Facilities Construction Manager (Owner's Rep)

Overview

We are representing a well-established, employee-owned engineering and consulting firm seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex institutional and transportation facilities projects across Pennsylvania.

This is a high-impact, owner’s representative role focused on overseeing planning, design, and construction activities for major public-sector projects. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in construction phase services, project oversight, and stakeholder coordination, along with the ability to operate at a strategic level while keeping projects on track.

If you enjoy being the person who keeps projects moving, solves problems before they escalate, and operates at a high level without being stuck in the weeds, this is a unique opportunity to step into a visible and growing role.

What You’ll Be Doing

Project Leadership & Oversight

• Act as an Owner’s Representative overseeing multiple facility projects from planning through construction

• Provide high-level guidance and direction to project teams, including design consultants and contractors

• Lead efforts related to:

  • Bid evaluations

  • Cost estimating

  • Constructability and value engineering

  • Change order review and negotiation

  • Scheduling and risk management

• Prepare executive-level reports, decision summaries, and project updates

• Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with contract requirements, design intent, and regulatory standards

• Monitor project performance related to cost, schedule, and quality, proactively identifying and resolving issues

Construction & Program Management

• Review and evaluate CM/CI proposals and support contract negotiations on behalf of the owner

• Lead risk mitigation strategies and issue resolution across stakeholders

• Maintain program dashboards and reporting metrics

• Support program-level initiatives including:

  • Facility condition assessments

  • State of good repair evaluations

  • Best practices development

  • Historical cost tracking

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a key point of contact for clients and public agencies

• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships

• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and strategic discussions

• Provide insight and expertise to support future project pursuits

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level staff

• Support hiring, onboarding, and team development efforts

• Help establish and refine construction management processes and best practices

• Contribute to building a high-performing, collaborative team environment

What Makes This Role Different

• Owner-side role with influence over project outcomes

• Focus on major transportation and transit-related facilities projects

• Opportunity to help grow and shape a construction management practice

• Strong backlog of work and long-term stability

• High visibility within the organization and with clients

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in facilities design and/or construction management

• Strong background in public-sector projects, ideally transportation or institutional facilities

• Experience managing projects through bid and construction phases

• Solid understanding of:

  • Construction contracts

  • Procurement methods

  • Change orders and risk management

• Experience working directly with owners, consultants, and contractors

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Preferred:

• PE and/or CCM

• Experience with multi-prime or public procurement environments

• Familiarity with tools such as Bluebeam, CAD, or Revit

Additional Details

• Hybrid work environment with collaboration in the Philadelphia office

• Project site visits and client meetings as needed

• Strong organizational and communication skills are critical for success in this role

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $150,000 – $200,000

• Bonus: ~10% annual bonus

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) and employee ownership opportunities

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Why This Opportunity

This is an opportunity to step into a high-level, strategic role where you are not buried in design or field work, but instead are driving the success of complex infrastructure projects from a leadership perspective.

For the right individual, this role offers a clear path to long-term growth, leadership, and influence within a well-respected organization.