Construction Manager

Guidehouse; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certifications support

Mobility Stipend

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Guidehouse seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager in Huntsville to lead projects from planning through closeout. You will coordinate with contractors, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure work is on schedule, within budget, and compliant with contract requirements.

A TS clearance is required and prior DoD/aviation experience is highly valued. The role emphasizes safety, risk management, and effective communication across multiple teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture or related field; 4+ years may substitute for degree.
• 7+ years of construction project management experience including planning, scheduling, field oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects from planning through closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams for project execution.
• Oversee site activities, monitor progress, resolve issues, and address risks and field changes.
• Review plans, schedules, and submittals for contract and quality compliance.
• Track performance, maintain documentation, and provide regular status updates to leadership.
• Support procurement, scheduling, inspections, and contractor management throughout the lifecycle.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Mgmt

Scheduling

Risk Mgmt

Communication

Construction Knowledge

Drawing Interpretation

Team Coordination

Procurement

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Earned Value

Scheduling Tools

Job description

Job Family:

Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret (TS)

What You Will Do:

• Lead and manage construction projects from planning through closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project requirements.

• Coordinate with project stakeholders, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams to support successful project execution.

• Oversee site activities, monitor progress, resolve issues, and proactively address risks, changes, and field conditions.

• Review construction plans, specifications, schedules, and submittals to ensure compliance with contract requirements and quality standards.

• Track project performance, maintain documentation, and provide regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders.

• Support procurement, scheduling, inspections, and contractor management activities throughout the project lifecycle.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED “TOP SECRET” Federal or DoD security clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field; FOUR (4) or more years of additional relevant experience may be used in lieu of degree.

• SEVEN (7) or more years of experience managing construction projects, including planning, scheduling, coordination, and field oversight.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Proficiency with standard business and project management tools.

• Knowledge of construction methods, project controls, budgeting, quality assurance, and safety practices.

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

• Experience managing contractors and coordinating work in a fast‑paced environment.

• Experience supporting government, military, or aviation‑related construction projects.

• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, PE, or related construction/project management credentials.

• Experience with design‑build, renovation, or capital improvement projects.

• Knowledge of federal, state, or local construction regulations and compliance requirements.

• Familiarity with scheduling and project controls software.

• Prior experience working in a supervisory or mentor role.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Basic Life & Supplemental Life

• Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Student Loan PayDown

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

• Skills Development & Certifications

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Emergency Back‑Up Childcare Program

• Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1‑571‑633‑1711 or via email at [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or [e-mail]. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.

If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact [e-mail]. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.