Construction Manager

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SABG is seeking a Construction Manager to support engineering for the 50 CES at Schriever Space Force Base, CO. The role requires managing full lifecycle construction projects from design coordination through field surveying and closeout.

You will prepare project requirements, schedules, and independent cost estimates, while ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and quality requirements. Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Project, and ACES is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Degree in construction management or construction technology with 5+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, techniques, and cost estimating for facilities, pavements, and utilities.
• Familiarity with codes, regulations, contracting practices, and negotiation techniques.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MS Project, and ACES.
• Understanding health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in codes and standards.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, and submittals to meet standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert for full lifecycle of awarded construction projects from design coordination through construction management, field surveying, and closeout.
• Develop complete project requirement packages including functional/technical needs, schedule milestones, and independent cost estimates.
• Manage construction operations on large, multi-discipline projects ensuring compliance with plans, specs and quality requirements.
• Review and approve or disapprove technical submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings per contract.
• Investigate complex contract change orders and support cost negotiations within authority.
• Use engineering software to prepare calculations, drawings, estimates and maintain project files.
• Conduct weekly progress meetings with contractors and stakeholders during active construction.
• Review contractor progress reports and payment requests on a bi-weekly basis.
• Prepare contract modifications as needed and ensure proper approvals.
• Review final as-built drawings during closeout weekly.

Skills

Autodesk AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

ACES

Construction management

Cost estimating

Field surveying

Contract negotiation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or construction technology

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

ACES

Job description

• Base Pay $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Pending Contract Award
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt

SABG is hiring a Construction Manager to support Engineering Support Services for the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron (50 CES) at Schriever Space Force Base (SSFB), Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Travel:

Minimal to none. This position is performed on-site at Schriever Space Force Base.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

JOB TITLE:

Construction Manager

CLEARANCE:

Capable of passing National Agency Check w/ Inquiries (NACI)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Serve as the technical expert for the full lifecycle of awarded construction projects, from design coordination through construction management, field surveying, and final project closeout.
• Develop complete project requirement packages by identifying functional and technical needs, defining schedule requirements and milestones, and preparing independent Government cost estimates from broad project goals.
• Perform management and surveillance of construction operations on large, complex, multi-discipline projects to verify compliance with approved plans, specifications, and quality requirements, including interpreting design documents in the field and evaluating the contractor's quality control systems.
• Independently review and analyze technical submittals, Requests for Information, material proposals, and shop drawings, recommending approval or disapproval in accordance with contract requirements and applicable standards.
• Investigate the need for complex contract change orders, develop or review associated technical justification, and support negotiation of costs for required modifications within the limits of delegated authority.
• Effectively use engineering and automation software to prepare and manage accurate and concise calculations, specifications, drawings, and estimates, and maintain comprehensive project files including inspection logs, modification and change order documentation, and progress reports.
• Review, approve, or disapprove and return contractor technical submittals, such as shop drawings and material data, weekly.
• Conduct construction progress meetings with contractors and stakeholders weekly during active construction.
• Review and process contractor progress reports and payment requests on a bi-weekly basis.
• Investigate and prepare contract modification proposals as necessary.
• Review final as-built drawing packages at project closeout weekly.

SUPERVISION:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A degree in construction management or construction technology and at least 5 years of extensive construction and/or contract-related experience.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, techniques, and cost estimating as applied to facility, pavement, and utility systems.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local codes and regulations, standard contracting regulations, practices, procedures, and negotiating techniques.
• Proficiency in automated data processing concepts and systems, including Autodesk AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and the Automated Civil Engineer System (ACES).
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, statements of work, and material submittals to ensure they meet functional, performance, and constructability standards.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Skills in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and database (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and the Automated Civil Engineer System (ACES).

COMPETENCIES:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information.
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks if needed; and develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, statements of work, and governmental construction regulations. Ability to write project requirement packages, cost estimates, and progress reports. Ability to effectively present project status and respond to questions from contractors, engineers, and Government personnel.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts, including cost estimating, quantity calculations, and applied algebra and geometry, to construction management situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk active construction sites, stand, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, and to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to inspect work areas, equipment, and materials. The employee is regularly required to write and type to document inspection findings. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to visually detect defects, hazards, and non-conforming conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job duties are performed primarily on active construction sites on a military installation, with additional time in an office environment for documentation and reporting. On construction sites, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, elevated noise levels, dust, and varying outdoor weather conditions, and must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required (e.g., hard hat, safety vest, safety footwear). The noise level on active construction sites is usually moderate to high.

FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS:

SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact our Recruiting team at [e-mail] .

FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES:

If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact our Recruiting team at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Compensation at SABG is determined based on factors such as the role’s requirements, education, certifications, skills, experience, geographic location, and market conditions. Final compensation is based on the specific qualifications and circumstances of each candidate.

SABG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer