Construction Manager - Veterans Health Administration

About the role

AECOM is seeking experienced Construction Managers to support critical capital improvement and infrastructure projects for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).

These positions offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects that directly support the healthcare environments serving our nation's veterans while working alongside federal stakeholders, design professionals, contractors, and commissioning teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the establishment of temporary field offices and laydown areas at the project site.
• Cook up and manage the submittal review process and monitor contractor compliance with specification requirements.
• Review contractor safety plans and monitor compliance with project safety requirements.
• Maintain and verify as-built documentation and ensure contractor redlines are properly maintained.
• Perform routine field inspections and report deficiencies to the COR.
• Compile inspection reports, defect lists, and corrective action follow-ups.
• Assist with development of courses of action for field issues and construction conflicts.
• Provide troubleshooting support and construction management expertise for resolving field issues.
• Support commissioning activities with the ESCO Commissioning Agent and General Contractor.
• Maintain marked-up sets of drawings and specifications for future as-built preparation.
• Monitor quality control testing and inspection services performed by independent testing laboratories.
• Support review of RFIs, change order proposals, and cost estimates.
• Maintain project financial data, including budgets, obligations, payments, and cost projections.
• Coordinate owner-furnished equipment and operational maintenance documentation.
• Support relocation efforts and project closeout activities.
• Prepare reports with supporting documentation related to claims.
• Participate in meetings or negotiations with contractors regarding disputes.
• Conduct time impact analyses and evaluations of claimed delays.
• Perform risk assessments related to potential claims exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred plus eight years of related experience.
• U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal construction projects strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction scheduling, cost control, and project documentation.
• Experience reviewing submittals, RFIs, change orders, and contractor schedules.
• Ability to perform field inspections and produce detailed reports.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training (within 60 days of Notice to Proceed).
• VA Cyber Security Awareness Training (within 3 days of NTP).
• VA Privacy and Information Security Awareness Training (within 3 days of NTP).

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $160,000 per year, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects both locally and globally. AECOM is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can grow and thrive.