Sr Construction Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCAVA, 1222, Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Golden Triangle, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20036, United States
About the Team
Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) is a division of Cherokee Federal, a network of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for over 60 federal clients, CNSP is dedicated to building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager, Civil Engineer to support the planning, design, and construction execution of a significant renovation project at Joint Base Andrews (JBA). This role focuses on the golf course and clubhouse facilities, providing technical oversight, design review, and construction management support to the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) within the Project Management office.
In this position, you will partner with government project managers to ensure the project complies with Department of Defense (DoD) design standards, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), and Air Force Civil Engineer requirements. You will serve as a technical advisor, coordinating with multiple stakeholders including AFCEC, installation civil engineer staff, design teams, and construction contractors. Your day-to-day will involve bridging the gap between design intent and construction reality, ensuring that military construction (MILCON) and facility sustainment projects are delivered efficiently and safely.
Hiring Process
Candidates must be U.S. citizens and successfully pass a federal background check and drug screen as a condition of employment. Additionally, you must be able to obtain and maintain base access to Joint Base Andrews.
Equal Opportunity
Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are strongly encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants regardless of background. For more information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers.
Work location
Work model: On-site
CAVA, 1222, Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Golden Triangle, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20036, United States
Washington, District of Columbia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform technical reviews and provide advisory assistance for AFCEC design and construction projects
- check_circleCoordinate comments between government stakeholders, design consultants, and installation personnel
- check_circleProvide constructability reviews, cost awareness, and schedule considerations during design development
- check_circleMonitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with contract documents
- check_circleReview contractor submittals, RFIs, change orders, and schedules during project execution
- check_circleSupport commissioning, punch list development, and project closeout activities
- check_circleIdentify and communicate construction risks, schedule issues, and cost impacts to stakeholders
- check_circleAssist government personnel with site inspections, progress meetings, and project documentation
- check_circleReview design submittals across all phases including concept, 35%, 65%, 95%, and final design
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline
- verifiedMinimum 10 years of experience within the last 20 with Air Force or DoD facility and infrastructure military construction project management
- verifiedAbility to obtain and maintain base access to Joint Base Andrews
- verifiedPass federal background check and drug screen
- verifiedProfessional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)
- verifiedFamiliarity with DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and federal design standards
- verifiedExperience with construction management, design review, and contractor oversight
- verifiedAbility to review civil engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Office and Autodesk AutoCAD
Nice to Have
Professional Engineer (PE) license. Experience supporting Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) or installation civil engineer organizations. Experience with golf course infrastructure, stormwater management, drainage systems, irrigation systems, utilities, grading, or landscape development. Experience supporting MILCON or large facility renovation projects. Familiarity with construction schedules, cost estimates, and project controls. Experience in site grading and drainage, stormwater management systems, irrigation systems, utility infrastructure, pavements and parking areas, environmental and erosion control, and golf course infrastructure and landscape development. Experience working with DoD design and construction processes. Knowledge of MILCON or non-MILCON project delivery. Experience supporting government project managers during design and construction phases. Familiarity with UFC, UFGS, and federal acquisition/construction processes.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision insurancecheck_circle401K retirement plan
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Autodesk Autocad, Professional Engineer, Pe License, Milcon, Ufc, Ufgs.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
Frequently asked questions about Sr Construction Manager at Cherokee Federal
What does a Sr Construction Manager at Cherokee Federal do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Sr Construction Manager at Cherokee Federal will perform technical reviews and provide advisory assistance for afcec design and construction projects; coordinate comments between government stakeholders, design consultants, and installation personnel; provide constructability reviews, cost awareness, and schedule considerations during design development; and monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with contract documents.
What are the requirements for this Sr Construction Manager role?expand_more
Cherokee Federal is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline; Minimum 10 years of experience within the last 20 with Air Force or DoD facility and infrastructure military construction project management; Ability to obtain and maintain base access to Joint Base Andrews; Pass federal background check and drug screen; Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred); and Familiarity with DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and federal design standards.
Where is the Sr Construction Manager role at Cherokee Federal located?expand_more
Sr Construction Manager at Cherokee Federal is based in CAVA, 1222, Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Golden Triangle, Ward 2, Washington, District of Columbia, 20036, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Cherokee Federal has listed this Sr Construction Manager role as on-site.
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Sr Construction Manager at Cherokee Federal typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Sr Construction Manager at Cherokee Federal include Microsoft Office; Excel; Word; Powerpoint; Autodesk Autocad; Professional Engineer; Pe License; and Milcon.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
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Sr Construction Manager at Cherokee Federal is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.