Project Manager

Quanta Government Solutions, LLC•Houston, TX

19h•Remote

About The Position

Every moment of every day, people all over the world rely on the infrastructure solutions provided by Quanta Services and Quanta Government Solutions. With its highly skilled and innovative workforce, Quanta is the largest specialty contractor in North America that powers modern life. Find your future with us by being a part of something bigger – leading the energy transition in building a better world for generations to come. Imagine what you could do here. We encourage and inspire our people to embrace opportunities within our corporate office and 200 operating companies providing solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, communications and government industries worldwide. Quanta’s culture is about creating an environment where all employees can be themselves, are valued, and have an equal opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. The Project Manager leads the field execution of assigned federal construction projects within QGS’s Acquire–Comply–Execute lifecycle. This position owns the day-to-day delivery of safety, quality, cost, schedule, and compliance performance. The Project Manager collaborates closely with the Program Manager and enterprise functional teams—Safety/Quality, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Cyber/IT, and Compliance—to deliver predictable results, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to QGS’s sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 7 years managing federal construction projects ≥$5M (DOE, DoD, NAVFAC, USACE, or similar).
Education: Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred). Equivalent field experience may be considered.
Certifications: PMP required within 12 months of hire; OSHA 30 required (QGS will support if candidate does not have upon hire); USACE/NAVFAC QC Manager preferred ; additional certifications such as PgMP, ITIL, or Six Sigma are a plus.
Regulatory Knowledge: Working expertise in FAR/DFARS, DCAA requirements, NIST 800-171, ISO 9001 and NQA-1.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent), cost control tools and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Soft Skills: Proven leadership, communication, and decision-making in a matrix environment.
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance; background check required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction contracts for DOE, DOD, DHS, GSA, or other federal agencies.
Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools for project management.
Demonstrated success in managing both small- and large-scale state or federal programs.

Responsibilities

Project Ownership & Leadership: Own execution of assigned projects from inception through completion. This includes assigning Integrated Project Teams (IPT), Own execution of assigned projects through all Acquire–Comply–Execute stages. Lead project-specific Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) across Operations, Safety/Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain conducting required meetings, developing applicable reports, tracking budget, schedule, and scope, and submitting required documentation. Conduct required stage-gate reviews, prepare all mandated artifacts, and ensure auditable records.
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with federal agencies, clients, internal teams, subcontractors, and partners to ensure alignment and project success. Lead communication with partners and subcontractors throughout execution.
Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage baseline budgets using approved Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS). Maintain monthly forecasts, trend logs, and variance reports. Manage cost performance (CPI ≥ 0.95) and ensure full DCAA-ready documentation for all cost activities.
Schedule & Scope Management: Develop and maintain a baseline schedule using Primavera P6 or MS Project or similar. Track earned value, progress, and milestone achievement through the OPS Platform. Identify critical-path variances and initiate recovery plans in coordination with Program Management.
Program Management Alignment: Provide Program Management with transparent, data-driven reporting of all safety, cost, and schedule metrics. Obtain Program approval for all Category-A and -B change orders, major re-baselines, or risk posture changes. Escalate client-facing or contractual issues per QGS governance.
Client Partnership: Work directly with client project management staff and stakeholders to ensure requirements are met and relationships remain strong.
Compliance and Risk Management:Ensure full compliance with FAR/DFARS, DCAA audit standards, CUI protection, and ISO 9001 quality system requirements. Maintain required site plans—APP/JHAs, Environmental Plan, and QCP—and verify conformance through daily and weekly inspections. Maintain project risk and opportunity logs and close items through IPT action tracking.
Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
Reporting: Prepare weekly progress reports, three-week look-ahead schedules, updated risk logs, and cost/schedule metrics (CPI, SPI). Issue all reports through the OPS Platform (GCC High) to ensure single-source documentation.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Access to mental health support and resources
Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays
Ongoing training and development programs
Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Employee recognition and rewards program
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)
Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families