Senior Federal Construction Project Manager

CDM Smith; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a highly skilled federal construction project manager to oversee all phases of large government projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget and schedule. You will coordinate contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel while maintaining safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

As a liaison between the federal client’s construction branch and project stakeholders, you will review documents, lead meetings, track performance, mentor junior staff, and prepare

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Able to pass a federal background check.
• Ability to work in the field which can include long periods of standing, walking or sitting
• Ability to read and interpret construction codes, plans, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with all applicable federal, state and local regulations, statutes, ordinances, rules, and laws.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency and design application knowledge.
• Strong organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Familiar and comfortable to work on computers/tablets/phones.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Good interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and manage all phases of Federal construction projects to ensure successful execution in accordance with project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Oversee and coordinate the activities of contractors, subcontractors, and on-site personnel to maintain quality, safety, and compliance with contractual and technical requirements.
• Act as the primary liaison between the Federal government client’s construction branch, project stakeholders, and contractors, maintaining effective communication and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and evaluate construction documents, including safety plans, QC plans, design drawings, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and technical reports, ensuring alignment with FAR, client-specific design standards, and applicable codes.
• Lead and participate in pre-construction conferences, design and progress meetings, on-site inspections, and project closeout activities, including development and management of punch lists.
• Ensure that all construction activities are executed in accordance with federal safety, environmental, and quality standards, including agency-specific requirements.
• Track project performance metrics, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant project delivery.
• Mentor and train junior staff, fostering technical growth and promoting adherence to company and industry best practices in construction management.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including daily reports, progress updates, and official correspondence for submission to federal agencies.
• Promote and enforce a culture of safety across all project sites, ensuring compliance with OSHA, USACE, and agency-specific safety standards.
• Perform other related responsibilities as assigned to support successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

U.S. citizen

Background check

Field work

Read construction docs

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a highly skilled federal construction project manager to oversee all phases of large government projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget and schedule. You will coordinate contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel while maintaining safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

As a liaison between the federal client’s construction branch and project stakeholders, you will review documents, lead meetings, track performance, mentor junior staff, and prepare