Lead Federal Construction Project Manager

BLHI; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

BL Harbert International is hiring a Senior Federal Project Manager to lead day-to-day administration and financial execution on complex government construction programs. You will supervise project staff, manage RFIs and submittals, and coordinate with the Owner, design team, and safety officers to ensure compliance with contract requirements.

The role requires a strong background in federal construction, scheduling with P6, documentation control, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Building Science, Engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university, plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant construction experience; OR
• Four-year degree in a non-related field plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience managing federal government construction projects preferred, including work with USACE, NAVFAC, or other federal agencies.
• Experience with large, complex commercial, institutional, military, or government construction projects strongly preferred.
• OSHA 10 Hour required.
• USACE/NAVFAC Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certification preferred.
• Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 requirements preferred.
• Additional federal project, safety, or quality-control certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day administrative and financial execution of assigned federal construction projects.
• Supervise and develop Assistant Project Managers and project administrative staff.
• Manage the project submittal process to ensure compliance with contract specifications and federal agency requirements.
• Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process and coordinate timely resolution with the Owner and design team.
• Coordinate closely with the Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, Site Safety and Health Officer, and other project leadership.
• Support implementation of the project's Quality Control Plan, including Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up phases of control.
• Ensure project documentation complies with applicable federal contract requirements and agency procedures.
• Manage procurement, subcontractor coordination, material deliveries, and long-lead items.
• Develop, maintain, update, and report the project schedule in accordance with contract requirements.
• Manage project cost controls, forecasting, commitments, billings, and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate progress documentation and reporting for both BLHI leadership and the government Owner.
• Manage change orders, modifications, requests for equitable adjustment, and supporting documentation.
• Identify potential contractual issues and ensure timely notice and documentation in accordance with contract requirements.
• Support resolution of disputes, claims, and subcontractor issues.
• Coordinate completion of project closeout requirements, including punch lists, as-built documentation, O&M manuals, warranties, training, and government acceptance.
• Support and reinforce BLHI safety requirements and applicable federal safety requirements, including EM 385-1-1 when required by contract.
• Ensure work is executed in accordance with plans, specifications, contract requirements, quality standards, and project schedule.

Skills

Federal project mgmt

Scheduling (P6)

Contract administration

Budget & cost control

Quality control

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Mgmt/Engineering

Alternate degree + 5 years experience

Tools

Primavera P6

Navisworks

Revit

RMS/QCS

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Job description

BL Harbert International is hiring a Senior Federal Project Manager to lead day-to-day administration and financial execution on complex government construction programs. You will supervise project staff, manage RFIs and submittals, and coordinate with the Owner, design team, and safety officers to ensure compliance with contract requirements.

The role requires a strong background in federal construction, scheduling with P6, documentation control, and risk management.