Facilities Construction Manager
Alpha CorporationAbout the role
Alpha Corporation is a woman-owned multidisciplinary construction consulting firm providing engineering design, program and construction management, project controls, claims management, and asset management services.
In nearly four decades, we have collaborated with a broad spectrum of clients in the public sector (government agencies, municipalities, institutions), and the private sector (private enterprises, developers, architecture and engineering firms, concessionaires, and contractors). Alpha works across many project types, including buildings, infrastructure, energy/utilities, and transportation. We are engaged in projects for the entire development and delivery process, from the earliest planning phases through design and construction to commissioning and operations and maintenance.
Alpha has been performing civil engineering design services since the firm’s inception. Our vision is to be recognized by our clients for responsive, innovative, and quality services in the building, transportation, and infrastructure sectors, and to be the employer of choice. Alpha was awarded the ENR Mid-Atlantic 2022 Design Firm of the Year and Top 100 PM/CM firm.
If you’re up for the challenge to stretch, grow and excel in your career as a Facilities Construction Manager, consider joining our award-winning team at Alpha Corporation to support our growing team.
We are seeking an experienced Facilities Construction Manager to lead field operations for a 150,000 square foot Defense Manufacturing and Distribution Facility in James City County, VA.
This is a long-term, full-time assignment running through November 2027. The selected CM will serve as the on-site leader, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
The Owner will provide lodging, per diem, and project-related expenses for qualified candidates.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee day-to-day vertical construction activities on-site
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, and vendors
• Monitor schedule, sequencing, and production performance
• Enforce site safety and quality control standards
• Lead weekly progress meetings and reporting
• Review drawings, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and security requirements
• Partner closely with Owner representatives and project stakeholders
Required Qualifications
• Proven experience as a Construction Manager on large-scale
• 7-8 years of experience in either industrial or manufacturing facilities
• Strong background in vertical construction (ground-up preferred)
• Experience managing projects 100,000+ SF
• Ability to manage complex coordination across multiple trades
• Strong scheduling and documentation experience
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to commit full-time work through November 2027
Preferred Experience
• Experience with manufacturing, distribution, or defense-related facilities
• Familiarity with secure or controlled-access environments
• Experience working with Owner-led projects
• Have a CCM Certification
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Owner-paid lodging
• Per diem provided
• Long-term project stability through 2027
• Opportunity to lead a high-profile advanced manufacturing facility
Physical Demands
The incumbent in this position can typically expect to sit and use his/her hands to handle and feel for more than 1/3 of the day. He/she can expect to stand or walk for more than 2/3 of the day. Talking and listening are also expected for more than 2/3 of the day. The ability to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, or reach with arms will be needed for less than 2/3 of the day.
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