Strategic Government Construction Project Manager

Uprite Construction Corporation; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Uprite Construction is seeking a Project Manager to lead government construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will direct project planning, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, documentation, and cross-functional coordination to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of PM experience in commercial construction, direct government project management, and the ability to read plans and contract documents.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management in commercial construction.
• Direct experience managing government construction projects.
• Experience with budgets, schedules, contracts, and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of government contract administration, compliance, reporting, and documentation.
• Ability to read plans, specifications, contracts, and scope documents.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead government construction projects from award through closeout.
• Develop budgets, schedules, forecasts, procurement logs, and reporting.
• Manage owner contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with government representatives, architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Lead project meetings and provide updates on schedule, cost, quality, safety, and risk.
• Review plans and contract documents to identify risks and coordination issues.
• Maintain compliance with government contract requirements and procedures.
• Track project costs and maintain financial forecasts.
• Manage subcontractor performance, scope, schedule, and change management.
• Support permitting, inspections, testing, and project closeout.
• Build strong relationships with clients and project partners.
• Mentor Project Engineers and support development of team members.
• Maintain focus on safety, quality, accountability, and client satisfaction.

Skills

PM leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contract admin

Documentation

Communication

Team mentoring

Safety compliance

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Job description

Uprite Construction is seeking a Project Manager to lead government construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. You will direct project planning, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, documentation, and cross-functional coordination to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of PM experience in commercial construction, direct government project management, and the ability to read plans and contract documents.