Project Manager - Federal Contracting

Kokosing Industrial•Chesapeake, VA

About The Position

Kokosing is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex federal construction projects across the Mid-Atlantic and Eastern United States, supporting NAVFAC, USACE, and other federal agencies. Projects span horizontal and vertical construction, including new construction, renovations, utilities, medium- to high-voltage electrical work, and heavy civil infrastructure. Examples include buildings, adaptive reuse, demolition, substations, navigation locks, dams, piers, dry docks, levees, floodwalls, utility systems, and site development. Projects may use Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, MATOC, MACC, and IDIQ procurement methods. The Project Manager leads projects from preconstruction through closeout, overseeing execution, schedules, finances, client relationships, safety, quality, documentation, and project teams. The role calls for a self-driven leader able to work with minimal oversight and deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget while maintaining strong client relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Minimum 10 years of experience managing large-scale construction projects.
Demonstrated experience managing NAVFAC and/or USACE projects.
Strong knowledge of federal construction processes, contract requirements, and documentation standards.
Experience with CPM scheduling tools.
Strong financial management and budgeting experience.
Thorough understanding of construction practices, contract delivery methods, and federal procurement processes.
Working knowledge of RMS/QCS, eCMS, and federal project controls systems.
Strong knowledge of EM 385-1-1 safety standards.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of project execution from preconstruction through closeout.
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards aligned with corporate goals.
Develop project work plans, staffing strategies, and resource allocations.
Direct and coordinate superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, and support staff; promote accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
Serve as the primary point of contact for Contracting Officers, CORs, ROICCs, and Resident Engineers.
Maintain proactive, professional client communication and represent the company at project meetings, owner progress meetings, and partnering sessions.
Coordinate with government agencies, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Develop, manage, and analyze CPM-based project schedules; plan proactively and resolve issues to keep projects on schedule.
Manage project budgets, forecasts, cost controls, and profit and loss; review cost reports, production data, and progress metrics.
Manage compliance with NAVFAC and USACE requirements, including RMS/QCS and eCMS, submittals, RFIs, contract correspondence, change orders, REAs, and claims documentation.
Execute government quality-control processes, including three-phase inspections, and oversee the project Quality Control program.
Maintain accurate project documentation in accordance with federal standards.
Ensure compliance with EM 385-1-1 and company safety policies; support development and review of Activity Hazard Analyses and promote safe work practices.
Lead daily coordination meetings, weekly scheduling meetings, and monthly safety meetings.
Mentor, coach, and develop project team members and foster collaboration and continuous improvement.