Senior Construction Manager- Federal Projects

SIRIS LLC • Washington, DC

5h • $120,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

SIRIS, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to provide on-site construction management and oversight for the Elevator Modernization project at the Library of Congress’s James Madison Memorial Building in Washington, DC. In an Owner’s Representative capacity, this role oversees modernization of six elevators, including refurbishment of four existing elevators, and associated utility infrastructure improvements.

The Senior Construction Manager serves as the primary on-site construction management resource and coordinates with the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), contractors, design professionals, facility stakeholders, and a part-time Certified Elevator Inspector. The role supports project delivery, contract compliance, construction quality, safety, and schedule and budget management in an active, historically significant federal facility.

The position is full-time and on-site in Washington, DC, with flexibility for nighttime construction activities. Work takes place in occupied federal facilities, project offices, elevator machine rooms, and active construction environments. The employee must be able to navigate construction sites, climb stairs, and conduct observations involving standing or walking, with or without reasonable accommodation. The role may involve construction-related noise, dust, equipment operations, and varying environmental conditions, and requires compliance with site safety protocols and use of appropriate PPE.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field, consistent with AOC IDIQ requirements.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or professional architecture credential, unless the candidate has a minimum of 20 years of relevant field experience.
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Quality Control Management (QCM) Certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Training.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction management experience, including demonstrated elevator construction experience.
• Experience independently overseeing contractor performance, construction schedules, quality, safety, and contract compliance.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in Primavera scheduling software, construction estimating, and e-Builder project management systems.
• Experience coordinating with Owner representatives, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Washington, DC, with flexibility for nighttime construction activities.
• Ability to satisfy applicable federal security screening, site access, and badging requirements.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment-based visa sponsorship and employer-sponsored visa transfers are not available.
• Ability to navigate construction sites, climb stairs, and conduct site observations involving standing or walking, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must comply with site safety protocols and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing complex elevator modernization, rehabilitation, and installation projects.
• Experience supporting federal or institutional construction projects, particularly within occupied or historic facilities.
• Familiarity with AOC procedures, federal construction contracts, and government reporting requirements.
• Technical knowledge of elevator systems, associated MEP infrastructure, accessibility, and life-safety requirements.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential or additional elevator-specific technical training.
• Experience coordinating specialized inspections, testing, commissioning, and final acceptance.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Procore, or similar construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site construction management representative, overseeing contractor performance, construction quality, safety, and contract compliance.
• Coordinate with the AOC Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), contractors, design professionals, and facility stakeholders.
• Oversee elevator refurbishment, new installations, machine room expansion, and associated utility improvements.
• Review contractor schedules, monitor milestones, identify delays, and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and coordinate Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, change orders, and construction documentation.
• Support construction estimating, cost evaluations, and assessment of schedule or budget impacts.
• Conduct site observations, lead progress meetings, and prepare construction reports and project documentation.
• Coordinate with the part-time Certified Elevator Inspector regarding specialized inspections, testing, and code compliance.
• Identify construction conflicts, unforeseen conditions, and project risks requiring Owner attention.
• Support punch-list resolution, commissioning, project closeout, and final acceptance.
• Support building operations, occupant safety, accessibility, and elevator service throughout construction.
• Protect historic architectural features, existing building systems, and infrastructure.
• Coordinate construction sequencing, contractor access, planned shutdowns, and nighttime activities.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal regulations, AOC requirements, elevator safety codes, and contract specifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; SIRIS pays 99% of the individual base plan premium and 50% of dependent coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Annual bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior