Construction Manager - Federal

Consertus; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid life and disability保险

Pet insurance

401(k) with day-one eligibility

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Consertus, a global capital program management firm, is seeking a Construction Manager for a federal project in the New York City metropolitan area. You will supervise program management staff and ensure adherence to quality standards by A/E and construction contractors.

Responsibilities include inspecting daily work, reviewing materials, coordinating tests, and documenting defects. Strong communication and OSHA safety knowledge are essential; ability to pass background checks is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field.
• 8+ years of specialized construction management experience.
• Ability to pass an HSPD-12 background check.
• Experience documenting inspections and maintaining site records.
• Experience leading meetings to resolve issues with clients and management.
• Deep knowledge of construction practices, materials, and installation methods.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications and translate to work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, and perform daily project field inspections.
• Review equipment, materials and workmanship.
• Observe Contractor Quality Control activities.
• Observe Health and Safety plan compliance.
• Observe testing procedures.
• Maintain inspection logs and prepare reports.
• Record defects and omissions; communicate with PM and GSA.
• Provide recommendations to GSA prior to substantial completion.
• Maintain daily logs of corrections and post status reports.

Skills

Construction management

Contract administration

Reading and interpreting drawings

OSHA safety knowledge

Budgeting and cost estimation

Communication and coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

About Us

Consertus is an AI-native global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep industry expertise with advanced digital capabilities to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,400 professionals, we help clients plan, deliver, and optimize complex capital programs across the full project lifecycle.

About Us

Consertus is an AI-native global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep industry expertise with advanced digital capabilities to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,400 professionals, we help clients plan, deliver, and optimize complex capital programs across the full project lifecycle. Our integrated capabilities span advisory, digital solutions, engineering and design, and program delivery, enabling organizations to navigate complexity, mitigate risk, and achieve strategic objectives. We serve a diverse range of industries, including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial real estate, life sciences, and technology. At Consertus, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a collaborative, flexible, and inclusive environment where individuals can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact. Together, we're transforming the way the world is planned, built, and delivered. Learn more about how Consertus is creating lasting value for clients, communities, and our people at www.consertus.com.

About This Role

Consertus is currently looking for a Construction Manager for our Federal group working onsite on a project in the New York City Metropolitan Area. The Construction Manager will be responsible for ensuring work performed by the Program Management staff is following quality standards and that the A/E and construction contractors are following their quality standards.

The Construction Manager will document inspections and submit recommendations to GSA for approval or rejection of work in place. Inspection services include, but are not limited to, adherence to construction documents and contract requirements. Some work on the this project will occur outside typical business hours (8 am to 5 pm).

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule, coordinate, and perform daily project field inspections of all work
• Review equipment, materials and workmanship
• Observe Contractor Quality Control activities
• Observe Health and Safety plan and other Contractor provided plan compliance
• Observe Testing procedures
• Maintain inspection logs
• Prepare progress and final inspection reports for each inspection
• Record defects and/or omissions
• Report on problems encountered in the performance of the work
• Maintain daily logs on required corrections and post status reportsDocument all qualitative and quantitative differences between construction contract documents and actual work in place
• Defects And Omissions the CMa must:
• Track and maintain an on-going list of observed defects and omissions in the work and issue to the Project Delivery Team and GSA.
• Re-issue the list as there are modifications and additions.
• Provide recommendations to GSA relative to corrective action prior to substantial completion.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 8 or more years specialized experience in the work to be performed under this contract
• Must be able to pass an HSPD-12 Background Check
• Experience in preparing correspondence and maintaining official construction site records
• Experience in conducting meetings to resolve problems on construction projects, and briefing clients and management personnel
• In-depth knowledge of construction practices and workmanship, including experience in proper uses of construction materials and installation methods
• In-depth experience in interpreting construction drawings and specifications on construction projects.
• Ability to accurately calculate construction costs and time impacts for changes.
• Experience in making materials take-offs for construction work, pricing the value of needed work, evaluating proposals and bill of materials, negotiating equitable contract adjustments.
• Ability and experience in the inspection of materials, workmanship, and construction and installation of various systems (such as fire alarm systems) within the inspector's area of expertise.
• Knowledge of safety practices in the construction industry including a background of familiarity with OSHA safety requirements on construction projects.

What’s In It For You

• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
• 401(k) with day‑one eligibility. You’ll get a 100% match on the first 3% of your eligible compensation and 50% match on contributions between 3% and 5% of your pay.
• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.