-site project manager or construction representative
• Identify and resolve project risks, issues, and conflicts
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards, and regulations
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and government stakeholders
• Prepare and track project management plans, milestones, and deliverables
• Additional Duties as assigned
• Travel may be required for site visits, inspections, and project reviews

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience managing construction or design projects
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and construction practices
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications
• Experience managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Advanced computer proficiency
• Ability to travel

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Experience supporting federal or government construction projects
• Experience managing complex or large-scale projects
• Familiarity with government estimating tools or systems

Security Clearance Requirement

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance (Secret / Top Secret / Public Trust)
• Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation and PIV card issuance

Why This Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful federal construction projects while contributing to facility modernization, operational efficiency, and long-term infrastructure success.

 

Apply Today

If you are a driven project manager looking to lead federal construction projects in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply.