Construction Project Manager -Government Projects

About the Role

The Project Manager will oversee the full project lifecycle, from pre‑design through construction, commissioning, and closeout, ensuring proper authorization, funding, and cash‑flow projections. They will secure jurisdictional approvals, maintain compliance with codes and standards, and manage cost, schedule, and quality while anticipating risks and proposing alternatives. Continuous record‑keeping in an automated project‑management system and leadership of multidisciplinary teams are also key responsibilities. • Manage the entire project lifecycle from pre‑design to commissioning and closeout. • Secure project authorization, funding, and prepare cash‑flow forecasts. • Obtain all jurisdictional approvals and ensure compliance with codes and standards. • Control project cost, schedule, and quality while addressing risks and alternatives. • Maintain continuous project records in an automated project‑management system. • Lead multidisciplinary teams, including consultants, inspectors, and support staff. • Coordinate scope development, cost estimates, scheduling, and warranty compliance. • Interact daily with client representatives and oversee contractor selection processes. • Apply SOX controls where applicable. • Manage project finances, negotiate change orders, and lead value‑engineering efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸cost control
• ▸scheduling
• ▸pm system
• ▸scope coordination
• ▸team leadership
• ▸client interaction

What You Bring

Turner & Townsend/Heery is looking for a Project Manager to support the planning and execution of real‑estate government projects. The role requires hands‑on construction management experience, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced environment, with weekly travel between Richmond and Roanoke. A bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience managing renovation projects (under $2 million) and new construction. Candidates must have experience overseeing design consultants, construction administration, independent decision‑making, and possess strong communication, computer, and financial management skills. Knowledge of applicable building codes and the ability to work cooperatively with internal and external stakeholders are essential. • Hold a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. • Provide at least five years of experience managing renovation (< $2 M) and new construction projects. • Demonstrate experience managing design consultant services and construction administration. • Exhibit independent decision‑making and strong oral and written communication skills. • Proficient with email, reporting, spreadsheets, and project‑management software. • Know national, state, and local building codes and regulations. • Prefer candidates with professional registration or CCM certification.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸5+ years
• ▸design consulting
• ▸project‑management
• ▸building codes
• ▸ccm certification

Benefits

Turner & Townsend promotes an inclusive, diverse workplace that values work‑life balance and provides a flexible environment. The firm is an equal‑opportunity employer, does not charge candidates any recruitment fees, and treats all applicant information confidentially. Additional details and updates are shared through the company’s social‑media channels.

Work Environment

Onsite