Onsite Construction Manager

Lindahl Reed; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Retirement Plan

Basic life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Professional development

Other benefits

Job summary

Lindahl Reed is seeking an experienced Onsite Construction Manager to support NOAA-led waterfront revitalization in Juneau, Alaska, for the USCGC Storis project. You will oversee day-to-day construction, ensure contractor performance, and maintain compliance with federal standards and UFC criteria.

The role requires deep federal waterfront construction experience, coastal operations knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of construction management on federal or large-scale projects.
• Experience in waterfront, pier, or marine construction.
• Familiarity with FAR/DFARS, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Ability to work in remote coastal environments.
• Proficiency with scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical reports.
• Must obtain and maintain government site access credentials.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time onsite construction management for NOAA-led USCGC Storis project in Juneau.
• Monitor contractor performance against schedules, budgets, and specs.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and change orders and enforce contract requirements.
• Coordinate with NOAA COR and government stakeholders on status and actions.
• Maintain daily reports, photos, and project records.
• Oversee QA/QC plan implementation and safety program adherence.
• Support closeout activities including punch lists and final inspections.

Skills

Construction management

Waterfront / marine construction

FAR/DFARS knowledge

Remote coastal environments

Communication skills

NOAA/USCG experience

PE/PMP/CCM certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Experience: Minimum 10 years of construction management or related experience on federal or waterfront projects

Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred

Date Updated: 07/20/2026

Company Description

Now is the time to join Lindahl Reed, Inc. Lindahl Reed is a scientific, engineering, technical, and research company supporting the nation’s most critical missions in Energy Innovation, National Security,and Environmental Stewardship. At Lindahl Reed, we live our values every day. Integrity, trust, and excellence are the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to pioneering innovative solutions, enabling cutting-edge technologies, and advancing a cleaner, and more resilient and secure world.We are hiring creative, motivated, and talented people with a passion for doing what's right, what's smart, and what works.

Description/Job Summary

Lindahl Reed is seeking an experienced Onsite Construction Manager to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)-led waterfront revitalization project for the homeporting of the icebreaker USCGC Storis in downtown Juneau, Alaska. This position is responsible for the day-to-day oversight, coordination, and administration of waterfront construction activities at a historically and operationally significant federal facility. The Construction Manager will serve as the primary on-ground representative ensuring contractor performance, schedule adherence, quality standards, and regulatory compliance throughout all phases of construction. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in federal waterfront construction, a thorough understanding of construction management practices in coastal environments, and the ability to navigate complex multi-stakeholder federal project environments.

Position Responsibilities

Construction Oversight & Administration

• Provide full-time, onsite construction management oversight for all waterfront construction activities associated with the NOAA-led USCGC Storis project in Juneau, Alaska
• Monitor contractor performance against approved project schedules, budgets, and technical specifications
• Review and evaluate contractor submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), and change order proposals
• Enforce contract requirements and ensure construction activities conform to applicable federal standards, UFC criteria, and design documents
• Coordinate with the NOAA Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and other government stakeholders on project status, issues, and required actions
• Maintain comprehensive daily construction reports, photographic documentation, and project records

Quality Assurance & Safety

• Oversee contractor implementation of the Quality Control (QC) plan and conduct independent quality assurance reviews
• Monitor and enforce Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and site safety requirements
• Coordinate with geotechnical, structural, and specialty inspectors as required
• Document and track non-conformances, deficiencies, and corrective actions to resolution
• Monitor compliance with environmental permit requirements
• Coordinate the inspection work of other Lindahl Reed employees assigned to the project as construction inspectors.

Schedule & Cost Management

• Review and analyze contractor baseline schedules and schedule updates for compliance and reasonableness
• Identify and communicate schedule risks, float consumption, and potential delays to the project team
• Support the evaluation and negotiation of contract modifications and change orders
• Assist with project cost tracking and earned value analysis as required

Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

• Serve as the primary point of contact between the construction contractor, NOAA, USCG, and Lindahl Reed program management
• Prepare and deliver regular written and verbal project status reports, including weekly reports, monthly progress reports, and issue logs
• Facilitate coordination meetings and document action items and decisions
• Support project closeout activities including punch list development, final inspections, and contract closeout documentation

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of construction management experience on federal or comparable large-scale construction projects
• Demonstrated experience in waterfront, pier, or marine construction
• Familiarity with federal construction contracting, including FAR/DFARS requirements, RFI and submittal review processes, and contract modification procedures
• Experience working in remote, coastal, or challenging environmental conditions
• Proficiency with construction scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and construction management platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare clear, concise technical reports and correspondence
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required government site access credentials

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification
• Experience with NOAA, USCG, or other federal agency waterfront or maritime facility construction projects
• Knowledge of Alaska-specific construction practices, permitting requirements, and environmental considerations
• Experience with design-build project delivery

The following benefits are available to benefit-eligible employees (working 30+ hours per week):

• Medical Benefits
• Retirement Plan
• Company paid Basic Life, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Professional and Educational Development
• And other benefits

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate may be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment with Lindahl Reed will be contingent upon the timely and acceptable results of candidate's reference/background check. This 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 credentialing and/or clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

Lindahl Reed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Lindahl Reed complies with pay disclosure requirements for applicable cities and states.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Lindahl Reed's sole discretion.