Construction Project Manager III

Markon•Arlington, VA

7d•$125,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Markon is seeking a senior-level Project Manager (PM3) to serve as an Onsite Owner's Representative for complex construction, tenant fit-outs, and infrastructure projects for Washington Headquarters Services (WHS). This role involves acting as the primary onsite PM and Owner's Rep for a portfolio of projects valued between $50M and $100M, serving as a senior advisor to Government stakeholders and being accountable for project execution, risk management, schedule performance, stakeholder coordination, and successful delivery of program objectives. The position requires conducting site evaluations, field investigations, constructability reviews, and technical assessments, as well as supporting project planning activities including scope development, requirements validation, acquisition planning, and pre-bid support. The role also involves providing technical and project management support for the development of statements of work, independent government cost estimates (IGCEs), project schedules, design reviews, and construction acquisition packages, and reviewing studies, reports, plans, specifications, and drawings to ensure alignment with project objectives. Day-to-day execution includes schedule management, construction progress monitoring, submittal tracking, permit coordination, contract administration support, funding execution tracking, and issue resolution, with an emphasis on evaluating project performance and recommending corrective actions. The Project Manager will independently plan, schedule, facilitate, and lead project, stakeholder, and program review meetings, coordinating across various Government organizations, contractors, designers, facility personnel, and external stakeholders. Additionally, the role supports the Government's facility and asset management objectives by ensuring construction deliverables, as-built documentation, equipment inventories, and system data are properly transitioned into Maximo or similar EAM/CMMS platforms, and supports project turnover and transition activities. Performance data will be maintained and analyzed using Excel, Maximo, AutoCAD, and web-based project management systems, with the development of performance metrics, dashboards, schedules, and briefing materials. The role also involves developing and managing integrated project schedules and lifecycle milestone plans, performing schedule analysis, identifying risks, and recommending mitigation strategies. The Project Manager will prepare and deliver written and oral briefings, technical reports, performance assessments, and executive summaries, and provide leadership and mentorship to junior project managers and support staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or a related field and fifteen (15) years of relevant experience; OR twenty (20) years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree.
Demonstrated experience managing complex construction, facilities, infrastructure, or asset management programs valued between $50M and $100M.
Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following: MEP systems (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), Facilities Management and Building Operations, Asset Management Systems (Maximo, EAM, CMMS), Construction Management and Capital Improvement Programs.
Experience supporting project lifecycle activities from planning and design through construction, commissioning, turnover, operations, and sustainment.
Experience developing and presenting briefings, reports, and performance metrics to Government stakeholders.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Maximo, Excel, and web-based project management systems.
Experience with Microsoft Project and P6 software.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (HSPD-12) clearance.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary onsite PM and Owner's Rep for a portfolio of construction, facilities, and infrastructure projects with an aggregate value ranging from $50M to $100M.
Serve as a senior advisor to Government stakeholders and is accountable for project execution, risk management, schedule performance, stakeholder coordination, and successful delivery of program objectives.
Conduct site evaluations, field investigations, constructability reviews, and technical assessments to validate project requirements, identify risks, and develop recommended courses of action.
Support project planning activities including scope development, requirements validation, acquisition planning, and pre-bid support.
Provide technical and project management support for the development of statements of work, independent government cost estimates (IGCEs), project schedules, design reviews, and construction acquisition packages.
Review studies, reports, plans, specifications, and drawings to ensure alignment with project objectives and operational requirements.
Lead day-to-day project execution activities including schedule management, construction progress monitoring, submittal tracking, permit coordination, contract administration support, funding execution tracking, and issue resolution.
Evaluate project performance against established baselines and recommend corrective actions to maintain scope, schedule, and budget objectives.
Independently plan, schedule, facilitate, and lead project, stakeholder, and program review meetings.
Coordinate across Government organizations, contractors, designers, facility personnel, and external stakeholders to resolve issues, maintain project momentum, and support informed decision-making.
Support the Government's facility and asset management objectives by ensuring construction deliverables, as-built documentation, equipment inventories, and system data are properly transitioned into Maximo or similar EAM/CMMS platforms.
Review and validate asset information to support operations, maintenance, and lifecycle planning activities.
Support project turnover and transition activities, ensuring facility systems, documentation, training requirements, and operational data are successfully transferred from construction teams to facility operations and maintenance organizations.
Maintain and analyze project and program performance data utilizing Excel, Maximo, AutoCAD, and web-based project management systems.
Develop performance metrics, dashboards, schedules, and briefing materials to support project oversight and leadership decision-making.
Develop and manage integrated project schedules and lifecycle milestone plans.
Perform schedule analysis, identify risks to project delivery, and recommend mitigation strategies to support successful program execution.
Prepare and deliver written and oral briefings, technical reports, performance assessments, and executive summaries for Government leadership and program stakeholders.
Regularly communicate project status, key risks, milestones, and recommendations.
Provide leadership and mentorship to junior project managers and support staff, promote project management best practices, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the program.