Facility Construction Lead w/active Top Secret clearance

LMI • Raleigh, NC

3d • 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, managing contractor and stakeholder relationships, coordinating logistics, and tracking timelines and milestones. The position reports to the Deputy Program Manager, who oversees the overall establishment of the site.

The Facility Construction Lead coordinates with architects, contractors, security officials, and government stakeholders to ensure the facilities are constructed 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.

The target salary range is $110,000–$180,000. LMI states that individual compensation depends on factors including location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and the candidate’s qualifications. Current security clearance is required; only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

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 meet government security investigation eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• 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 construction schedules and specifications with architects, general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• 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 construction project budgets, schedules, and risks.

What This Job Offers

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