Project Manager
About The Position
Rivet Operations Company is seeking a Project Manager to provide day-to-day management of facility engineering and construction support projects for the United States Secret Service (USSS) Facility Engineering Branch at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, Maryland. Designated as Key Personnel by the Government, the Project Manager oversees construction efforts at project sites and manages construction and service projects from coordination through completion. The role works with customers, design teams, and the COR to keep projects on schedule and in conformance with contract requirements. The position independently applies advanced techniques to complex assignments, operating as an experienced professional under limited supervision and general direction. Travel between JJRTC and associated government project locations is required periodically. The role requires a four-year degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience, and at least 10 years of project management experience on commercial or Government construction projects. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and must possess, or be able to obtain, a favorable Tier 4 Public Trust background investigation within the last five years, and complete USSS suitability and non-disclosure documentation before beginning work. Work may involve extended periods of sitting or standing, computer use, and mobility such as bending, reaching, and kneeling. Walking moderate to long distances may be required depending on parking and work location, and lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.
Requirements
- Four-year degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 10 years of project management work experience on commercial or Government construction projects.
- Ability to independently apply advanced project management techniques to complex assignments under limited supervision and general direction.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a favorable Tier 4 Public Trust background investigation within the last five years.
- Must complete USSS suitability and non-disclosure documentation before commencing work.
Nice To Haves
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or another project management certification.
- Experience supporting Federal Government construction or facility engineering projects.
- Experience preparing statements of work, cost estimates, and change order documentation.
- Experience reviewing contractor submittals and coordinating design and construction activities.
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day construction and service projects and oversee construction-related activities.
- Coordinate schedules, designs, and problem-solving, including customer coordination and schedule and design reviews.
- Develop solutions to construction problems or existing field conditions.
- Review contractor submittals for conformance with contract requirements.
- Support the CO and COR throughout project acquisition phases, including answering offerors’ questions and attending or participating in site orientation visits and joint contractor/Government meetings.
- Draft technical responses to change orders.
- Prepare statements of work and cost estimates for new contracts and contract modifications.
- Support contract reporting requirements, including providing inputs to the Monthly Report and participating in performance update meetings.
- Travel periodically to different government locations.
Benefits
- Liberal vacation plan.
- Matching retirement program.
- Competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
