Construction Project Manager

Palmer's Contracting Group (PCG); Warrenton (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer's Contracting Group in Warrenton, VA seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead secure construction projects, focusing on interior renovations compliant with ICD 705 standards. The role requires organizing and coordinating multiple small- to mid-sized projects, including maintenance, facility repairs, and secure space fit-outs.

Candidates should have SCIF construction and NISPOM experience, proficiency with Procore or MS Project, strong leadership and communication skills, and the

Qualifications

• Experience in construction project management, preferably in secure or government facility environments.
• Knowledge of SCIF construction, ICD 705 requirements, and NISPOM standards is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project) is required.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects—from planning and scheduling to execution and close-out—ensuring ICD 705 compliance and customer requirements.
• Coordinate and allocate project resources, including labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Oversee on-site activities and ensure adherence to project specifications, security protocols, and safety regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams, subcontractors, government clients, inspectors, and local jurisdictions.
• Oversee project documentation, submittals, and secure space construction checklists.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to maintain cost-effective project execution.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve issues or delays.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Multitasking

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Job description

Palmer's Contracting Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage secure construction projects, with a focus on interior renovations compliant with ICD 705 standards. This position requires a highly organized and proactive individual who can manage multiple small- to mid-sized projects simultaneously, ranging from maintenance and facility repairs to specialized secure space fit-outs.

Preferred candidates will have experience with secure facility requirements, including SCIF construction and NISPOM compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of construction projects—from planning and scheduling to execution and close-out—ensuring compliance with ICD 705 standards and customer requirements.
• Coordinate and allocate project resources, including labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Oversee on-site activities and ensure adherence to project specifications, security protocols, and safety regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams, subcontractors, government clients, inspectors, and local jurisdictions.
• Oversee project documentation, submittals, and secure space construction checklists.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to maintain cost-effective project execution.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve issues or delays.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in construction project management, preferably in secure or government facility environments.
• Working knowledge of SCIF construction, ICD 705 requirements, and NISPOM standards is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, or similar).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances and pass a background check.

Palmer's Contracting Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage secure construction projects, with a focus on interior renovations compliant with ICD 705 standards. This position requires a highly organized and proactive individual who can manage multiple small- to mid-sized projects simultaneously, ranging from maintenance and facility repairs to specialized secure space fit-outs.

Preferred candidates will have experience with secure facility requirements, including SCIF construction and NISPOM compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of construction projects—from planning and scheduling to execution and close-out—ensuring compliance with ICD 705 standards and customer requirements.
• Coordinate and allocate project resources, including labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Oversee on-site activities and ensure adherence to project specifications, security protocols, and safety regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams, subcontractors, government clients, inspectors, and local jurisdictions.
• Oversee project documentation, submittals, and secure space construction checklists.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to maintain cost-effective project execution.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve issues or delays.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in construction project management, preferably in secure or government facility environments.
• Working knowledge of SCIF construction, ICD 705 requirements, and NISPOM standards is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, or similar).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances and pass a background check.
• US Citizenship required.
  

About Palmer's Contracting Group:

Palmer’s Contracting Group (PCG) specializes in designing, building, and consulting for SCIF and tenant construction throughout the country. We’ve built a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and service that fosters lasting relationships with our clients and within the industry. Our team is passionate about utilizing our 35+ years of industry experience to solve complex security and construction challenges. At PCG, we approach every project as Your Construction Partner of Choice and we build and foster our relationships to be the best in the business.

When you join PCG, you become part of a family that values diversity, creativity, and dedication. Our culture thrives on collaboration, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We foster an environment where curiosity is encouraged, and innovation is celebrated. Here, you’ll work alongside industry veterans and rising stars, learning and growing together as we shape the future of construction.

In 2025, Palmer’s Contracting Group (PCG) was acquired by Adena Corporation, a full-service commercial construction firm with over 500 employees and a strong foundation in self-perform capabilities such as concrete, masonry, steel fabrication, and more. This strategic partnership combines Adena’s large-scale, base-build expertise with PCG’s deep specialization in secure and classified environments, creating a unique turnkey provider for SCIF and secure facility construction. With enhanced capabilities—including in-house steel fabrication for modular and containerized SCIF solutions—the combined team delivers comprehensive, insight-driven solutions to meet the evolving needs of government and defense clients across the country.