About this role
Reports to: Senior Project Manager or Project Executive (in absence of SPM)
Supervises: Assistant Project Manager and Jobsite Office Assistant
Educational & Experience Requirements
• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Building Science, Engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant construction experience; OR
• Four-year degree in a non-related field plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience managing federal government construction projects preferred, including work with USACE, NAVFAC, or other federal agencies.
• Experience with large, complex commercial, institutional, military, or government construction projects strongly preferred.
Certifications / Training
• OSHA 10 Hour required.
• USACE/NAVFAC Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certification preferred.
• Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 requirements preferred.
• Additional federal project, safety, or quality-control certifications are a plus.
Technical Requirements
Software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software.
• Proficiency in project management and accounting software.
• Working knowledge of RMS/QCS or similar federal construction management systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of Navisworks, Revit, and other BIM/coordination platforms.
Federal Construction Knowledge
• Working knowledge of federal construction contracting requirements and government project administration.
• Understanding of USACE, NAVFAC, and/or other federal agency procedures preferred.
• Familiarity with federal submittal, RFI, quality-control, scheduling, change-management, and project documentation requirements.
• Working knowledge of FAR clauses and federal contract requirements applicable to construction projects.
• Understanding of the Three-Phase Control process and coordination with the project Quality Control Manager.
• Ability to maintain the detailed documentation and reporting standards required on federal projects.
General Construction Knowledge
• Strong understanding of quantity take-off and subcontractor solicitation to support estimating and procurement.
• In-depth understanding of building systems, construction means and methods, and trade sequencing.
• Working knowledge of construction surveying and layout.
• Strong working knowledge of contract documents, specifications, and contract language.
• Understanding of project risk management, cost control, scheduling, procurement, and change management.
Essential Functions
• Manage the day-to-day administrative and financial execution of assigned federal construction projects.
• Supervise and develop Assistant Project Managers and project administrative staff.
• Manage the project submittal process to ensure compliance with contract specifications and federal agency requirements.
• Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process and coordinate timely resolution with the Owner and design team.
• Coordinate closely with the Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Site Safety and Health Officer, and other project leadership.
• Support implementation of the project's Quality Control Plan, including Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up phases of control.
• Ensure project documentation complies with applicable federal contract requirements and agency procedures.
• Manage procurement, subcontractor coordination, material deliveries, and long-lead items.
• Develop, maintain, update, and report the project schedule in accordance with contract requirements.
• Manage project cost controls, forecasting, commitments, billings, and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate progress documentation and reporting for both BLHI leadership and the government Owner.
• Manage change orders, modifications, requests for equitable adjustment, and supporting documentation.
• Identify potential contractual issues and ensure timely notice and documentation in accordance with contract requirements.
• Support resolution of disputes, claims, and subcontractor issues.
• Coordinate completion of project closeout requirements, including punch lists, as-built documentation, O&M manuals, warranties, training, and government acceptance.
• Support and reinforce BLHI safety requirements and applicable federal safety requirements, including EM 385-1-1 when required by contract.
• Ensure work is executed in accordance with plans, specifications, contract requirements, quality standards, and project schedule.
Relationship Management
• Establish and maintain a professional, solutions-oriented relationship with the federal Owner and government representatives.
• Develop productive relationships with Contracting Officers, CORs, government project managers, inspectors, design teams, and other project stakeholders as applicable.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and teaming partners.
• Represent BLHI professionally in all interactions with clients, subcontractors, government personnel, and the surrounding community.
• Support BLHI's Federal Group business development efforts and develop an understanding of key federal clients, agencies, and markets.
• Participate in industry and/or community organizations.
Corporate Culture & Leadership
• Embrace and demonstrate BLHI Corporate Values.
• Lead with professionalism, accountability, urgency, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Develop and train direct reports for increased responsibility and advancement.
• Continually seek feedback and opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborate effectively with project leadership, field operations, preconstruction, accounting, safety, and other BLHI departments.
• Understand and support the overall objectives of BLHI and the Federal Group.
Requirements for Advancement
• Demonstrated success managing the cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contractual requirements of complex federal construction projects.
• Mastery of project cost-control systems and forecasting, with a history of developing direct reports.
• In-depth understanding of building systems, trade sequencing, activity durations, P6 scheduling, and federal scheduling requirements.
• Strong understanding of federal contract administration, change management, documentation, and claims avoidance.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage relationships with federal Owners, government representatives, design teams, subcontractors, and internal leadership.
• Strong understanding of BLHI estimating, preconstruction, and operational processes.
• Evidence of operating within BLHI Corporate Values and holding others to the same standard.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and manage project risk.
• Understanding of BLHI's overall goals and Federal Group strategy.
• Evidence of supporting BLHI's federal business development and client relationship efforts.
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