Construction Manager

Cherokee Strategic Solutions, LLC (CSS) is seeking a Construction Manager to support the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base. The Construction Manager provides technical support throughout the construction-project lifecycle, including project requirements development, submittal review, construction surveillance, change management, progress monitoring, closeout, and as-built review.

A Government contract requires that this position be filled by a person with legal United States residency and work authorization status. The selected candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain installation and restricted-area access, including completion of required background checks and training.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range for the Construction Manager: TBD

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Responsibilities Include

• Provide technical construction-management support from project inception through design coordination, construction execution, field surveying, closeout, and final as-built review.
• Develop project requirement packages by identifying functional and technical requirements, defining schedule milestones, and preparing independent Government cost estimates.
• Review and analyze contractor technical submittals, shop drawings, material data, Requests for Information, and material proposals.
• Provide technical recommendations for Government consideration on contractor submittals and other project documentation.
• Conduct construction progress meetings with contractors and stakeholders during active construction.
• Perform construction surveillance and evaluate contractor compliance with approved plans, specifications, schedules, quality requirements, and safety standards.
• Interpret design documents in the field, identify construction problems, and provide technical recommendations to support timely issue resolution.
• Evaluate contractor quality-control systems and performance.
• Review contractor progress reports and payment requests and provide technical recommendations to the Government.
• Investigate proposed contract modifications, develop or review technical justifications, and support modification-cost discussions within delegated authority.
• Review final as-built drawing packages and verify project-closeout documentation.
• Maintain complete project files, including inspection logs, calculations, specifications, estimates, submittals, change documentation, and progress reports.
• Use engineering and automation tools to prepare accurate calculations, specifications, drawings, estimates, and records.
• Prepare monthly project-status information for the required Project Status Report.
  
  

Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities Requested

• Degree in construction management or construction technology.
• At least five years of extensive construction and/or contract-related experience.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, techniques, and cost-estimating practices for facility, pavement, and utility projects.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local codes and regulations; contracting practices; procedures; and negotiation techniques.
• Working knowledge of civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering concepts sufficient to interpret complex plans, specifications, and construction practices.
• Proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Automated Civil Engineer System, and comparable project-management tools.
• Understanding of applicable health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, Statements of Work, shop drawings, and material submittals.
• Ability to maintain complete, accurate, traceable, and auditable project documentation.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and stakeholder-coordination skills.
  
  

Company Information

Cherokee Strategic Solutions, LLC (CSS) provides support, services, and solutions to federal and commercial customers. CSS takes a personalized approach to solving clients’ toughest challenges and helps employees make the most of their skills. CSS is part of Cherokee Federal, a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies. Cherokee Federal is owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses, and 100% of profits support Cherokee Nation citizens through health care, education, and job creation. For more information, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Keywords

• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Technical Submittals
• Change Orders
• Cost Estimating
  
  

Legal Disclaimer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Many Cherokee Federal positions require access to Government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications and meet applicable installation-access requirements.