Onsite Construction Manager

Valiant Construction; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

A construction firm specializing in federal projects is seeking an experienced Onsite Construction Manager for healthcare construction projects in the United States. The ideal candidate should have over five years of construction supervision experience, particularly with federal projects, and be willing to work onsite full-time. Responsibilities include leading field activities, ensuring safety compliance, and collaborating with project teams. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on meaningful projects and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in construction supervision, with three years managing federal projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and sequencing.
• Ability to pass a federal background check and obtain necessary clearances.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in construction supervision, with at least three (3) years managing federal projects under USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, or similar.
• Up-to-date certifications preferred: OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, EM 385‑1‑1.
• Ability to pass a federal background check and obtain necessary clearances/badging for secure government sites.

Responsibilities

• Serve as onsite construction leadership for federal projects.
• Coordinate field activities with subcontractors and site logistics.
• Support safety inspections and compliance documentation.
• Assist in quality oversight and project documentation.
• Proactively identify issues, risks, or constraints and help drive practical, field-oriented solutions
• Support schedule adherence, progress tracking, and documentation
• Assist with the coordination of subcontractors and the sequencing of work; support documentation, daily reporting, and field records as required
• Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager with field oversight and issue resolution
• Assist with implementation and enforcement of project safety plans and EM 385‑1‑1 requirements
• Support safety inspections, hazard identification, and corrective actions
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and compliance documentation as required
• Reinforce VALIANT’s commitment to safe work practices and accountability on site
• Assist with field quality oversight; inspections, documentation, and compliance with Quality Control Plans
• Help ensure work conforms to contract documents, plans, and specifications

Skills

Construction supervision

Field leadership

Safety compliance

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Onsite Construction Manager – Federal Construction (USACE, VA, GSA)

Location: Various Jobsites

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, experience-based; entry level

Overview

VALIANT Construction LLC is seeking an experienced Onsite Traveling Construction Manager to support U.S. Federal Government Healthcare Construction Projects ranging from $10M to $50M. This is a field-based, onsite leadership role responsible for supporting daily project execution, coordination, safety, and compliance on active federal jobsites.

This position is intentionally flexible and may function, in whole or in part, as an Onsite Project Manager, Superintendent support, Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), or Quality Control support depending on project needs. The ideal candidate is a hands-on builder who thrives in the field, understands federal construction environments, and is comfortable stepping in wherever support is needed to ensure safe, high-quality execution.

This is not a remote or desk-only role. Consistent onsite presence is required.

Key Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Project Support

• Serve as onsite construction leadership supporting the daily execution of federal projects
• Coordinate field activities, subcontractors, inspections, and site logistics
• Work collaboratively with Superintendents, Project Managers, Quality Control Managers, and safety staff to support project objectives
• Participate in onsite meetings, reporting, and coordination with Owners, Government Representatives, and internal teams
• Proactively identify issues, risks, or constraints and help drive practical, field-oriented solutions

Project Execution & Operations

• Support schedule adherence, progress tracking, and documentation
• Assist with the coordination of subcontractors and the sequencing of workSupport documentation, daily reporting, and field records as required
• Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager with field oversight and issue resolution

Safety & Compliance

• Assist with the implementation and enforcement of project safety plans and EM 385-1-1 requirements
• Support safety inspections, hazard identification, and corrective actions
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and compliance documentation as required
• Reinforce VALIANT’s commitment to safe work practices and accountability on site

Quality Support

• Assist the Superintendent and Quality Control Manager with field quality oversight
• Support inspections, documentation, and compliance with Quality Control Plans
• Help ensure work conforms to contract documents, plans, and specifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field
• Willingness and ability to travel and work onsite full‑time
• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, and sequencing
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in construction supervision, with at least three (3) years managing federal projects under USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, or similar
• Up‑to‑date certifications preferred: OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, EM 385‑1‑1
• Ability to pass a federal background check and obtain necessary clearances/badging for secure government sites

Why Valiant Construction?

• Complex, meaningful federal projects nationwide
• Strong field leadership and clear expectations
• Opportunity to grow into senior field or project leadership roles
• Culture that values execution, safety, and accountability

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequently required to stand, walk, or sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Continually required to talk/listen
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds