Sr. Construction Manager

Akima; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jade Creek Construction, an Akima company, is seeking a Senior Construction Manager to lead high-performance projects for federal clients. This role involves overseeing project delivery, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of federal construction management experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary of $165,000 - $180,000.

Join us to make impactful contributions in supporting the U.S. military and federal agencies while growing your career within a stable and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction management experience, including 8+ on Federal/DoD projects.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple federal construction projects from kickoff to closeout.
• Manage and mentor the PMO team.
• Ensure all work complies with OSHA and federal standards.

Skills

Project Leadership

Team Management

Scope and Cost Control

Technical Compliance

Customer Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Google Drive

Procore

Job description

Jade Creek Construction, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) and wholly owned subsidiary of Akima, LLC, delivers high‑performance construction services to federal customers nationwide. Backed by Akima’s enterprise‑level infrastructure including contracting, HR, finance, legal, bonding, and program controls we provide the strength of a large federal contractor.

We serve a wide portfolio of DoD and Federal Civilian agencies across the Northeastern region, including Hanscom Air Force Base, USACE New England District, GSA Region 1, VA VISN‑1, DHS, and DOJ. Our work is centered on mission‑critical renovations, infrastructure modernization, and design‑build execution performed under IDIQ, MATOC, and rapid‑response contract vehicles—including participation across the Akima enterprise on major program structures such as the C2E $15B IDIQ.

As Senior Construction Manager at Jade Creek Construction, you will play a direct role in advancing our federal customers’ missions across Hanscom AFB and the Northeastern region. With Jade Creek’s federal construction expertise, disciplined project controls, and commitment to mission success, you’ll help deliver infrastructure that supports national defense, research operations, and critical public services.

Location: Northeastern U.S. (Hanscom AFB Region) | Travel: As Required | Clearance: Ability to Obtain.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Delivery
  • Lead multiple concurrent federal construction and renovation projects from kickoff to closeout.
  • Ensure delivery on time, within budget, and in full compliance with contract requirements.
  • Manage complex phasing and outage‑sensitive work in active mission environments.
• Team & Subcontractor Management
  • Manage and mentor the PMO team: Safety Manager, Scheduler, Estimator, Project Specialists, and Site Superintendents.
  • Develop and manage strong working relationships with A&E firms, engineering partners, and trade contractors.
  • Oversee subcontractor performance, change coordination, and field execution.
• Scope, Schedule & Cost Control
  • Produce accurate scopes of work, cost estimates, and resource‑loaded schedules using MS Project or Primavera.
  • Maintain disciplined schedule and cost control; document, track, and report all changes.
  • Maintain short‑term (three‑week look‑ahead) schedules and long‑range Integrated Master Schedules.
• Technical & Compliance Oversight
  • Collaborate with the Designer of Record to ensure scope clarity and technical accuracy.
  • Ensure all work complies with OSHA, EM 385‑1‑1, and base‑specific safety protocols.
  • Oversee quality assurance to meet or exceed federal standards and ensure long‑term facility performance.
• Customer Engagement
  • Serve as the primary interface with Government PMs, CORs, CE personnel, and mission stakeholders.
  • Participate in Kickoff, Partnering, Pre‑Construction, Design Development, and Coordination meetings.
  • Strengthen customer relationships to support follow‑on work and long‑term program success.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or PMP with equivalent federal experience.
• 10+ years of construction management experience, including 8+ years on Federal/DoD projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi‑trade, concurrent task orders in an IDIQ/SATOC/MATOC environment.
• Strong understanding of Federal construction standards, safety requirements, and contract compliance (FAR/DFARS).
• Ability to manage high‑volume communication with Government partners and track multiple active projects.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting multi‑discipline design drawings—especially MEP systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge, Skills & Technical Abilities
  • Knowledge of Federal and State regulatory frameworks: OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ANSI, local codes.
  • Experience with Government project systems such as Procore, RMS, Kahua, Google Drive, and SharePoint.
  • Safety certifications: EM 385‑1‑1 Level 1, OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid.
  • Skilled in hazard identification, compliance oversight, and federal quality assurance processes.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project/Primavera, AutoCAD/Revit, Visio, and estimating tools.
• Job ID: 2026-23897
• Work Type: Hybrid
• Pay Range: $165000 - $180000
• Benefits: Regular – The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full‑time and part‑time employees.

Why Join Jade Creek Construction?

• Mission‑impactful work supporting the Air Force and critical federal agencies.
• A strong, supportive corporate backbone through the Akima enterprise.
• Stability of a billion‑dollar federal contractor.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and advancement potential.
• A culture grounded in trust, accountability, and service to the mission.

Company Description

Jade Creek Construction, an Akima company, is not just another federal construction contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Jade Creek, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Jade Creek provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Jade Creek delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.

As a Jade Creek employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Work Where it Matters

Jade Creek Construction, an Akima company, is not just another federal construction contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Jade Creek, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

Job ID: 23897-en-us