Construction Manager in McLean

Energy Jobline ZR; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FCI is seeking a Construction Manager to lead the technical execution of projects—from buyout through closeout. You’ll own subcontractor management, drawing review, field coordination, cost control, and quality of the finished work.

This growth role offers advancement into senior leadership as the company expands, with a focus on federal projects and strong cost control to protect margins.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of federal construction management.
• Experience leading commercial and federal projects $1M–$10M.
• Strong drawing and specification reading; safety and quality focused.

Responsibilities

• Hold subcontractors accountable to scope, schedule, quality, and safety.
• Review and approve subcontractor pay applications.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Lead constructability review during preconstruction.
• Coordinate trade sequencing, site logistics, and phasing.
• Walk sites regularly, resolve issues in real time, and keep projects moving.
• Own project cost from buyout through closeout.
• Track committed costs, projected final costs, and margin.
• Manage change order pricing and scope control to protect margin.
• Enforce OSHA/EM385 safety standards; coordinate with QC.

Skills

Subcontractor management

Reading drawings

Cost control

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Engineering or construction management degree

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe're looking for a Construction Manager to lead the technical execution of our projects — from buyout through closeout. You'll own subcontractor management, drawing review, field coordination, cost control, and quality of the finished work.

This is a growth role. FCI is growing, and the right Construction Manager will grow with us — into Senior Construction Manager, Director of Construction, and beyond as the company expands.

Primary Responsibilities:

Subcontractor Management

• Hold subcontractors accountable to scope, schedule, quality, and safety
• Resolve field conflicts, scope gaps, and coordination issues between trades
• Review and approve subcontractor pay applications based on work in place

Project Execution

• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Lead constructability review during preconstruction — catch scope gaps before they hit the field
• Coordinate trade sequencing, site logistics, and phasing with the General Superintendent
• Walk sites regularly, resolve issues in real time, and keep projects moving
• Work closely with FCI's Project Management Team

Estimation, Cost & Schedule

• Own project cost from buyout through closeout
• Track committed costs, projected final costs, and margin
• Manage change order pricing and scope control to protect margin
• Build realistic schedules and drive recovery plans when projects slip

Quality, Safety & Closeout

• Enforce FCI's safety program and applicable OSHA/EM385 standards
• Coordinate with our Quality Control Managers on QC standards and testing
• Lead punch list resolution, closeout documentation, and final turnover

What We're Looking For:

Required:

• Minimum 5 years of federal construction management
• Experience running commercial AND federal projects in the $1M – $10M range
• Strong drawing and specification reading (architectural, structural, MEP)
• Subcontractor management experience — buyout, coordination, accountability
• Comfort with cost tracking, change orders, and margin discipline
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to grow — take on more responsibility, learn federal construction, and step into leadership

• Federal construction experience (USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, or agency direct)
• OSHA 30, EM385, or CSSHO certification
• Construction software fluency
• Growing subcontractor network in the DC / NCR market
• Engineering or construction management degree

Why FCI

• Growing federal contractor
• Opportunity to grow into senior leadership as the company expands
• Veteran-owned business committed to mission and team