Construction Manager

bodwe-professional-services-group-companies; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Employment Opportunity practices

Native American hiring preference

Job summary

Bodwé Group Companies is seeking a Construction Manager to support engineering services at Dyess Air Force Base near Abilene, TX. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing and inspecting complex construction projects, ensuring compliance with contracts and specifications.

With a focus on quality assurance, the role demands at least 8 years of experience and a background in managing federal construction projects. Preference will be given to candidates with relevant engineering degrees and certifications.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in construction observation and oversight of complex federal projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications.
• Valid driver's license to navigate Dyess AFB.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection and surveillance on complex construction projects.
• Ensure contractor compliance with approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinate with contractor representatives regarding scheduling and plans.

Skills

Construction observation

Inspection of construction projects

Building Code knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

APMP or PMP certification

Job description

About Bodwé Group Companies

Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors, committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre-development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations. By integrating expertise across architecture, engineering, construction, and facility management, we deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions that drive efficiency and deliver distinctive outcomes.

Disclosure

This position is for a contract in which the Company is pursuing. This position will be available upon successful contract award to the Company. The government has not provided an official start date for this contract, but the current contract expires September. Therefore, we anticipate an expected start date of September 2026.

Position Summary

This position is on-site at Dyess Air Force Base near Abilene, TX.

The Construction Manager position shall support Engineering and Engineering Technician services required to develop, plan, program and execute facilities, sustainment, restoration and modernization (FSRM) projects. This position shall perform all related administrative services required to perform unscheduled work, sustainment work (preventive maintenance), corrective maintenance and enhancement work which are not to be limited to minor repair work, building automation or controls, and material requisitioning. This position will support all related administrative services required to perform assigned work, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) and any correspondence to meet work statement requirements.

Accommodation Requests

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact our HR Director (April Hawkins) at 269-927-0144 or [e-mail].

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Experience performing inspection and surveillance of difficult and complex construction projects.
• Ensures contractor compliance with approved plans and specifications for various construction contracts.
• Experience performing inspection of a major segment of a difficult and complex project such as inspecting the materials, installation, and testing of complex and sophisticated electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic structures and systems.
• Ability to coordinate with contractor representatives concerning work scheduling, interpretation of plans and specifications, selection of work methods, and acceptability of materials and workmanship to ensure compliance with contract requirements. As necessary, may be required to independently make correct determinations when faced with unique and unusual problems.
• Resolves problems or conflicts with contractors involving the interpretation of plans and specifications requirements.
• As deemed necessary, ability to direct the discontinuance of portions of the work project and refers recommendations to higher level personnel for decisions.
• Ability to approve changes to the plans which do not alter basic design or involve additional cost to the government. Investigates and reports on controversial situations which have either led to formal claims or are expected to lead to such claims by the contractor. These may arise from such things as contract changes, labor strikes, or unfavorable weather.
• Coordinates with the contracting officer to correct contract deficiencies, unacceptable material, or work performed to ensure compliance with the contract requirements.
• Recommends approval/disapproval of contractor submittals and progress schedules.
• Monitors and evaluates contract progress schedules noting work progress, delays, or other problems that could interfere with construction.
• Reviews contractor’s cost breakdowns, progress measurement data, reports of material and equipment used, and field inspection and survey reports in order to compute periodic payments.

Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

Required Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

• Must have 8+ years of experience related to construction observation, inspection, and oversight of complex federal construction projects.
• Extensive knowledge of Building Code requirements related to equipment troubleshooting, equipment diagnostics, and equipment evaluation required.
• Must be able to read, understand, and interpret construction documents and technical specifications.
• Proficient technical experience working with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license to utilize a motor vehicle to navigate through Dyess AFB.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

• Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering related field such as building systems maintenance, construction management, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering.
• APMP or PMP certification.

Working Environment

This position primarily operates in a professional office setting with standard office equipment and a quiet, climate-controlled environment. While in the office, there is no regular exposure to loud noise, hazardous materials, or heavy machinery.

This role also requires periodic travel to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions found on job sites. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required during these visits, depending on site conditions.

While on site visits, an individual in this role will be required to work atypical hours at the request of the client or role demands.

Physical Demands

Sitting/Standing

This role requires the ability to be on your feet moving around a construction site for most of the day interacting with contractors, contractor representatives, and inspecting the construction work that is being performed.

Walking

This role requires the ability to move about outside in various geographic and building terrains to access a construction site to provide quality assurance services.

Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling

This role requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and ladder climbing to inspect all aspects of building construction to foundations, crawlspaces, and roofs.

Using Hands/Fingers

This role constantly operates technological office equipment such as laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, and scanners, copiers, and fax machines.

Talking/Hearing

This role requires constant communication with others in the organization to exchange information, review information, and make decisions about information.

Seeing

This role requires the ability to see, view, and distinguish all aspects of construction to ensure quality control.

Carrying/Lifting

This role requires lifting up to 30 lbs to transport technological office equipment, safety equipment, and other needed construction items to and from various workspaces.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Bodwé Group Companies engage in federal contracting. Therefore, we would be thrilled to accept applications or referrals to hire veterans.

Native American Hiring Preference

• First, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens;
• Second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents;
• Third, to other qualified Native Americans;
• Fourth, to all other qualified applicants.

Any determinations as to the applicability of the Pokagon hiring preference are at the discretion of each Company President.

Home Office Connectivity Requirements for Hybrid & Remote Positions

To ensure reliable collaboration, client service, and secure access to company systems, the Company requires minimum connectivity standards to be eligible or remain eligible to work in a hybrid or remote capacity. Employees working remotely must maintain broadband internet service capable of consistently supporting video conferencing, VPN connectivity, and cloud-based applications. Hybrid or remote work eligibility may be reassessed if connectivity standards are not met. This includes:

• Wired broadband service (cable, fiber, or DSL) with at least minimum 100 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload
• Some positions may require minimum 200-300 Mbps download / 25-35 Mbps upload speed.

Cellular hotspot or fixed wireless cellular services (e.g., T-Mobile Home Internet) may not be used as a primary connection. The Company will comply with all local, state, and federal requirements as it relates to the reimbursement of home internet expenses. Eligibility for reimbursement of home internet expenses is defined in a separate policy.