Senior Project Manager - Federal Construction

Ready to lead the team, not just the project? A well-established federal general contractor is hiring a Senior Project Manager to run government and military building projects in the Washington, DC area. You'll lead a project team of project managers and assistant project managers, own the schedule and the budget, and be the steady point of contact for the owner and design team from preconstruction through closeout.

What You'll Do

• Lead, mentor and develop the project managers, assistant project managers and jobsite office staff on your team
• Oversee submittals, RFIs, material deliveries, progress documentation and closeout requirements
• Build, manage and report on the project schedule using Primavera P6
• Track cost, forecast accurately and manage change orders to protect the budget
• Enforce the risk management plan and work through disputes before they slow the job down
• Build strong relationships with government owners, designers, subcontractors and vendors
• Support jobsite safety and help with quantity takeoffs and subcontractor solicitation during estimating

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or a related field with 3+ years of relevant experience, or a non-related degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience managing federal, military or other government construction projects is strongly preferred
• OSHA 10-hour card
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Excel and Word, plus project management and accounting software such as Timberline or Viewpoint
• Working knowledge of Navisworks, Revit and SketchUp, along with contract language and risk management
• A solid grasp of building components, trade sequencing and site layout
• A track record of training and developing the people who report to you

What We Offer

• Estimated pay of $155,000–$205,000 per year, based on experience, plus bonus
• Health and dental insurance, plus company-paid life and long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation and holidays and a 401(k)
• Relocation assistance if needed
• Steady federal work and a clear path for leaders who want to grow

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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