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Project Manager

DEFTEC Corporation
Laurel, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 6/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026

PROJECT MANAGER

DEFTEC delivers mission-critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by our clients' critical missions and driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Project Manager serves as a leader of a construction project, responsible for the oversight of all construction efforts at a large project site. Working under limited supervision and general direction, this individual independently applies advanced techniques to complex assignments, demonstrating the knowledge and skill of a fully competent and experienced professional. Through effective coordination and sound decision-making, the Project Manager ensures that all construction activities are carried out efficiently and in alignment with project goals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide oversight of construction-related activities for contracts.
  • Support COR by performing all project management tasks.
  • Provide the day-to-day project management for construction and service projects.
  • Tasks include coordination with customers, schedule review, and design review.
  • Develop solutions to construction problems or existing conditions encountered in the field.
  • Review contractor submittals for contract conformance.
  • Aid the contracting officer or COR throughout the acquisition phases of the project to include answering offerors questions; attending/participating in site orientation visits; attending/participating in joint contractor/government meetings.
  • Draft technical responses to any change orders.
  • Prepare statement of work and cost estimate for new contracts and contract modifications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be a U.S Citizen
  • Has underdone a minimum of a Tier 1 Public Trust 1 background investigation or higher within the last 5 years
  • Will be required to undergo a DHS Suitability assessment
  • Four-year degree in construction management, engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years' project management work experience on commercial or Government construction projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Prefer PMP or other project management certification

DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with HR@deftec.com if you require reasonable accommodations.

DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.

This policy applies to all terms of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

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