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CDM Smith
Construction Manager (Flex Staff)
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What they do
A Construction Manager manages construction projects from project planning through completion. Manages project budget and schedule; works closely with architects, engineers, trades workers, and clients; supervises construction on site and manages subcontractors; coordinates permits and regulatory compliance as needed for projects.
$136,619 / year median in Maine
+11% projected growth
Job Description
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Job Description Job Duties:
- Plan, direct, and manage all phases of Federal construction projects to ensure successful execution in accordance with project scope, budget, and schedule.
- Oversee and coordinate the activities of contractors, subcontractors, and on-site personnel to maintain quality, safety, and compliance with contractual and technical requirements.
- Act as the primary liaison between the Federal government client's construction branch, project stakeholders, and contractors, maintaining effective communication and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
- Review and evaluate construction documents, including safety plans, QC plans, design drawings, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and technical reports, ensuring alignment with Federal Acquisition Regulations ( FAR ), client-specific design standards, and applicable codes.
- Lead and participate in pre-construction conferences, design and progress meetings, on-site inspections, and project closeout activities, including development and management of punch lists.
- Ensure that all construction activities are executed in accordance with federal safety, environmental, and quality standards, including agency-specific requirements.
- Track project performance metrics, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant project delivery.
- Mentor and train junior staff, fostering technical growth and promoting adherence to company and industry best practices in construction management.
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including daily reports, progress updates, and official correspondence for submission to federal agencies.
- Promote and enforce a culture of safety across all project sites, ensuring compliance with
OSHA , USACE
, and agency-specific safety standards.- Perform other related responsibilities as assigned to support successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Perform other duties as assigned?
- This is a pipeline requisition for future project hires. \#LI-LP2 Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree.
- 8 years of relevant experience.
- Experience with large Federal construction projects.
- Certified Construction Manager ( CCM ), Project Management Professional ( PMP ), PMI Construction Professional ( PMI
- CP), or similar certification. Skills & Abilities
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Able to pass a federal background check.
- Ability to work in the field which can include long periods of standing, walking or sitting
- Ability to read and interpret construction?codes, plans, specifications, and inspection requirements.??
- Knowledge of and ability to?comply with?all applicable federal,?state?and local regulations, statutes, ordinances, rules, and laws.??
- Demonstrates?technical?proficiency?and design application knowledge.??
- Strong?organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.??
- Excellent?attention to detail.??
- Familiar and comfortable to work on computers/tablets/phones.??
- Strong writing?and oral communication skills.??
- Ability to work with multiple stakeholders.??
- Good interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.