Construction Project Manager – Federal Projects

Columbia, SC | Full-Time | New Growth Position

Our client, a growing Southeast-based general contractor, is expanding their federal project portfolio and creating a new Construction Project Manager role. This isn't a backfill—it's real growth. You'll manage government construction projects from award through closeout, working with Contracting Officers and subcontractors to deliver on time, on budget, and in full compliance. If you know federal contracting inside out, this is the role.

About the Company

Full-service general contractor licensed in SC, NC, GA, and TN. They specialize in retail, office, institutional, healthcare, and warehouse projects. Their reputation is built on quality work, clear communication, and treating people right. The team is collaborative, professional, and committed to getting the details right—especially on federal work.

What You'll Actually Do

Own federal projects from award through final closeout: budgets, schedules, quality, compliance
Be the go-to person for Contracting Officers, Contracting Officer Representatives, and government QA teams
Prepare submittals, RFIs, schedules of values, pay applications, and all project documentation per federal contract requirements
Navigate FAR, Davis-Bacon prevailing wage, certified payroll, and Buy American provisions—you know this landscape
Oversee quality control programs aligned with USACE and NAVFAC standards, including three-phase review processes
Manage site safety under EM 385-1-1 and OSHA standards
Negotiate and manage subcontracts and purchase orders
Lead project meetings, manage change orders and modifications (REAs), maintain accurate daily reporting
Handle project financials: cost forecasting, billing, monthly projections
Support estimating and preconstruction on federal pursuits as the team pursues new work

Who You Are

5+ years of commercial construction PM experience, including at least 2 years managing federal projects (USACE, NAVFAC, GSA, VA, or similar)
Deep working knowledge of federal contracting requirements, FAR, Davis-Bacon, certified payroll, and government submittal/closeout processes
Comfortable with government project management platforms (RMS 3.0, Procore, etc.)
Strong scheduling background; Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project experience is valuable
Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) certification preferred; willingness to obtain if needed
OSHA 30 preferred
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred (equivalent field experience counts)
Excellent communicator, organized, strong client relationship skills
Valid driver's license; ability to travel to project sites as needed
Ability to obtain base access and pass federal background screening

What We Offer

Competitive salary aligned with experience and credentials
Comprehensive health benefits package
Paid time off and paid holidays
401(k)
Real growth opportunity as the company expands its federal work pipeline
Collaborative team that values your expertise
Relocation assistance available

Equal Opportunity Employer. This company celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment.