Federal Construction Project Manager

gpac; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Benefits package

Work-life balance

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Project Manager to lead federal sector construction initiatives. The role demands strong leadership, scheduling expertise, and meticulous financial oversight across project lifecycles.

You will collaborate with a Superintendent and stakeholders to drive schedules, procurement, approvals, and closeout activities, while maintaining compliance and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or Architecture preferred.
• 8+ years' experience managing federal commercial projects.
• Broad knowledge of building systems and construction methods.
• Confident, articulate communication with team members, partners, and clients.
• Strong financial management skills and ability to independently manage a project.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, distribute, and track RFIs.
• Distribute and track construction bulletins, RFPs, or other change documentation.
• Post addenda or other changes to plans and specifications.
• Create and update detailed project schedules with Superintendent.
• Manage closeout activities including punch lists, change orders, contracts, permits, and occupancy details.
• Facilitate project meetings and distribute agendas and notes.
• Manage procurement logs and submittal processes.
• Review shop drawings and samples.
• Schedule, prepare and facilitate meetings.
• Prepare and manage contracts, permits, and approvals.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or Architecture

Job description

One of the Nation's top General Contractors is looking for an exceptional Project Manager to join their federal sector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, distribute, and track RFIs
• Distribute and track construction bulletins, RFPs, or other change documentation
• Post addenda or other changes to plans and specifications
• In collaboration with a Superintendent, create and update detailed project schedules, plus keep project stakeholders informed throughout all construction phases as work progress
• Manage closeout activities, including the distribution and tracking of punch lists, change orders, contracts, permits, and owner-occupancy details
• Facilitate effective project meetings, plus prepare, and distribute agendas and meeting notes
• Proactively manage procurement logs and submittal processes
• Review shop drawings and samples
• Schedule, prepare and facilitate meetings
• Prepare and manage contracts, permits, and approvals

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degrees in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred. Applicants with relevant certifications or equivalent experience will also be considered.
• 8+ years' experience managing federal commercial projects
• Broad knowledge of building systems and construction methods
• Communicating in a confident, articulate, and professional manner with team members, industry partners, and clients
• Demonstrating strong financial management skills and the ability to independently manage all aspects of a project from start to finish.
• Showcasing leadership and the ability to work with a team, as well as independently.

Compensation/Benefits

• Industry-leading compensation and complete benefits package
• Lucrative bonus plan
• Positive company culture and work/life balance
• Retirement Programs
• Per-Diem
• Vehicle Allowance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.