Construction Project Manager

Position Summary

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, design, and execution of facility-related construction projects across STR’s portfolio. This includes new site buildouts, secure facility construction, and office renovations from concept through closeout. The ideal candidate brings strong project management experience, cost control expertise, and the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders to deliver projects on time, on budget, and in compliance with all requirements.

• Lead end-to-end delivery of facility buildouts, expansions, renovations, and new site launches.
• Oversee project planning, design development, permitting, procurement, and execution.
• Manage project schedules, milestones, and deliverables aligned with business objectives.
• Coordinate office layouts, space planning, and integration of furniture, equipment, and building systems.

• Develop detailed project budgets, including estimating, tracking, and forecasting.
• Review contractor and subcontractor proposals for accuracy and competitive pricing.
• Manage change orders, including review, negotiation, and documentation.
• Track and report all project financials to ensure adherence to budget.

• Manage architects, engineers, general contractors, internal teams, and specialty vendors.
• Conduct site meetings, monitor field activities, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Oversee bid processes, contract negotiations, and performance evaluations.

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
• Support and oversee DoD, secure construction, and SCIF-related requirements when applicable.
• Coordinate inspections, certifications, and documentation required for occupancy or accreditation.

• Identify risks related to cost, schedule, or compliance and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee quality control to ensure construction meets design intent and specifications.
• Manage punch list completion, closeout documentation, and turnover to Facilities Operations.

• Provide regular updates to leadership, including schedule status, budget tracking, and risks.
• Present milestone updates and project summaries to internal and executive stakeholders.
• Coordinate project readiness with IT, Security, EHS, and other internal partners.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (required).
• 7 years of experience managing commercial construction projects, including office buildouts and renovations.
• Experience with DoD environments and secure/SCIF construction strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and related design coordination tools.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and change order processes.
• Experience with project closeout, punch lists, and turnover documentation.
• Familiarity with project management tools (MS Project, Procore, or similar).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• PMP or similar credential is a plus.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government.

• Role may require travel to active project sites and vendor locations.
• Must be able to work in secure and controlled environments depending on project scope.

Full-Time Salary Range: $125,000-$160,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence…