Construction Manager
System One
Washington, DC
Construction Manager
Location: Washington, DC
Type: Contract
Work Model: Onsite
Overview
System One is seeking a Construction Manager to support a long-term, confidential utility substation GIS project in Washington, DC. This role will provide on-site leadership and construction oversight throughout a multi-year project focused on critical infrastructure development.
The Construction Manager will coordinate closely with the client and project leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality construction execution. This position requires strong experience managing complex construction activities including civil, structural, control room, and GIS installations in a fast-paced environment.
This is a 100% onsite position supporting a project expected to run approximately three years. Candidates must be local to Washington, DC or within a reasonable commuting distance.
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day construction oversight and coordinate activities with client representatives and S&L construction management and safety leadership.
Manage Procore-based daily logs, field documentation, and reporting to ensure accurate and timely communication with project stakeholders.
Support commercial and change-order activities by providing field input related to scope, quantities, and potential schedule impacts.
Oversee and coordinate all phases of construction including civil, structural, control room, GIS, and environmental work.
Monitor construction progress to ensure compliance with project schedules, safety requirements, and quality standards.
Maintain clear documentation and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
Work collaboratively with engineering, construction, and client teams to support successful project delivery.
Requirements
Strong background in construction management within utility or infrastructure projects.
Experience overseeing construction scopes including civil, structural, control rooms, GIS installations, and environmental considerations preferred.
Proficiency using Procore or similar construction management software for documentation and reporting.
Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.
Ability to manage construction activities in a confidential, fast-paced project environment.
Must be local to Washington, DC or within commuting distance.
Ability to commit to a full-time onsite schedule (40 hours per week) for the duration of the project.
About System One
System One, along with its subsidiaries Joulé and Mountain Ltd., provides specialized workforce solutions and outsourced services across North America. We help organizations execute critical projects more efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
System One offers eligible employees access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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About the Company
System One
Every day, System One focuses on services and solutions that require a high degree of specialization, in-demand technical skills, and large-scale operational expertise. We are essential partners to those on the front lines of our nation’s most critical infrastructure, technology, and life sciences initiatives.
Founded more than 40 years ago as a staffing partner to the engineering industry, today System One is a diversified organization operating in over 50 locations and putting more than 9,000 people to work in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.