Construction Manager - Construction Administrator

Job description

**SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector.** Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success. At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; **we cultivate it**, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve. **Position Overview** The Construction Manager – Construction Administrator (CM-CA) provides onsite construction management and administrative oversight for VA healthcare facility projects, specifically supporting the EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades at Hudson Valley Health Care System (Montrose VAMC). Serving as the Contractor’s authorized point of contact with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), the CM-CA ensures construction activities comply with project specifications, VA standards, codes, and Medical Center requirements through submittal review coordination, RFI tracking, schedule monitoring, field inspections, as-built verification, defect identification, commissioning support, and claims assistance. The CM-CA applies sound professional judgment to evaluate technical documentation, assess constructability, identify deficiencies, ensure compliance with applicable local, state, federal, and VA design standards, and support successful project delivery while minimizing disruption to patient care, hospital operations, and ongoing medical services. **Mode:** - This is a full-time, onsite position. Location for this position is: Salem, VA - Employees are expected to report to the designated work location during scheduled work hours. - Any required travel is the employee's responsibility and is not compensated unless otherwise required by applicable law. - The company does not provide a company vehicle. Employees must use their own transportation when travel is required. **Key Responsibilities** The Construction Manager – Construction Administrator is expected to: - Serve as the Contractor’s authorized point of contact with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for assigned construction projects throughout all phases of project delivery. - Provide construction management and administrative oversight during project planning, design review, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout activities. - Coordinate and manage the submittal review process, ensuring General Contractor compliance with specification requirements and timely stakeholder reviews. - Review submittals on behalf of VHA to verify proposed materials and methods meet project specifications, VA standards, codes, and Medical Center requirements. - Document, track, monitor, and coordinate Requests for Information (RFIs) and responses throughout the construction period. - Review and monitor construction phase schedules with emphasis on milestone completions, phasing requirements, workflow, material deliveries, and inspection/testing dates. - Perform daily field inspections of construction work, identify non-conforming activities, notify the COR when correction is required, and troubleshoot field issues. - Compile lists of defects and omissions from site inspections and provide them to the COR for determination of correction needs. - Identify construction deficiencies and present findings with supporting documentation, including experience presenting three similar projects demonstrating relevant construction management capability. - Provide field verification of as-built drawings and assist with creation/updates of as-builts to ensure accurate reflection of all changes. - Support Commissioning Agent and General Contractor with commissioning activities per the Whole Building Commissioning Process Manual. - Assist in development of courses of action for construction issues and provide troubleshooting support for field problems. - Monitor project financial data and budgetary cost accounting, including administration of construction contract change orders. - Participate in claims analysis and resolution services when required, including furnishing reports, preparing appeal files, and participating in negotiations. - Attend and support weekly/bi-weekly progress meetings, follow up on Government actions, and maintain thorough records of occurrences for conflict resolution. - Serve as onsite lead for the contract team, overseeing all Task Order personnel and ensuring adherence to contract terms and conditions. - Report to the COR as necessary/appropriate and receive instructions on task requirements; contractors awaiting security clearance report daily for Visitor Badges. - Maintain marked-up sets of project plans/specifications for future as-built drawings and review Operational/Maintenance data and closeout submittals. - Ensure all assigned building systems and associated project work comply with applicable VA design criteria, federal, state, and local codes, industry standards, and facility operational requirements. - Perform all duties with consideration for patient safety, infection control, continuity of healthcare operations, and the unique challenges associated with construction within an occupied medical facility. **Reporting Relationships** - Direct administrative report: Regional Manager. - Operational direction: Government Contracting Officer’s Representative - Day-to-day supervision: Task Order Lead, providing onsite and remote oversight as applicable for assigned Task Orders. - No government employee supervises contract employees; no contract employee supervises government employees. **Required Qualifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture from an accredited institution OR 3 years of directly related construction experience as a substitute for higher education.