Project Manager, Design and Construction

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex technical facilities and infrastructure development supporting APL’s central initiatives. This role involves overseeing the planning, design, construction, and commissioning of assigned projects ranging from $100,000 to $5 million in value. The Project Manager will lead internal and external teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with APL’s mission needs, budget, schedule, and quality expectations. This includes leading multiple construction, renovation, tenant fit-out, and capital renewal projects across APL’s 450-acre campus, overseeing procurement, budgeting, scheduling, design, construction, and commissioning. The role requires partnering with internal stakeholders, leadership, and Laboratory sponsors from concept through completion, coordinating with architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory agencies, and developing/maintaining effective vendor relationships. Ensuring full compliance with APL standards, environmental and safety requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations is crucial. The Project Manager will also provide regular, accurate project updates and financial reporting to Laboratory leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or related field), or equivalent experience
At least seven (7) years of dynamic project management experience in planning, design, and construction of complex facilities
Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, scheduling, design oversight, risk management, and quality control
Proven leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and effectively manage competing priorities
Valid driver’s license and the ability to meet APL’s driving standards
Able to obtain Top Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related subject area
Professional credentials such as PMP, LEED AP, CFM, PE, or RA
Proficiency with project management software tools such as PM Web, Primavera, MS Project, or equivalent
Experience working with security stakeholders, compliance teams and facility owners in regulated environments
Demonstrated experience managing secure construction projects involving Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs), or other accredited secure environments.
Working knowledge of Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705-1 and associated technical specifications governing the planning, design, construction, accreditation, and lifecycle management of secure facilities
Familiarity with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) physical security construction requirements, including controls for closed areas, open storage, perimeter protection, access control, and construction security plans
Experience integrating secure construction requirements with mechanical, electrical, IT, audiovisual, and life-safety systems while maintaining compliance with sponsor security stand
Experience balancing secure construction compliance with cost, schedule, and operational constraints in active mission environments

Responsibilities

Lead internal and external teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with APL’s mission needs, budget, schedule, and quality expectations
Lead multiple construction, renovation, tenant fit-out, and capital renewal projects across APL’s 450-acre campus
Oversee procurement, budgeting, scheduling, design, construction, and commissioning phases
Partner with internal stakeholders, leadership, and Laboratory sponsors from concept through completion
Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful project delivery
Develop and maintain effective vendor relationships that promote fairness, consistency, and timely performance
Ensure full compliance with APL standards, environmental and safety requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulation
Provide regular, accurate project updates and financial reporting to Laboratory leadership