Job Description

Federal Construction Manager

Waco, TX

Full Time

Onsite

Construction Manager – VA Medical Center (Waco, TX)

Emerging Tech is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support critical infrastructure modernization projects at the VA Medical Center in Waco, Texas. This individual will provide construction management and oversight for facility improvement projects supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing construction projects within active healthcare environments and is knowledgeable in federal construction standards, quality assurance, scheduling, and project execution.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing federal contractor dedicated to delivering innovative technology, healthcare, and engineering solutions that improve mission outcomes for our government partners.

Project Duration: One-year base period with one year option periods.

Salary: $115,000 - $135,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Review construction contract documents, drawings, specifications, and technical requirements to ensure compliance.
• Provide construction oversight throughout all phases of the project.
• Perform constructability reviews and evaluate impacts to ongoing hospital operations.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, contractor performance, and change orders while providing recommendations to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• Conduct routine site inspections to verify quality, safety, and compliance with contract requirements.
• Review requests for information (RFIs), submittals, shop drawings, and proposed design modifications.
• Provide recommendations related to value engineering, constructability, sequencing, and long-lead procurement items.
• Attend weekly and monthly project meetings and prepare detailed project status reports.
• Coordinate activities among architects, engineers, contractors, and government stakeholders.
• Ensure construction activities comply with applicable VA standards, federal regulations, building codes, and project specifications.
• Identify project risks and develop recommendations to minimize schedule delays and cost impacts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of combined design and construction management experience.
• Experience managing construction projects within active healthcare or hospital facilities.
• Experience supporting Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) construction projects strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of VA Technical Information Library (TIL), VA Design Manuals, and VA Specifications.
• Strong understanding of construction contract administration, budgeting, scheduling, quality assurance, and building codes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience supporting federal healthcare construction programs.
• Familiarity with active hospital renovation projects and infection control requirements.

Why Join Emerging Tech?

At Emerging Tech, we're passionate about solving complex challenges that strengthen federal missions and improve the lives of those who serve our country. As a growing SDVOSB, we deliver healthcare modernization, engineering, and technology solutions that create meaningful impact for government agencies nationwide.

Our success is built on our people. We foster a collaborative, mission-focused culture where innovation, continuous learning, and professional development are encouraged. Join a team where your expertise is valued, your work makes a difference, and your career can continue to grow.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-Term Disability insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Certification and continuing education support

Take the next step in your career with Emerging Tech and help support projects that strengthen VA healthcare facilities across the country. Apply today and become part of a team committed to delivering exceptional results for our government partners and the veterans they serve.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office

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