Space-Defense Construction Manager

Cherokee Federal; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Cherokee Strategic Solutions, LLC (CSS) seeks a Construction Manager to support the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base. You will provide technical management across the project lifecycle, from requirements development to closeout and as-built review.

The role requires experience in construction and cost estimation, familiarity with federal codes, and proficiency with AutoCAD and project-management tools.

Qualifications

• Must have degree in construction management or construction technology.
• Five+ years of construction and/or contract experience in relevant fields.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, methods, and cost-estimating practices for facility, pavement, and utility projects.
• Proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD and project-management tools; ability to interpret complex plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical construction-management support from inception through design, construction, surveillance, and closeout.
• Develop project requirements packages with functional and technical needs, milestones, and independent cost estimates.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, data, RFI, and proposals for conformance with project requirements.
• Lead progress meetings and ensure contractor compliance with plans, schedules, and safety standards.
• Maintain complete project documentation and prepare status reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder coordination

Written & verbal communication

Construction management knowledge

Cost estimation understanding

Education

Degree in construction management or construction technology

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Automated Civil Engineer System

Job description

Cherokee Strategic Solutions, LLC (CSS) seeks a Construction Manager to support the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base. You will provide technical management across the project lifecycle, from requirements development to closeout and as-built review.

The role requires experience in construction and cost estimation, familiarity with federal codes, and proficiency with AutoCAD and project-management tools.