Construction Manager

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District of Columbia
Office
R187603
Construction Management/Supervision
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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking passionate, skilled, and experienced professionals to join a major program and construction management team supporting a Department of War customer in successfully delivering a significant construction program in the National Capital Region (Washington, DC).


In our anticipated role, Parsons will provide Owner’s Agent Construction Management Services (CMa), including Program Management, Construction Management, Risk Management, Scheduling, Cost Estimating, Progress Reporting, Construction Quality Assurance, Safety, and other supporting services to achieve program success.


The Construction Manager provides on-site construction management, technical oversight, and coordination of federal construction, renovation, and infrastructure improvement projects. Serving as part of the Government's Owner's Representative team, this position monitors contractor performance, construction progress, quality, safety, schedule, and contract compliance to support successful project delivery. Working closely with Government stakeholders, project managers, engineers, and construction contractors, the Construction Manager identifies construction challenges, recommends corrective actions, and supports the timely and cost-effective execution of assigned projects.


What You'll Be Doing:


  • Provide day-to-day construction management and field oversight for assigned federal construction, renovation, and infrastructure improvement projects. 
  • Monitor contractor performance, construction activities, schedules, quality, safety, and compliance with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements. 
  • Coordinate with Government representatives, project managers, engineers, quality assurance personnel, and construction contractors to facilitate project execution. 
  • Conduct site visits, construction progress reviews, and field assessments to identify potential issues, risks, and corrective actions. 
  • Review construction schedules, daily reports, Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and other project documentation to monitor progress and identify potential impacts. 
  • Support the evaluation of contract modifications, change orders, and Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs), including associated cost and schedule impacts. 
  • Assist in developing scopes of work, technical assessments, and recommendations to support Government contract administration and decision-making. 
  • Monitor construction progress, work-in-place, project milestones, and key performance indicators; prepare accurate status reports and briefings. 
  • Coordinate construction activities to minimize disruptions to ongoing facility operations and ensure compliance with applicable safety and security requirements. 
  • Support inspections, testing, commissioning, punch-list resolution, and project closeout activities. 
  • Identify construction deficiencies, schedule delays, and potential cost overruns; recommend mitigation strategies and corrective actions. 
  • Promote consistent application of construction management processes, quality standards, and safety practices across assigned projects. 

What Required Skills You'll Bring:


  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field. The degree requirement may be waived for candidates possessing at least 8+ years of related experience. 
  • Minimum of 5 years of professional related experience in construction management, construction oversight, or engineering and construction project delivery. 
  • Must possess at least one of the following: 
    • Certified Construction Manager (CCM) 
    • Project Management Professional (PMP) 
    • PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP) 
    • Professional Engineer (PE) 
    • Registered Architect (RA) 
    • Minimum of 10 years of construction management experience 
  • Demonstrated experience overseeing construction activities, contractor performance, quality assurance, safety, and schedule compliance. 
  • Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, contract administration, construction drawings, specifications, and applicable building codes. 
  • Experience reviewing contractor schedules, RFIs, submittals, contract modifications, and construction progress documentation. 
  • Familiarity with Primavera P6, construction estimating software, and project management information systems. 
  • Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and technical writing skills. 
  • Ability to coordinate effectively with Government stakeholders, contractors, and multidisciplinary construction management teams. 
  • Knowledge of construction safety requirements, including EM 385-1-1 and OSHA standards. 
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and able to satisfy applicable federal background investigation requirements. 


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:


  • Experience supporting Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), or similar federal construction and facilities programs. 
  • Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. 
  • USACE/NAVFAC Construction Quality Management (CQM) certification. 
  • Experience supporting Military Construction (MILCON), large-scale federal construction, renovation, or infrastructure modernization programs. 
  • Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), and applicable federal construction standards. 
  • Experience with Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, and other federal construction delivery methods. 
  • Experience managing construction activities within secure, occupied, or mission-critical Government installations. 
  • Familiarity with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, USACE RMS, NAVFAC eCMS, Kahua, Procore, or comparable construction management systems. 
  • Experience supporting construction claims evaluations, change management, and contract negotiations. 
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification or equivalent construction safety training. 
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary Owner's Representative or Construction Management Agent (CMa) teams. 

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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