Construction Manager (Senior-Level)

Job description The Construction Manager oversees and coordinates construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. They manage all aspects of the construction process, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and supervision of personnel. This position will require deployment to disaster areas. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will require the individual to deploy to a covered disaster are within 48 hours of notification. The deployment areas will cover FEMA regions 3 & 4, Delaware, DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Job Summary: Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resource requirements, and risk management strategies, in collaboration with project stakeholders. Contract Management: Review project contracts, agreements, and specifications to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and quality standards, and negotiate terms and conditions with clients, contractors, and vendors as necessary. Budget and Cost Control: Prepare and manage project budgets, track expenses, monitor costs, and implement cost-saving measures to maximize project profitability and minimize financial risks. Schedule Management: Develop project schedules, critical path analyses, and milestone timelines to sequence activities, allocate resources, and ensure timely completion of project milestones and deliverables. Procurement and Materials Management: Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractor services, including sourcing, bidding, purchasing, and logistics, to support construction activities and maintain project schedules. Construction Supervision: Oversee on-site construction activities, including site preparation, building erection, installation of materials and equipment, quality control inspections, and safety compliance, to ensure work is performed according to specifications, codes, and standards. Subcontractor Coordination: Select, hire, and manage subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers, and oversee their work performance, scheduling, and quality assurance to meet project requirements and contractual obligations. Health and Safety Management: Implement and enforce safety policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel, minimize accidents and injuries, and comply with occupational health and safety standards. Quality Assurance and Control: Establish quality control measures, conduct inspections, and monitor construction activities to ensure adherence to quality standards, specifications, and customer expectations. Stakeholder Communication: Communicate regularly with project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, inspectors, and regulatory authorities, to provide progress updates, address issues, and resolve conflicts in a timely and professional manner. Requirements Supervisory Responsibility: No Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of construction methods, techniques, materials, and equipment, as well as relevant building codes, regulations, and industry standards. Excellent project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously to meet project objectives and deadlines. Leadership and team management abilities, with the capacity to motivate, coach, and supervise construction teams, subcontractors, and vendors to achieve project goals and deliver high-quality results. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders, negotiate contracts, resolve conflicts, and build collaborative relationships. Proficiency in construction management software, project scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project), and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of health and safety regulations, risk management practices, and environmental compliance requirements in the construction industry. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to anticipate issues, develop solutions, and mitigate project risks proactively. Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Willingness to travel and work in disaster-affected areas for extended periods, often in challenging conditions. Live within driving distance of a metropolitan airport. Additional Skills (Preferred): Experience with sustainable construction practices, green building certifications (e.g., LEED), and energy-efficient design principles. Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and construction technology tools for project coordination and collaboration. Understanding of construction contracts, legal frameworks, and dispute resolution processes. Knowledge of construction finance, budgeting, and cost estimating techniques. Certification or training in occupational health and safety (e.g., OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification). Experience working on international construction projects or in multicultural environments. Education/Experience: 10 years of experience in a related field (with a Bachelor's degree) or 15 years of experience in a related field. Proven experience as a Construction Manager or similar role, with a track record of successfully managing construction projects of varying size, complexity, and scope. Certification(s): N/A Clearance: Must be able to obtain and sustain a Public Trust clearance. Nice to Have: Completed the following FEMA Courses: IS-1000 Public Assistance Program and Eligibility IS-1001 The Public Assistance Delivery Model Orientation IS-1002 FEMA Grants Portal – Transparency at Every Step IS-1004 The FEMA Site Inspection Process IS-1018 Determination Memorandums and Appeals 7116 - Program Delivery Manager 7117 - Site Inspection