State Office Program Manager (Construction) #5540

US SENATE; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

US Senate in Washington, DC seeks a State Office Program Manager (Construction) to lead complex state office construction projects, coordinate security-related installations, and ensure compliance with federal standards.

The role requires 5–10 years in construction management (HS diploma) or 3–5 years with a Bachelor's, plus strong planning, reporting, and interagency collaboration skills; occasional travel to state offices and liaison with first-responder agencies.

Qualifications

• HS diploma: 5–10 years of experience in construction management, general contracting, security operations, and/or information technology.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher): 3–5 years of experience in construction management, general contracting, security operations, and/or information technology.
• Experience specifying, troubleshooting, and installing electronic locking hardware.
• Knowledge of construction procedures, materials, and equipment used in commercial projects.
• Knowledge of computer hardware, software applications, networks, and peripheral equipment.

Responsibilities

• Occasional travel for state office visits, including independently representing the SAA to State/Local first-responder agencies, other Federal agencies (e.g., USMS, FPS).

Skills

State Office readiness

Electronic locks

Construction management

Security operations

IT knowledge

Project planning

Reporting

Interagency coordination

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CAD (or similar)

Microsoft Suite

Job description

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a State Office Program Manager (Construction). The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 11:59pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Other Duties/ Responsibilities

• Occasional travel for state office visits, includingindependently representing the SAA to State/Local firstresponder agencies, other Federal agencies (e.g., USMS,FPS).

Required Work Experience

• HS diploma: 5–10 years of experience in construction management, general contracting, security operations, and/or information technology.Bachelor’s degree (or higher): 3–5 years of experience in construction management, general contracting, security operations, and/or information technology.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of the State Office Readiness Program’s services and standards.
• Experience specifying, troubleshooting, and installing electronic locking hardware.
• Strong understanding of construction procedures, practices, materials, and equipment used in commercial projects.
• Knowledge of computer hardware, software applications, networks, and peripheral equipment, including network management tools.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate projects, studies, and special assignments effectively.
• Skill in preparing accurate reports, records, and technical documents.
• Strong analytical abilities to resolve complex issues and recommend appropriate actions.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with Senate staff and local, state, and federal law enforcement or security agencies.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats, including preparing documents, reports, and briefings for diverse audiences.
• As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in managing construction projects for individual office suite renovations and configuration changes in both commercial and GSA/federal facilities.
• Proficiency with project management software, databases, CAD (or similar), and Microsoft suite.
• Ability to interpret, create, and update construction documents and blueprints.
• Experience in federal acquisitions and contracting.
• Experience in analyzing and negotiating construction quotes.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects concurrently and meet variable and interdependent deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of building codes and safety standards, including ADA.
• Industry certification such as CCM, LEED AP, PE, RA, and/or NCIDQ.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment with flexibility for remote work.
• Requires extended periods of sitting and computer-based work with significant hand–eye coordination.
• Must be available for sudden recall during emergency events affecting the Senate campus or community.
• May be required to deploy to alternate sites to support Senate contingency operations.