Contract Manager with Security Clearance

The Building People; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People, LLC seeks a Shop Foreman/Site Lead to direct facility maintenance, repair, and skilled-trade operations for the AFRL 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW), including serving as the senior working electrician for the site.

Assign and prioritize Back Shop work orders and projects; meet government Facility Managers; track funds, purchase orders, and expenses; coordinate workload, materials, and subcontractor services with the COR; serve as hands-on senior electrician across

Qualifications

• Experience in DoD facilities management and skilled trades.
• Minimum 10 years supervision or shop foreman experience.
• Master-level electrical work experience including planning and oversight.

Responsibilities

• Assign and prioritize work orders to complete critical tasks on time.
• Meet with government Facility Managers to review status and issues.
• Track funds, place purchase orders, and record expenses.
• Coordinate workload, materials, subcontractors with the COR.

Skills

DoD Facilities Management

Electrical Mastery

Supervisory Experience

Project Coordination

Job description

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies-making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector. The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success. Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Our Market Offerings Include:

• Real Estate & Workplace
• Facilities Management
• Facilities Operations & Maintenance
• Project Management & Engineering
• Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
• Mission Support
• Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
• Technology Solutions

Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.

Position Summary

The Building People, LLC seeks a Shop Foreman/Site Lead to direct facility maintenance, repair, and skilled-trade operations for the AFRL 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW), including serving as the senior working electrician for the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign and prioritize Back Shop work orders and projects so the team completes the most critical tasks on time.
• Meet regularly with government Facility Managers and 711 HPW/OMZ Facilities Staff to review project status and report schedule-affecting issues.
• Track project funds, place purchase orders, and record all associated expenses.
• Resolve service and scheduling issues, and coordinate workload, materials procurement, and subcontractor services with the COR.
• Serve as the site's secondary senior electrician, working hands-on while integrating multiple skilled trades toward project completion

Required Qualifications

• At least 15 years of experience in DoD Facilities Management and skilled trades, preferably with the Air Force.
• At least 10 years of experience as a supervisor or shop foreman.
• At least 15 years of experience performing electrical work at a Master level, including planning, organizing, and executing projects and overseeing subcontracts.

Certifications & Screening

• Ability to obtain a favorable NACI or Tier 1 background investigation and CAC.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license required.
• Valid, unrestricted state driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with WPAFB Pamphlet 32-1001 Facility Manager duties and WPAFB Instruction 32-2001 Fire Prevention Program.
• Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
• Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
• Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement.