Project Manager - Federal

Absher Construction Company; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical premiums

Generous PTO

401(k) and ESOP

Employee-owned company

Job summary

Absher Construction is seeking a Project Manager to lead federal projects from preconstruction through closeout in the Pacific Northwest. You’ll be responsible for schedule, budget, safety, and compliance while building strong relationships with government agencies, design partners, and subcontractors.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Construction Management or related field, plus proven PM experience on federal projects, including USACE/NAVFAC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience.
• Proven PM experience on commercial or federal construction projects.
• USACE/NAVFAC experience required; understanding of federal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead federal project delivery from preconstruction through closeout.
• Ensure quality, safety, contract compliance, and profitability.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, changes, and documentation.
• Coordinate with government clients, design partners, and subs.
• Mentor project engineers and staff; oversee budgeting and scheduling.
• Navigate USACE/NAVFAC requirements and constructability standards.
• Support preconstruction activities including estimating and procurement.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and subcontractor performance to mitigate risks.

Skills

USACE/NAVFAC experience

Budgeting & scheduling

Contract negotiations

Leadership & mentorship

Communication with government

Safety standards (EM 385-1-1)

Procore proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Bremerton, WA; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; Western WA (Greater Seattle/Tacoma Area)

Celebrating 85 Years of Building With Purpose

At Absher Construction, we’re proud to celebrate over 85 years as one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected general contractors. As a 100% employee-owned company, we believe our people are our greatest asset and we invest in them like it! From fully paid medical premiums for employees, to a generous PTO policy, 401(k) and ESOP retirement benefits, we offer a total rewards package that reflects the pride and ownership we bring to every project.

As a Project Manager at Absher, you’ll take ownership of federal project delivery from preconstruction through closeout. You’ll lead and support your team to ensure quality, safety, contract compliance, and profitability while building trusted relationships with government agencies, design partners, and subcontractors. You may work in collaboration with a Senior Project Manager or Project Executive depending on project scale.

What You’ll Do

• Lead federal project execution to ensure successful delivery, financial performance, contract compliance, and team coordination
• Oversee project startup, scheduling, change management, safety planning, quality control, and closeout
• Manage relationships with government clients, contracting officers, design partners, and subcontractors
• Supervise and mentor project engineers and other project staff
• Review contract documents, drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with federal requirements and constructability standards
• Participate in preconstruction activities including planning, estimating, procurement, and schedule development
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract modifications while maintaining accurate project documentation
• Monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and subcontractor performance to identify and mitigate risks
• Navigate federal construction requirements, including USACE and/or NAVFAC procedures, reporting, documentation, and quality control standards
• Proactively resolve field challenges, coordinate with project stakeholders, and maintain positive government client relationships

Why You’ll Be Successful

You're a confident leader who understands the complexities of federal construction. You know how to navigate government requirements, maintain strong relationships, and keep projects moving while balancing schedule, budget, quality, and compliance.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent field experience
• Proven project management experience in commercial and/or federal construction
• Prior experience managing construction projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and/or Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) required
• Strong understanding of federal contracting procedures, project documentation, and government quality control requirements
• Experience with federal construction safety standards, including EM 385-1-1
• Skilled in project budgeting, scheduling, cost forecasting, change management, and contract negotiations
• Ability to interpret federal contract specifications, drawings, and technical requirements
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills with government representatives, design teams, and trade partners
• Commitment to a safety-first culture and inclusive team environment
• Familiarity with construction management platforms (e.g., Procore) a plus

Note: Absher is a Federal Contractor. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Salary offers are typically made between the entry and midpoint of the range and are based on factors such as experience, education, and internal equity.

Pay Transparency

$120,000 - $150,000 USD

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and references. For positions with access to company financial accounts or credit card programs, a credit history check may also be conducted.

All screening is conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and applicable state and local laws. Candidates will be asked to provide written consent prior to any screening. If results include information that may affect a hiring decision, candidates will have the opportunity to review and respond to the findings before a final decision is made.

Absher Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Background check results are evaluated in context and do not automatically disqualify applicants.

Absher’s Commitment: Our Pledge to EEOC

At Absher, we are committed to building a culture where everyone can thrive. We welcome diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences and we believe our work is stronger because of them. No employee or applicant will face discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in Absher Construction’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.