Project Manager, Federal Construction

Job overview

The Project Manager, Federal Construction role is onsite at Joint Base Lewis–McChord, near Tacoma, WA. Compensation is $120,000–$150,000 annually, based on experience, with eligibility for a short-term incentive plan. The role supports City Light & Power's Construction Project Management Office and its federal, municipal, and private-sector construction projects. The project manager coordinates design-build construction from planning through closeout, overseeing subcontractors, schedules, budgets, procurement, quality, and safety. The role supports reliable delivery of mission-critical infrastructure and maintains client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

What you'll do

• Plan and execute federal projects
• coordinate subcontractors and site superintendents
• develop budgets, schedules, and construction service plans
• review design documents
• report project progress, risk, and financial performance
• travel 20–30% to project sites
• lead project meetings
• manage site logistics and staffing with the superintendent
• oversee procurement, cost control, and change management
• conduct field and quality inspections
• establish QA/QC procedures
• communicate and enforce safety standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project manager

federal construction

full-time

onsite

joint base lewis–mcchord

tacoma wa

city light & power

design-build

project controls

quality assurance

20–30% travel

$120,000–$150,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• and eligibility for a short-term incentive plan.

Why this role

Requires U.S. citizenship and ability to work onsite at Joint Base Lewis–McChord; military base access security clearance is required. Travel is 20–30%, including overnight travel.

About the employer

City Light & Power, Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction. Sector: 23.