Construction Project Manager 1 (CMD)

ISI Professional Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ISI Professional Services is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to provide Owner's Representative construction management for a DoD client in Arlington, VA. The role supports 1–2 ongoing projects valued from $1M to $10M with a focus on schedule, cost, and quality.

The position requires on-site work, strong communication, and the ability to lead within a federal program. Pentagon WHS experience is preferred; U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management with 3+ years construction experience OR 10+ years of relevant construction experience if no relevant degree.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a Public Trust clearance (HSPD-12 fingerprint background check).
• Ability to work fully on-site at Arlington, VA

Responsibilities

• Supports a more senior project manager in the day-to-day management of 1 to 2 ongoing construction projects valued from $1M to $10M each.
• Assists the Government in conducting site evaluations, field surveys, and site visits to determine constructability and code compliance. Develops draft scopes of work, validation of requirements, and participates in pre-bid conferences.
• Supports the Government’s development of technical requirements, scopes of work, cost estimate analysis and schedules for A/E services, to include studies, reports, and drawings review.
• Supports the Government’s tracking of construction progress, submittals, permit applications, organization of files, and invoicing as part of a larger team.
• Schedules and participates in weekly project progress meetings and monthly program progress meetings to evaluate schedule progress, identify departures from the accepted baseline schedule, and evaluate risk to long-term project and program health.
• Has the ability to work independently to track down requirements and data from other project managers or clients in a professional manner with complete and on time submissions.
• The position maintains construction administration data in Excel, web based software and files to be aggregated and used as metrics and briefing tools for senior leadership.
• Works with Project Managers to develop and track progress of project lifecycle milestone schedules and Government activities to insure timely delivery of the Government construction program.
• Regularly prepares and presents project status briefings, develops, and maintains performance matrixes, prepares well-written technical reports. Prepares written and oral reports to Government leadership and program managers.

Skills

On-site work

Project coordination

Documentation

Education

BS in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management

Job description

ISI Professional Services provides mission-critical expertise across a wide range of functional and operational areas. ISI brings over 30 years of experience providing tailored workforce and project management solutions across the U.S. we specialize in Program and Project Management, Construction Management, Real Estate Advisory, Acquisition Management, Logistics, Leadership Development, and more.

At ISI, our people are the heart of our success. We prioritize engagement, professional growth, and a strong culture to succeed together. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we are proud to support Veterans by creating opportunities for them to succeed.

Join ISI and be part of a team making a meaningful impact—delivering excellence and exceeding expectations every step of the way.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. The salary range represents a general guideline as ISI considers several factors when determining compensation to include but not limited to the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and market location of the position.

Position Summary:

ISI is looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager with expertise in the construction industry to provide Owner's Representative construction management services to a Department of Defense (DoD) client. The Construction Project Manager will work to support the Federal client on ongoing construction projects of various sizes and complexity. The Construction Project Manager will provide a wide range of analytical and planning, design, and construction management support services to assist the client. The position will support more senior government project managers and fellow contractor project managers, who will work as part of a larger design/construction program. The ability to lead and work as a team AND work independently are critical. ISI is seeking an individual who will be a clear communicator, takes initiative and embraces project ownership.

Responsibilities:

• Supports a more senior project manager in the day-to-day management of 1 to 2 ongoing construction projects valued from $1M to $10M each.
• Assists the Government in conducting site evaluations, field surveys, and site visits to determine constructability and code compliance. Develops draft scopes of work, validation of requirements, and participates in pre-bid conferences.
• Supports the Government’s development of technical requirements, scopes of work, cost estimate analysis and schedules for A/E services, to include studies, reports, and drawings review.
• Supports the Government’s tracking of construction progress, submittals, permit applications, organization of files, and invoicing as part of a larger team.
• Schedules and participates in weekly project progress meetings and monthly program progress meetings to evaluate schedule progress, identify departures from the accepted baseline schedule, and evaluate risk to long-term project and program health.
• Has the ability to work independently to track down requirements and data from other project managers or clients in a professional manner with complete and on time submissions.
• The position maintains construction administration data in Excel, web based software and files to be aggregated and used as metrics and briefing tools for senior leadership.
• Works with Project Managers to develop and track progress of project lifecycle milestone schedules and Government activities to insure timely delivery of the Government construction program.
• Regularly prepares and presents project status briefings, develops, and maintains performance matrixes, prepares well-written technical reports. Prepares written and oral reports to Government leadership and program managers.

Required Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management with 3+ years of construction experience OR 10+ years of relevant construction experience if no relevant degree.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a Public Trust clearance (HSPD-12 fingerprint background check).
• Ability to work fully on-site at Arlington, VA

Preferred Qualification:

• Pentagon WHS experience is highly sought after.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands required of this position described here are of those that must be met by the selected employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job daily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be required to occasionally move and lift 20-30 pounds.
• Must be able to climb, erect and maintain balance on a 30-40 pound ladder.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per day between buildings.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods
• Must be willing to work in external environments of rain, high heat and significant cold.
• Must be able navigate active construction sites containing uneven ground, debris, and active construction hazards such as sharp objects, electrical hazards, and potential fall hazards.
• Must be able to occasionally go into confined spaces and crawl
• This position is fully onsite in Arlington, VA.
• This job operates in active construction environments and professional office environments.
• The position requires an eight (8)-hour workday performed between 0700 (7AM) and 1700 (5PM), Monday through Friday. employees are expected to arrive between 0700 (7AM) and 0800 (8AM). Employees cannot depart till after 1600 (4PM); limited flexibility in daily start and end times is available based on project demands

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