Construction Manager

Cherokee Strategic Solutions, LLC (CSS) is seeking a Construction Manager to support the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base. 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.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Other possible benefits as provided

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.