Construction Manager

We Search People; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

We Search People in Bethesda, MD, is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager / Owner’s Representative to oversee a range of commercial construction and property improvement projects across its portfolio.

You will represent the ownership group, coordinate external engineering partners, drive building operations improvements, and work closely with internal teams, contractors and consultants to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Construction Management, Owners Representation or MEP project management.
• Engineering background strongly preferred; equivalent substantial experience with commercial building systems.
• Demonstrated experience leading tenant improvements, capital projects and occupied-building work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction and property improvement projects for the portfolio.
• Represent the ownership group throughout projects including tenant improvements and capital projects.
• Coordinate external engineering partners and focus on improving building operations and asset performance.
• Work with internal teams, contractors and consultants to ensure on-time, in-scope delivery.

Skills

Construction management

Owners representation

MEP project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

We Search People are looking for a Construction Manager / Owners Representative to join our client based in Bethesda, MD.

They are a very well established, award winning Construction Management & Real Estate Investment firm, who are offering a long-term permanent position working within an excellent culture. This role is paying an excellent basic salary in addition to a generous benefits package and bonus.

This position has a very clear progression path over the next few years.

THE COMPANY

Our client are a very well established and respected Construction Management & General Contractor firm who specialize in Commercial & Industrial projects in the DC, VA and MD region.

They have won multiple awards for their exceptional projects delivered and their leadership within the industry.

THE ROLE

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager / Owner’s Representative to oversee a range of construction and property improvement projects across its portfolio.

The successful candidate will represent the ownership group throughout projects including tenant improvements, capital projects, building upgrades and other construction initiatives.

The role will also involve coordinating and overseeing external engineering and technical partners, with a focus on improving building operations, maintenance standards and overall asset performance.

You will work closely with internal teams, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders, ensuring projects are delivered effectively while maintaining clear communication throughout the process.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Construction Management, Owners Representation or MEP project management
• Engineering background strongly preferred; equivalent substantial experience with commercial building systems will be considered.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading commercial tenant improvements, capital projects, major equipment replacements, and occupied-building work from scope through closeout.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial MEP systems and the ability to independently evaluate engineering and contractor recommendations and improve building performance.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a client who are going through an exciting growth period, offering an excellent culture and long-term progression.