Operations Manager

CACI•Indian Head, MD

About The Position

CACI is seeking an experienced, versatile, organized, and proactive Operations Manager to support modernization of National Public Warning System (NPWS) locations. The NPWS is a critical system entrusted to FEMA for disseminating Emergency Action Notifications to the public through broadcast, cable, satellite, wireline, radio, and television channels. The Operations Manager provides project management support to the NPWS Modernization Task Order Lead and Construction Managers. The role helps supervise fabrication, site preparation, construction drawings and permitting, surveys, contractor work, quality control, and other activities required to execute NPWS modernization projects. The position involves coordinating project schedules, reviews, documentation, procurement and bid activities, contractor communications, site visits, inspections, and project closeout. The role is full-time, regular employment, with up to 25% local travel. No minimum clearance is required. The proposed salary range is $78,700–$165,200. CACI describes a culture centered on integrity, trust, and continuous growth, and offers flexible time off, learning resources, and a broad benefits package that includes healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time-off benefits.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience in fields related to business, engineering, information technology, or construction management.
At least 2 years of experience managing construction-related projects.
Exceptional organization in project activity, document, and knowledge management.
Understanding of customary commercial construction project contract terms, conditions, and administration, as well as construction drawings and related documents.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Detail-oriented and resourceful, with the ability to manage shifting priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interact positively and effectively with internal and external customers.
Regular, reliable, and predictable performance.
Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Produce and update modernization project schedules.
Coordinate project reviews to assess status and completion of key actions; collect, track, and report action items.
Supervise and assist with weekly and monthly status reports.
Maintain the SharePoint file structure and develop project tools, templates, processes, and procedures.
Schedule, facilitate, and report outcomes of design reviews.
Develop statements of work, quotes, and documents for requests for proposals.
Receive, review, process, and track requests for information, change orders, and submittals.
Document lessons learned; assist with bill of materials pricing and orders; and help resolve issues.
Manage special projects as required.
Track vendor invoices, ensure they are paid, and archive supporting documentation.
Conduct design, construction kickoff, site acceptance, and other meetings as requested.
Provide on-site support for environmental site assessments, design site visits, kickoffs, inspections, and integration visits as required.
Coordinate reviews of site drawings and facilitate review meetings.
Assist the Task Order Lead with oversight and management of onsite work; attend site visits with or in place of the Task Order Lead or Construction Manager.
Coordinate drawings and scope between consultants to help ensure bid packages are complete.
Review drawings for completeness and constructability, and review schedule timelines and sequencing for feasibility, logic, and efficiency.
Identify, qualify, and secure bids from local contractors for direct procurement by CACI.
Provide technical and cost analyses of bids to help determine whether proposed costs are fair and reasonable.
Facilitate pre-bid conferences as needed and serve as a liaison between parties as requested.
Participate in weekly calls as requested and review and monitor contractor-provided schedules.
Collect, archive, and forward submittals and requests for information to the Engineer for review and approval.
Collect and review safety documents, daily reports, images, certified payrolls, and other project documents.
Create and maintain a project document database accessible to all parties.
Conduct on-site quality assurance inspections as requested to verify compliance with plans and specifications.
Review and recommend the acceptability of materials, methods, and workmanship.
Prepare punch lists and oversee completion of work.
Attend site acceptance inspections with CACI and FEMA, and collect or prepare closeout documents as requested.
Support other construction-related duties and activities as requested.