Senior Construction Manager

Gannett Fleming; Milford Mill (MD); On-site; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to join our Construction Services Team in Fairfax. Relocation is offered for this multi‑year project.

We oversee all construction phases to ensure projects are on schedule, within budget, and meet safety and quality standards. The role requires extensive CM experience, a PE license, and strong leadership across teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years in project/ construction management of large projects.
• Experience in Wastewater Treatment Plant CM or construction.
• PE license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre‑bid services such as review of bid documents, constructability reviews, and cost estimates.
• Assistance during the bidding phase.
• Process shop drawings and other contractor deliverables.
• Assist in construction change management and prepare change orders.
• Resident engineering and inspection services.
• Construction schedule review and analysis.
• Quality assurance and material testing.
• Maintain project files and assist with VE studies.
• Support Envision process and project closeout.

Skills

Construction management

Wastewater treatment CM

Leadership

Education

PE license

Tools

CCM

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to join our Construction Services Team in Fairfax! (Relocation is offered as this is a multi-year project)

At GFT, we are not just engineering the future; we are meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Provide pre‑bid services such as review of bid documents, constructability reviews, and cost estimates.
• Assistance during the bidding phase.
• Process shop drawings and other contractor deliverables.
• Assist in construction change management to include negotiations and preparation of change orders.
• Resident engineering and inspection services.
• Construction schedule review and analysis.
• Quality assurance.
• Material testing.
• Maintain project files.
• Participate in value engineering studies and support with Envision process.
• Claims avoidance, analysis and resolution.
• Utility services coordination during construction.
• Manage/coordinate the impact of construction on plant operations.
• Commissioning services to include SCADA services, startup.
• Project closeout and post‑construction services.
• Other services related to the completion of construction and operation of the facility.
• Other professional services as requested by the County.
• Construction management field office support—office rental and maintenance.
• Assist with alternative delivery methods.
• Support County safety personnel to ensure safety compliance by implementing and monitoring health, safety, and environmental plans, conducting site safety audits, and coordinating with contractors to mitigate hazards.
• Permitting support and coordination.

Education and Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• Minimum of 20 years of demonstrated experience in project management, construction management, business, or related field managing large projects.
• Experience in Wastewater Treatment Plant CM or construction.
• PE mandatory.

What we prefer you bring:

• CCM preferred.
• Program management experience preferred.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $225,000 - $260,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships— that’s why we are the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we are building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Location: Fairfax

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full‑Time