Construction Manager

About the role

V2X, a defence contractor, is hiring a Construction Manager who works under the supervision of the OPS Manager. The role plans and executes construction projects and repair orders, from initiation to close-out, and manages cost, schedule and performance so projects finish within budget, on time and in scope. It also involves drafting technical documents such as SOWs, RFPs, ROMs, ACLs, Technical Volumes, LOTDs and Project Risk Assessments.

Key responsibilities

• Develop project plans, schedules and budgets, and coordinate with architects, engineers and stakeholders on scope and deliverables.
• Conduct site inspections, monitor progress, enforce safety regulations and quality control, and ensure adherence to project specifications.
• Manage subcontractors and the labour force, provide leadership and resolve construction issues and conflicts promptly.
• Maintain accurate documentation (contracts, change orders, progress reports) and present status reports to stakeholders.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise minor construction and maintenance services for existing and new infrastructure, including in-house PWOs and subcontractors for new, permanent and temporary facilities in the host nation, as well as remodelling and maintaining existing structures.

Required profile

• Seven to ten years of project management or construction management experience, including seven or more years supervising employees.
• Associate degree or equivalent preferred; one year of related experience may substitute one year of education if a degree is required.
• CAC eligibility and/or ability to obtain a CAC or token.
• Valid driver's licence and ability to obtain a U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator's Licence and a host nation driver's licence.

Required skills

• Project management tools such as Earned Value Management, claim analysis and resource loading scheduling technique.
• Familiarity with software for evaluating RFIs and COs, and with PMIS such as EDMS and Aconex.
• Ensuring direct labour and subcontractors comply with environmental, safety and health requirements.