What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager- CONTINGENT ON CONTRACT AWARD position at General & Mechanical Services?
Location: Washington DC
Salary: $130-150K
Start date: Contingent on contract award- June 2026
You will lead retrofit and ground-up construction projects from planning through closeout. You will own schedule, cost, and execution. You will manage MEP scope with precision. You will work independently and partner with owners, designers, subcontractors, and federal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
- Lead multiple retrofits and or ground-up construction projects
- Manage full project lifecycle from preconstruction to closeout
- Develop and maintain advanced project schedules
- Control scope, cost, and change management
- Lead MEP coordination and issue resolution
- Review, track, and approve submittals and RFIs
- Implement clear project processes and documentation standards
- Track budgets, forecasts, and cost reports
- Manage subcontractor performance and compliance
- Coordinate inspections, testing, and commissioning
- Ensure job site compliance with federal requirements
- Communicate clearly with owners and team members
- Solve problems quickly with minimal oversight
Minimum qualifications
- 8 or more years of construction project management experience
- Proven experience with retrofit and or ground-up construction
- Direct management of MEP trades and systems
- Advanced scheduling experience using industry tools
- Strong submittal tracking and document control skills
- Demonstrated cost tracking and budget management experience
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Experience working on active federal job sites
- S. work authorization and ability to meet federal site requirements
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred
- Federal construction experience with GSA, DOD, or similar agencies
- Experience on projects over $10M
- Familiarity with secure or occupied facilities
- Proficiency with Procore, P6, or similar platforms
- OSHA 30 certification
- Strong leadership and team collaboration record
Compensation
- Base salary range $130,000 to $150,000
- Performance-based bonus program
- Competitive benefits package
Work environment
- On-site presence at federal job site
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven setting
- High level of accountability and ownership
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General and Mechanical Services, a Crete United Company, is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.