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Construction Design Project Manager

Markon
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/15/2027

Description

Markon is seeking an experienced and motivated engineering professional to serve as a Project Manager Level 3 supporting design-focused initiatives within the Engineering Architecture Division (EAD), part of the Engineering and Construction Division (ECD) at Washington Headquarters Services (WHS). This role is based at the Pentagon and supports a wide portfolio of engineering and infrastructure design projects.

Responsibilities

  • Key Responsibilities:

    • Provide engineering design expertise, including application of governing building codes and use of technical software, in support of:
      • Engineering studies and facilities condition assessments
      • Engineering problem solving
      • Development of cost-effective alternative solutions
      • Preparation of technical specifications
    • Support projects involving:
      • New construction
      • Refurbishment of existing infrastructure
      • Structural repairs
      • Renovation of built-out spaces
      • Energy conservation initiatives
    • Contribute to construction efforts across a wide range of facilities and systems, including:
      • Commercial (office, retail, food handling)
      • Industrial heating and cooling plants
      • Office building systems and controls
      • Horizontal infrastructure (roads, bridges, parking lots)
      • Service-level utilities (power, water, sewer)
      • Building distribution systems, environmental systems, and hydraulic drainage
    • Produce high-quality technical documentation, conceptual renderings, and visual presentations to support leadership decision-making and Request for Proposal (RFP) development
    • Review and provide comments on documents, plans, and specifications prepared by the Designer of Record (DOR)
    • Perform work both on-site in an office setting (technical documentation) and in the field (evaluation of existing infrastructure conditions)
    • Work independently with minimal supervision while engaging with project stakeholders and collaborating effectively within a diverse team environment

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • US citizen with the ability to maintain a Public Trust Clearance
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in an Engineering discipline, Electrical, Structural, Mechanical, Transportation, or Hydraulic Engineering
  • Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in engineering/construction
  • Experience using Microsoft Office and Outlook
  • Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills
  • Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver effective customer and client service

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Design experience supporting engineering or construction projects
  • Prior experience working within the Pentagon
  • Professional registration (EIT or Professional Engineer)
  • Proficiency with engineering and design tools, including:
    • CAD and BIM software (e.g., Autodesk BIM 360, Revit)
    • SpecsIntact, GIS, visual rendering tools, and Adobe Photoshop
  • Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies
  • Knowledge of DoD standards, including Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)
  • Experience supporting Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF)

Salary Range

USD $110,000.00 - USD $120,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

Salary : $110,000 - $120,000

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