Job Title: Construction Management Lead
Location: Virginia
Company Overview:
We are a leading consultancy firm with a strong reputation for delivering complex engineering and construction projects across various sectors. We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Management Lead to join our team in Virginia. With major projects in the transportation, federal, and infrastructure sectors, we offer a collaborative environment and the opportunity for long-term career growth.
Position Overview:
As a Construction Management Lead, you will oversee a variety of projects, including transit, rail, water/wastewater pump stations, and federal/military installations. Experience in federal, military, transit, aviation, or educational projects is highly desired, while someone with predominantly DOT experience may not be the best fit for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple large-scale construction management projects, including WMATA, Virginia Rail Express, Jefferson Laboratories, Army Corps Ammunition Depot, and Water/Wastewater Pump Station buildings.
- Provide mentorship to a team of 7 professionals, ranging from Senior PMs to Construction Inspectors and Project Engineers with varied levels of experience
- Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring project success and satisfaction, while managing project budgets, timelines, and deliverables.
- Collaborate with department managers to foster a harmonious and inclusive work environment.
- Ensure effective project delivery while balancing office and site visits, including monthly travel to Virginia Beach, Herndon, and Richmond.
- Attend one national conference annually
Qualifications:
- 15+ years of experience in construction management
- Strong project experience in sectors such as federal, transit/rail, aviation, or education; military background is a plus
- Proven ability to lead diverse teams and work collaboratively across genders, races, and backgrounds.
- Licensure is preferred but not mandatory, as project expertise is more important than the type of work.
- Ability to make independent decisions, work autonomously, and create a flexible schedule.
- Willingness to mentor and be mentored, with potential to step into a regional or national leadership role in the next 5-8 years.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $190,000, commensurate with experience.
- Monthly tax-free car allowance and mileage reimbursement.
- The opportunity to work on high-impact projects in Virginia and beyond.
- Flexible work schedule with the ability to work from home when not required on-site or in-office.
- Able to work in the Herndon, Richmond, or Virginia Beach office location
- Mentorship from senior leadership, including the opportunity to eventually take over the practice or grow into a national role.
The role provides an exciting opportunity for long-term career development and national-level influence within the firm.
Please apply here if you are interested!
