Construction Project Manager Level III

ZipRecruiter; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ISI Professional Services is looking for an experienced senior Construction Project Manager to lead Owner's Representative construction management services for a DoD client. The role involves overseeing multiple high-value construction projects, ensuring code compliance, scheduling progress, and supporting senior leadership with project oversight. Ideal candidates will have extensive construction management experience, strong leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 15 years of construction management experience or 25+ years with an ACTIVE general contractor license.
• Ability to pass and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage 2 to 4 ongoing construction projects valued from $5M to $30M each.
• Conduct site evaluations, develop scopes of work, and support technical requirements.
• Prepare and present project status briefings and maintain performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Construction Planning

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

ACTIVE General Contractor/Construction Trades license

Tools

Excel

Web-based project management software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

About ISI Professional Services:

ISI Professional Services is a full-service consulting firm with 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 ensure every team member feels empowered to thrive. 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.

Position Summary:

ISI is seeking an experienced senior Construction Project Manager and leader with expertise in the construction industry to provide Owner's Representative construction management services to a DoD client. The Project Manager will support a DOD client looking to manage $300M+ in ongoing construction projects of various sizes and complexity. The Project Manager will provide a wide range of construction management support services to assist the DOD client. The position will support more senior government project managers and fellow contractor project managers, who will work as part of a larger construction program. The ability to lead and work as a team and independently is critical. ISI is seeking an individual who will be a clear communicator, take initiative, and embrace project ownership. This position may provide direction and mentorship to more junior teammates.

Essential Job Functions

1. Responsible for managing 2 to 4 ongoing construction projects valued from $5M to $30M each.
2. Proactively assists the Government in conducting site evaluations, field surveys, and site visits to determine constructability and code compliance. Develops draft scopes of work and validation requirements and participates in pre-bid conferences.
3. Proactively supports the Government’s development of technical requirements, scopes of work, cost estimate analysis, and schedules for A/E services, including studies, reports, and drawings review.
4. Proactively supports the Government’s tracking of construction progress, submittals, permit applications, file organization, and invoicing as part of a larger team.
5. Independently schedules, leads, and participates in weekly project progress and monthly program progress meetings to evaluate schedule progress, identify departures from the accepted baseline schedule, and assess the risk to long-term project and program health.
6. Works independently to track down requirements and data from other project managers or clients professionally with complete and on-time submissions.
7. Maintains construction administration data in Excel, web-based software, and files to be aggregated and used as metrics and briefing tools for senior leadership.
8. Develops and tracks the progress of project lifecycle milestone schedules and Government activities to ensure timely delivery of the Government construction program. Assesses schedule risk and recommends mitigation strategies.
9. Prepares and presents project status briefings regularly, develops and maintains performance matrixes, and prepares well-written technical reports. Prepares written and oral reports for government leadership and program managers. Regularly briefs senior leadership.

: Pentagon Washington Headquarters Services experience is highly sought after.

Required:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture and fifteen (15) years of construction management experience OR education may be substituted with an ACTIVE General Contractor/Construction Trades license and 25+ years of construction experience
2. Must be a U.S. .
3. Must be able to pass and maintain a Public Trust clearance (HSPD-12 fingerprint background check).

Physical Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Flexibility related to work hours as project demands arise.
• Occasionally required to move 5 – 15 pounds.
• Must remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods.

Work Setting/Environment/Travel Requirements:

• Monday through Friday, Normal business hours 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

To view ISI Professional Services' Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement, please visit: https://www.isiwdc.com/careers/eeo-policy-statement/