Senior Construction Manager (Federal/DoD Projects)

SIRIS LLC • Biloxi, MS

3d • $85,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support multiple construction repair projects at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. The selected candidate will serve as the Owner's Representative and Quality Assurance Construction Manager, providing oversight of contractor performance, construction quality, schedule compliance, payment inspections, testing and inspection activities, project documentation, and project closeout efforts. The Construction Manager will work closely with the Program Manager, Air Force personnel, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure successful execution of federal construction projects in accordance with contract requirements and industry best practices.

This role is best suited for professionals who:
Have supported complex construction projects within federal, government, military, or institutional environments.
Are comfortable analyzing financial, schedule, and compliance data to support program-level decisions
Can operate independently while collaborating effectively with program leadership, clients, and contractors
Possess the leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively manage and coordinate personnel with diverse technical backgrounds.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree of Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited institution is required; equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered with 15 years of experience
• Completion of USACE Construction Quality Management Required
• Minimum 15 years of construction industry experience, including a minimum of 5 years serving as the lead Construction Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Control Manager, or equivalent on federal construction projects.
• This includes 3 years of experience performing quality control management or quality assurance oversight on Department of Defense construction projects.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction practices, procedures, inspections, testing, and quality assurance activities on federal construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing contract documents, technical specifications, drawings, schedules, submittmits, RFIs, change orders, and contractor payment requests.
• Experience supporting federal construction projects involving government agencies, military installations, or institutional environments.
• Working knowledge of engineering services, building codes, budgeting, scheduling, and construction administration.
• OSHA 30
• Demonstrated ability to utilize construction management software and Microsoft Office applications to monitor project performance, maintain records, compile project data, and generate reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat, AutoCAD, Procore
• Strong communication, technical writing, and organizational skills with the ability to prepare inspection reports, meeting minutes, deficiency logs, project correspondence, and closeout documentation.
• Familiarity with construction practices, quality assurance, scheduling, cost management, and change management
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in administrative, financial, and compliance matters

Nice To Haves

• Candidates may be required to provide project examples demonstrating relevant experience and qualifications

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of professionals and serve as the Owner's Representative throughout construction and project closeout activities.
• Learn and integrate company’s best practices related to project delivery, budget, schedule, quality and operations in the military installation environment.
• Act as an advisor/liaison with the client (user groups, design team, contractors, and facility engineering representatives).
• Monitor project budgets, construction contract modifications, and project expenditures.
• Perform payment inspections and validate contractor payment requests, including review and verification of ADF IMT 3065 forms and supporting documentation.
• Maintain daily reports of project activities, update project schedules, coordinate with contractors, and address schedule changes with recommendations.
• Conduct regular project meetings to review schedules and payment requirements and prepare necessary payment forms.
• Keep detailed records to support conflict resolution, conduct progress meetings, and address project issues.
• Monitor independent testing agencies and witness specialty inspections and testing activities related to soil, concrete, steel, and other construction systems.
• Review third-party testing reports to verify compliance with contract requirements.
• Maintain project plans, perform inspections, manage contract change orders, and handle project closeout tasks.
• Ensure all construction management software records are complete and accurate; review RFIs, submittals, schedule updates, and contractor correspondence; document project activities and closeout requirements; and provide recommendations regarding construction claims and potential schedule impacts.
• Document, track, and maintain project deficiencies through resolution and verify corrective actions prior to project closeout.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior