PROJECT MANAGER - FEDERAL CONSTRUCTION

About the role

City Light & Power (CLP) is expanding its Construction Project Management Office (PMO) and seeking a Project Manager to support design‑build federal, municipal, and private‑sector construction projects. The role focuses on mission‑critical federal infrastructure while also delivering projects for local municipalities and private clients, offering commercial construction professionals a path into federal work. CLP is a nationally recognized electric utility infrastructure company with over 45 years of experience delivering high‑reliability power systems for federal and military clients across the U.S. Through an integrated design‑build model, CLP plans, constructs, owns, operates, and maintains complex electrical distribution systems that support critical missions. The Construction PMO is a collaborative, fast‑growing organization working closely with engineering, construction, and operations teams to deliver projects efficiently from design through close‑out, emphasizing strong project controls, disciplined execution, quality oversight, and contractor management. CLP Engineering has been recognized by The Denver Post as one of the Top Workplaces for 2025 and 2026.

Responsibilities

• Leverage understanding of client’s mission, policies, technical procedures, and project delivery processes to plan and execute federal projects.
• Oversee and coordinate subcontractors and site superintendents.
• Collaborate with department managers, project engineers, and discipline leads to develop budgets, schedules, and construction service plans.
• Review design documents for compliance with scope, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Generate and distribute reports covering project progress, risk, and financial performance.
• Travel 20‑30% to project sites to monitor construction activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead project meetings including pre‑award, pre‑construction, project progress, and final close‑out.
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships.
• In coordination with the Site Superintendent, develop and manage site logistics plans and staffing assignments.
• Oversee procurement process, cost control, and change management systems.
• Perform field inspections to verify quality and accuracy of construction.
• Set up QA/QC procedures and conduct quality inspections.
• Uphold core safety values and collaborate with the EH&S Director to communicate and enforce safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
• 5–10 years of experience managing medium‑to‑large commercial construction projects for a general contractor required.
• Federal project experience (USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC) strongly preferred.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, specifications, and proposals; capable of coordinating time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to delegate work appropriately.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or have permanent work authorization.
• Ability to obtain Military Base Access Security Clearance.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Pay

Salary range: $120,000‑$150,000 annual based on experience, plus eligibility to participate in Short Term Incentive Plan. The company reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range based on factors unrelated to sex.

Schedule

Travel required 20‑30% overnight/outside of the primary work location (Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD).