Sr. Construction Manager

Akima; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 114,000 - 128,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) and other benefits

Job summary

Jade Creek Construction, an Akima company, is seeking a highly experienced Program Management Consultant (On-Call) for federal construction projects. The role involves startup, pre-construction planning, proposal support, and early execution activities across CSSG portfolio.

This on-call position provides backfill and stabilization to project managers as workload peaks occur. The consultant will help standardize PM practices, support Procore workflows, and mentor junior PMs, ensuring compliant,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project or program management experience in federal construction.
• Hands-on experience with Procore setup, configuration, workflow development, and training.
• Proficiency in scheduling and risk management for federal construction projects.
• Experience supporting proposal development and pre-construction activities.
• Knowledge of DB and DBB delivery methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Project Startup & Delivery Support: support startup of new federal construction projects and ensure alignment with requirements and CSSG standards.
• Assist with baseline schedule development, subcontractor onboarding, risk assessment, mobilization plans, and project controls setup.
• Develop or refine startup tools, PM playbooks, workflows, and documentation templates.
• Provide stabilization support to project managers during initial execution phases.
• Lead or support Procore configuration, training, and reporting dashboards.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

On-call / flexible

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Procore

Scheduling software

MS Excel

Job description

Program Management Consultant (On‑Call) – Federal Construction

Construction & Security Solutions Group (CSSG)

Overview

Akima’s Construction & Security Solutions Group (CSSG) is seeking an experienced Program Management Consultant (On‑Call) to provide flexible, expert-level support across project startup, pre‑construction planning, proposal development, and early execution activities for federal construction projects.

This consultant will also assist in developing CSSG’s internal project management resources and provide short‑term backfill support for project managers during workload peaks or staffing transitions. This role strengthens organizational readiness and ensures consistent, high‑quality delivery across CSSG’s federal portfolio.

This is an on‑call consulting position activated based on program needs.

Manages the direction of construction projects. Serves as company liaison with client contacts as well as contracted construction resources. Provides administrative direction to on-site construction supervisors. Ensures that all applicable codes, standards, and good construction practices are followed. Manage projects or serve as top on‑site manager for construction project. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. In-depth understanding of the field's concepts and principles. Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions. Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers. Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies. Typically requires BA and 8-10 years.

Responsibilities

• Project Startup & Delivery Support:

• Support the startup of new federal construction projects, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements, customer expectations, and CSSG standards.

• Assist with baseline schedule development, subcontractor onboarding, risk assessment, mobilization plans, and project controls setup.

• Develop or refine startup tools, PM playbooks, workflows, and documentation templates.

• Provide stabilization support to project managers during the initial phases of execution.

• Lead or support the integration and configuration of construction management systems such as Procore, including workflow setup, document management, and reporting dashboards.

• Proposal & Pre‑Construction Planning:

• Support proposal development by contributing to technical narratives, schedules, execution approaches, and staffing strategies.

• Participate in pre‑construction planning activities including constructability reviews, design coordination (DB/DBB), long‑lead procurement planning, and early sequencing.

• Prepare pre‑award and transition-to-execution deliverables to support a smooth handoff from capture to operations.

• Program Management Consulting:

• Enhance and standardize PM best practices, governance processes, and documentation workflows.

• Provide subject‑matter expertise in design interpretation, MEP coordination, scheduling, and federal project controls.

• Improve Procore-based project workflows, including support for project setup, configuration, training, and compliance with CSSG and federal requirements.

• Internal Capability Development:

• Develop and refine PM tools, SOPs, templates, onboarding guides, and training materials tailored to federal construction delivery.

• Mentor junior and mid‑level PMs to strengthen project startup readiness and overall delivery capability.

• Backfill & Workload Relief:

• Serve as a temporary project manager backfill resource to support periods of high activity, staffing gaps, or overlapping mobilizations.

• Maintain project continuity by managing schedules, documentation, subcontractor coordination, and customer communications.

• Support daily operational workflows through Procore, including RFIs, submittals, change events, and reporting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project or program management experience in federal construction, including MEP‑intensive or secure facility environments.

• Demonstrated expertise in project startup, pre‑construction planning, risk management, subcontractor integration, and schedule development.

• Hands‑on experience with Procore setup, configuration, workflow development, and training.

• Experience supporting proposal development and pre‑construction activities.

• Strong understanding of Design‑Build (DB) and Design‑Bid‑Build (DBB) methodologies.

• Proven ability to function independently as an on‑call consultant supporting multiple programs.

• Strong communication, facilitation, and documentation skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Job ID

2026-26233

Work Type

Remote

Pay Range

83 - 93 /hr

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.

Company Description

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.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).