Construction Project Manager

Actalent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Paid time off (PTO)

7 holidays

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead large-scale federal projects from award through closeout in the Denver area. You will own schedule, budget, contracts, client relationships, and P&L with a focus on projects valued at $10M+.

Preference for USACE experience and regulated environments. This Denver-based role involves monthly travel, office-based project management, and site visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years as a Construction Project Manager with federal project experience.
• Experience budgeting, forecasting, GMPs, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead federal construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage budgets, schedules, GMPs, and profitability.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, and subs; oversee compliance and risk.

Skills

Federal construction

USACE experience

Primavera P6 scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Job description

• Federal construction project experience
• USACE project experience
• Primavera P6 scheduling experience

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead large-scale federal construction projects from award through closeout. This role carries full ownership of project execution, including schedule, budget, contracts, client relationships, compliance requirements, and overall profit and loss performance. The ideal candidate has a proven track record managing complex projects valued at $10M+, strong leadership skills, and the ability to effectively coordinate with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal project teams. Federal construction experience is highly preferred, particularly with USACE projects. One opening may also be considered for candidates with experience managing highly regulated construction projects such as DoD, SCIF, mission-critical, healthcare, or other secure environments. This position offers the opportunity to join an established and highly respected Colorado-based general contractor with a dedicated federal construction division and a strong pipeline of repeat-client work.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Flexible office location within Colorado, including: Colorado Springs (preferred), Centennial, or Fort Collins
• Travel required approximately once a month for about 3 days at a time
• Primarily office-based project management role with regular jobsite visits

Why You Should Be Interested

• Employee-owned company
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including an annual bonus program
• Vehicle allowance of $775/month ($9,300 annually)
• 3 weeks of PTO to start, 7 paid holidays, and standard sick leave
• Join an established Colorado general contractor with a long-standing reputation for excellence
• Strong portfolio of repeat federal clients and long-term project opportunities
• Well-supported project teams with strong staffing and resources
• Accessible leadership team that remains engaged in project success
• Investment in technology, systems, and operational support
• Collaborative environment built on integrity, teamwork, and lasting client relationships
• Known for employee retention and career stability

Responsibilities

• Manage federal construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout
• Maintain full responsibility for project budgets, schedules, contracts, and profitability
• Develop and manage Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) packages
• Lead subcontractor buyout, negotiations, procurement, and contract administration
• Evaluate, price, negotiate, and execute change orders
• Monitor project costs, forecasting, cash flow, and financial performance
• Prepare and manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors
• Oversee project documentation, compliance requirements, and risk management activities
• Ensure adherence to federal project standards, regulations, and reporting requirements
• Partner with field teams to drive schedule performance, quality, and safety initiatives
• Lead project closeout activities and successful turnover to clients
• Mentor and provide leadership to project team members

Qualifications

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Construction Project Manager
• Proven experience managing at least 3 construction projects valued at $10M+
• Federal construction project experience
• Experience with budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and profit & loss management
• GMP development and contract administration experience
• Subcontractor buyout, negotiation, and management experience
• Change order management and pricing experience
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills
• Experience coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
• Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Office, and construction management software
• Willingness to travel approximately once per month

Nice to Have

• USACE project experience
• Experience managing DoD, SCIF, healthcare, mission-critical, or other highly regulated projects
• Primavera P6 scheduling experience
• Experience managing projects in the $15M-$20M+ range
• Experience working in design-build and negotiated delivery environments

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Offers a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family, and your way of life. We offer Health, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (H S A), Accident Coverage, Company Sponsored Basic life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Vacation, Sick Leave, and 401K with Company Matching. Paid Time Off (PTO): Starts at 3 weeks of PTO, plus 56 hours of paid sick time. PTO increases by an additional 1 week after a few years of tenure. Holidays: 7 paid company holidays annually. 401(k) Retirement Plan: Generous employer match of 100% on the first 3% contributed, plus 50% on the next 2%. Annual Bonus Program: Bonuses are performancebased and not guaranteed, but the company has consistently paid bonuses every year to date. Bonus amounts are determined by performance reviews and tenure, with Project Managers and Superintendents typically earning the highest bonuses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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