Construction Manager (CM) - EUROPE

E Logic•Washington D.C., DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Construction Manager (CM) to support the Resident Officer in Charge of Construction (ROICC) offices across the NAVFAC Europe, Africa, Central (EURAFCENT) area of responsibility. This critical role involves providing independent construction management, quality assurance, and administrative services for a variety of complex construction projects. The ideal candidate is a degreed professional with extensive experience on Department of Defense (DoD) construction projects, possessing a deep understanding of construction practices, scheduling, cost control, and contract administration. This position requires the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment while representing the Government's interests in dealings with contractors and other stakeholders. This is a non-personal services contract position. The contractor employee reports directly to the Prime Contractor for all human resources, disciplinary, and administrative matters, while receiving work direction and prioritization from Government management.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in engineering, construction management, construction science, or building construction from an accredited university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or Host Nation.
Licensed/Certified Engineers-in-Training (EIT), Registered U.S. Architects, or Registered/Licensed Professional Foreign Engineers or Architects are exempt from the degree requirement.
Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Construction Engineer/Manager, Project Manager, Superintendent, or Contracting Officer's Representative on Department of Defense construction projects (or Host Nation similar programs).
Must be eligible for a Common Access Card (CAC) and pass a Tier 1 background investigation.
Current CQM for Contractors certification (or completion within 90 days).
Completion of the 40-hour EM 385-1-1 Construction Safety Course (or within 90 days).
Proficient in Primavera scheduling software and other construction management software.
Knowledge of cost-loaded schedules, earned value management, and critical path method (CPM) scheduling.
Fluent English (CEFR C1 preferred, minimum B2) to read, write, and speak for reporting and presentations.

Nice To Haves

CEFR C1 English proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

Review, monitor, and recommend responses to the construction contractor's Quality Control Plan and Accident Prevention Plan.
Ensure contractor compliance with all safety requirements.
Administer technical aspects of construction contracts, including preparing cost estimates for modifications, reviewing cost proposals, and preparing non-compliance notices.
Review and monitor project schedules for construction progress, analyze schedule logic, and track milestone completion dates and budget.
Perform in-depth reviews of project plans and specifications for enforceability, biddability, and constructability.
Schedule and conduct post-award kickoff meetings, pre-construction conferences, and regular progress meetings.
Manage the submittal and RFI workflow.
Maintain project files in accordance with NAVFAC standards using the Electronic Construction and Facility Support Contract Management System (eCMS).
Coordinate the project closeout process, including punch list completion, system testing, final acceptance, and contractor evaluation.
Regularly review Quality Assurance reports from Engineering Technicians to ensure comprehensive project oversight.