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About this role
Role Overview
The Project Manager (PM) supports the U.S. Border Patrol by overseeing every phase tactical infrastructure construction or alteration project from initiation to close out.
The professional works to develop and manage various construction projects.
The PM is responsible for contract administration, tracking the progress of the project scope, budget and schedule and may be responsible for updating project information in CBP databases.
The PM also tracks and manages risk and facilitates change management efforts and communication among all stakeholders throughout the life of the project(s).
The Project Manager serves as an agency representative, reviewing schedules and work plans from service providers and contractors, performing quality control on work, ensuring SOWs are followed, and reviewing invoices.
Specific duties include:
Serve as project manager for construction activities
Oversee all phases of the project from kickoff to closeout.
Develop and manage project scope, schedule, risk and budget.
May perform technical review of design and engineering drawings and specifications.
Coordinate with the real estate and environmental teams to obtain required permits and to ensure areas are approved for access.
Coordinate with key stakeholders on day-to-day project progress.
Report on project progress and issues.
Travel to project sites to review work progress in person.
Maintain project data in CBP systems.
Collaborate with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for construction and alteration activities
Contribute to the development of Statements of Work (SOWs) and ensure the SOW is being met by the contractor
Perform Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)
Perform inspections
Develop materials for Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and briefs to senior leadership as required
Requirements
Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance abuse, and employment verifications; active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or business/management
5+ years of large-scale construction management experience; OR, 7+ years of construction experience in lieu of a degree.
Professional certification in a relevant field such as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)