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Senior Construction Manager - Federal

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Location
Washington, DC
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Job overview

Jacobs seeks a passionate, client-focused onsite Construction Manager to represent clients on significant building projects in Washington, DC. The role covers design and construction, with a focus on cost, schedule, scope, and quality management. The manager will coordinate stakeholders and technical resources, monitor project performance, manage site-based staff, and help resolve issues and mitigate construction risks.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Building Systems KnowledgeTechnology KnowledgeContract ManagementProject Delivery MethodsTeam Building

Qualifications

10+ Years Project Management ExperienceBachelor's in Engineering, Construction Management, or ArchitectureUS Citizenship

Full job description

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape imaginative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most creative talent, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a passionate and client-focused onsite Construction Manager for engagement on significant projects in the Nation’s Capital.

Specific tasks may include:

  • Client representation during building design and construction centered on cost, schedule, scope, and quality management

  • Facilitating meetings and communication across multiple stakeholders and utilizing the latest project management control systems

  • Assisting in the development scopes and budgets for building projects

  • Evaluating potential Changes in the Work and assisting the client with mitigating construction cost and schedule risks

  • Monitoring schedule performance, approving payment requisitions, and generating executive-level progress reports

  • Assigning and maximizing contributions from technical resources supporting the project

  • Expediting actions and actively engaging in resolution of issues arising during design and construction

  • Managing site-based staff within a fast-paced work environment.

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience as a responsible-in-charge Project Manager in an Engineering or Construction organization required

  • Strong working knowledge of building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, and team building required

  • US Citizenship

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture preferred

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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