Facility Construction Lead w/active Top Secret clearance

LMI • Raleigh, NC

1d • $110,000 - $180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

LMI is seeking a Facility Construction Lead to oversee the design, build-out, and delivery of office and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) space for a new facility in Raleigh, North Carolina. The role serves as the de-facto project manager for the construction effort, coordinating contractors, stakeholders, logistics, timelines, and milestones. It reports to the Deputy Program Manager, who oversees the overall establishment of the site.

The Facility Construction Lead will coordinate with architects, contractors, security officials, and government stakeholders to ensure the facility is built to specification, on schedule, and in compliance with physical and technical security requirements. The position is based in Raleigh, NC, and requires approximately 10–25% travel. Current security clearance is required; LMI will only consider applicants with current clearances, and only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

The target salary range is $110,000–$180,000. Individual compensation may vary based on factors including location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and the candidate’s qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 7 years of experience in facility construction or project management, including SCIF or secure facility construction.
• Working knowledge of ICD 705 (SAP-F) and related physical security construction standards.
• Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating a small, single-site project team.
• Current security clearance; TS/SCI clearance with SAP eligibility is required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Certified SCIF accreditation experience.
• PMP or Construction Management certification.
• Experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) facilities, systems, or environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction and build-out of office and SCIF space at the Raleigh facility, from design through accreditation.
• Coordinate with architects, general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and other stakeholders on construction schedules and specifications.
• Ensure facility designs and construction meet ICD 705 (SAP-F) and other applicable physical security standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with government facility security officials during construction and accreditation.
• Track budgets, schedules, and risks for the Raleigh facility construction project.

What This Job Offers

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