Construction Manager

SIRIS is a CVE-verified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in construction management, project management, and commissioning services for federal, healthcare, and institutional clients nationwide. We partner with organizations delivering mission-critical infrastructure where safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance are essential. Our teams bring technical expertise, disciplined execution, and collaborative leadership to every project. At SIRIS, we believe strong teams are built on accountability, humility, and the courage to lead when challenges arise.

About the role

The Construction Manager will report to the Program Manager and collaborate with and assist VA client staff by providing data, generating reports, and serving as a representative for the client on major construction projects supporting a healthcare modernization project in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (onsite).

Who will succeed in this role

This role is best suited for professionals who:

• Are experienced construction professionals with Owner’s Representative experience who understand how to protect the owner’s interests while maintaining productive relationships with contractors and project teams.
• Have federal construction experience, preferably with exposure to healthcare, renovation, or infrastructure modernization projects.
• Are highly organized and detail-oriented professionals who can identify issues early, take ownership of resolutions, and effectively manage multiple project priorities.
• Are strong communicators comfortable working directly with owners, contractors, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Can confidently evaluate cost, schedule, quality, and construction risk and communicate potential impacts to project leadership.
• Bring strong knowledge of construction practices and can work independently in the field while maintaining a high standard of documentation and accountability.
• Are proficient with Microsoft Office and construction scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities, including field inspections, construction observation, schedule monitoring, quality control, safety compliance, and deficiency resolution.
• Manage construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, testing and inspections, and project documentation.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documents to ensure work is progressing in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitor project schedule and cost performance, including budget tracking, cost estimating, change evaluation, and identification of potential project impacts.
• Coordinate commissioning activities and support successful project closeout, including as-built documentation and final completion requirements.
• Support renovation and healthcare infrastructure modernization projects, coordinating complex construction activities while maintaining project continuity and minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with project stakeholders and provide accurate reporting on project progress, risks, costs, schedule, quality, and outstanding issues.
• Ensure patient safety, implement infection control measures, coordinate utility shutdowns, manage noise and dust control, and develop phasing plans to maintain uninterrupted hospital services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or Architecture from an accredited University.
• Minimum of six (6) years of professional experience working as an Architect, Engineer, or Construction Manager, with demonstrated experience in their respective field.
• Education may be substituted with fifteen (15) years of directly related construction management experience.
• OSHA 30 certification (required).
• CCM, PMP, PE, or equivalent construction management credentials (preferred).
• Experience supporting regulated environments (federal, healthcare, or institutional) is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with construction practices, quality assurance, scheduling, cost management, and change management.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in administrative, financial, and compliance matters.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills.
• Full-time onsite work at an active construction site and office environment.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment.
• Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of background checks and compliance with federal and VA suitability requirements.
• Must adhere to all site safety, security, and confidentiality policies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (99% of individual base plan paid by company; 50% for dependents).
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Annual bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance.

Pay

$95,000 - $115,000 USD per year (Philadelphia, PA).