Project Lead/ Manager

## Overview NIKA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, NIKA takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. ## Description NIKA is hiring for a **Project Lead/ Manager** to support our client in **Falls Church, VA**. The role is contingent upon contract award. Named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post, NIKA is a well-established company that is focused on growth within an entrepreneurial environment. We work with governments to operate and manage their real property. Our operations management, engineering, and project management services provide our customers with value and expertise to ensure operational readiness for complex and mission-critical facilities. NIKA benefits include PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k matching, and an understanding of work/life balance. **Job Description:** - Lead planning, design, construction oversight, commissioning, activation, and post-occupancy support activities. - Coordinate project schedules and report progress on a weekly basis. - Participate in QA/QC oversight activities and field inspections. - Review contractor submittals, schedules, RFIs, contract modifications, and ECPs. - Identify and track construction engineering specific issues and ensure resolution. - Participate in commissioning plan implementation and building acceptance activities. - Coordinate inspections, tests, verifications, and certifications. - Participate in meetings and teleconferences and coordinate associated actions. - Provide recurring reports, presentations, and documentation. - Assist in development and support of Integrated Delivery Schedules for assigned MILCONs and major Special Projects. - Assist with project closeout documentation and archival requirements. ## Requirements Required: - MUST be US citizen and have ability to obtain security clearance - Construction Manager with a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering, 5+ years of experience in healthcare projects - 1+ years working with NAVFAC and/or USACE on medical projects. - Experience managing healthcare construction projects through planning, design, construction, activation, and closeout. - Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.