Design Construction Manager

Design & Construction Manager

Leidos is seeking a Design & Construction Manager who is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of architectural and engineering design efforts and construction activities. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, manages budgets and schedules, and leads communication among project stakeholders. The manager serves as the primary point of contact for design-build and construction projects, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency from project initiation through closeout.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate architectural and engineering design efforts in collaboration with stakeholders, consultants, and construction teams.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and regulatory documentation to ensure design intent and project compliance.
• Oversee day-to-day construction activities, including site inspections, contractor coordination, and resolution of field issues.
• Ensure adherence to federal and local building codes, OSHA safety standards, and environmental regulations throughout all phases of the project.
• Support the development of project budgets, procurement strategies, and contract management for design-build and construction services.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, track milestones, assess risk, and provide status updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Monitor quality control, review materials submittals, manage change orders, and validate inspection reports to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Lead and facilitate pre-construction meetings, progress reviews, and project closeout activities.

• Serve as the primary liaison for all design and construction communication, ensuring timely and effective coordination across all involved parties.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related technical field; or equivalent relevant experience.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in construction or facilities project management; or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience supervising or leading teams or projects, with demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Construction management and project lifecycle execution
• Budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Building codes, OSHA safety standards, and environmental compliance
• Proficiency in:
• Construction inspections and quality control (QC)
• Contractor oversight and contract management
• Project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, Procore)
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to influence teams and decisions outside of direct reporting lines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as:
• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• CM-Lean (Certified Lean Constructor)
• CCM (Certified Construction Manager)
• Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, or other BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-site or multi-phase construction projects.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, risk management, and workforce planning.
• Experience working in federal, defense, institutional, or public infrastructure construction environments.
• Familiarity with technical specifications development for construction scopes.
• Background in sustainability practices or green building standards (e.g., LEED).

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