[Hiring] Senior Construction Manager @Akima, LLC

Role Description

Akima’s Construction & Security Solutions Group (CSSG) is seeking an experienced Program Management Consultant (On‑Call) to provide flexible, expert-level support across project startup, pre‑construction planning, proposal development, and early execution activities for federal construction projects. This consultant will also assist in developing CSSG’s internal project management resources and provide short‑term backfill support for project managers during workload peaks or staffing transitions. This role strengthens organizational readiness and ensures consistent, high‑quality delivery across CSSG’s federal portfolio. This is an on‑call consulting position activated based on program needs.

• Manages the direction of construction projects.
• Serves as company liaison with client contacts as well as contracted construction resources.
• Provides administrative direction to on-site construction supervisors.
• Ensures that all applicable codes, standards, and good construction practices are followed.
• Manages projects or serves as top on-site manager for construction projects.
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.
• Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.

Responsibilities

• Project Startup & Delivery Support:
  • Support the startup of new federal construction projects, ensuring alignment with contractual requirements, customer expectations, and CSSG standards.
  • Assist with baseline schedule development, subcontractor onboarding, risk assessment, mobilization plans, and project controls setup.
  • Develop or refine startup tools, PM playbooks, workflows, and documentation templates.
  • Provide stabilization support to project managers during the initial phases of execution.
  • Lead or support the integration and configuration of construction management systems such as Procore, including workflow setup, document management, and reporting dashboards.
• Proposal & Pre‑Construction Planning:
  • Support proposal development by contributing to technical narratives, schedules, execution approaches, and staffing strategies.
  • Participate in pre‑construction planning activities including constructability reviews, design coordination (DB/DBB), long‑lead procurement planning, and early sequencing.
  • Prepare pre‑award and transition-to-execution deliverables to support a smooth handoff from capture to operations.
• Program Management Consulting:
  • Enhance and standardize PM best practices, governance processes, and documentation workflows.
  • Provide subject‑matter expertise in design interpretation, MEP coordination, scheduling, and federal project controls.
  • Improve Procore-based project workflows, including support for project setup, configuration, training, and compliance with CSSG and federal requirements.
• Internal Capability Development:
  • Develop and refine PM tools, SOPs, templates, onboarding guides, and training materials tailored to federal construction delivery.
  • Mentor junior and mid‑level PMs to strengthen project startup readiness and overall delivery capability.
• Backfill & Workload Relief:
  • Serve as a temporary project manager backfill resource to support periods of high activity, staffing gaps, or overlapping mobilizations.
  • Maintain project continuity by managing schedules, documentation, subcontractor coordination, and customer communications.
  • Support daily operational workflows through Procore, including RFIs, submittals, change events, and reporting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project or program management experience in federal construction, including MEP‑intensive or secure facility environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in project startup, pre‑construction planning, risk management, subcontractor integration, and schedule development.
• Hands‑on experience with Procore setup, configuration, workflow development, and training.
• Experience supporting proposal development and pre‑construction activities.
• Strong understanding of Design‑Build (DB) and Design‑Bid‑Build (DBB) methodologies.
• Proven ability to function independently as an on‑call consultant supporting multiple programs.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and documentation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Benefits

• The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Jade Creek Construction, an Akima company, is not just another federal construction contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

• Jade Creek provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
• Jade Creek delivers comprehensive services for general construction and renovation, as well as civil and marine construction.
• Employees will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity.
• Access to comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.