Project Manager On-Site

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Job Summary:

The On-Site Project Manager provides overall contract oversight and leads daily onsite operations for assigned project(s). Serving as the single point of contact (POC) for the Government, the On-Site Project Manager supervises all project staff, manages schedules, oversees subcontractors, ensures performance meets contractual requirements, and maintains consistent communication with DAWSON leadership and stakeholders. This multi-functional manager also ensures full compliance with all safety, environmental, and energy regulations. The On-Site Project Manager develops and manages the Accident Prevention Plan and Environmental Management System/Installation Energy Plan and serves as the onsite competent person for all safety and environmental matters.

This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide overall contract oversight, lead onsite operations, supervise project staff, and serve as the single Government POC with full authority to act for DAWSON on all contractual matters.
• Be onsite during Government working hours and reachable 24/7/365 via a company-provided cell phone.
• Manage project and maintenance schedules, coordinate field activities, and ensure timely completion of all urgent and priority tasks while maintaining required response times.
• Oversee all subcontractor activities, ensuring quality, timely performance, and full compliance with contract requirements.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, quality, environmental, and energy-management practices across all project areas.
• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the site-specific Accident Prevention Plan and Environmental Management System/Installation Energy Plan.
• Serve as the competent person on site for safety, environmental, and energy matters; provide guidance on hazard mitigation and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor staff performance, safety, and welfare; provide coaching, training, and clear project direction to technicians and support personnel.
• Prepare monthly reports and other contract-required documentation.
• Track and manage expenses, materials, schedules, and deliverables to ensure the project remains on budget and on schedule.
• Source materials and parts required to execute project tasks.
• Cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal DAWSON personnel.
• Oversee and participate in the completion and close-out of all work orders, ensuring all required deliverables are met.
• Balance substantial administrative workload, including documentation, reporting, and compliance tracking.
• Maintain onsite presence for all work being performed and exercise stop-work authority as needed to ensure safe execution.

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in facilities management or project management.
• Minimum of 5 years supervising a workforce responsible for operations, maintenance, repair, or construction activities.
• Experience managing operations, maintenance, or construction projects valued at $1-5 million annually.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to review, edit, and produce required reports and documentation.
• Ability to delegate tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong budget and schedule management skills, including the ability to make rapid modifications when required.
• Ability to sit for extended periods to complete administrative tasks.
• Construction Management Certificate or Professional Project Management Registration preferred.

• Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance
• Must be able to obtain a CAC Card.

Required Safety Credentials:

- EM385-1-1 training (required for SSHO duties)

- OSHA-30 training

- CPR/First Aid/AED certification

* Ability to serve as the onsite competent person for safety and environmental compliance.

Contingent upon award.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.

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