Construction Project Manager – Lead High-Impact Civil and Marine Infrastructure for Government Agencies
Job Overview:
- Company: Saboungi Construction Inc.
- Salary/Pay Rate: $80,000 - $120,000 per year plus Performance and Year-End Bonuses.
- Location: Onsite - Central and North Florida.
- Job/Employment Type: Full-Time.
- Schedule: Monday - Friday.
- Project Scope: Federal, Civil, Marine, and Waterfront Infrastructure.
- Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.
The Opportunity: You will take command of high-visibility federal, civil, and marine projects, serving as the primary liaison between our firm and government agencies. This role offers the chance to manage complex marine and civil infrastructure while leveraging your expertise in FAR compliance to drive the growth of our specialized infrastructure division.
How You Will Make an Impact:
- Manage all phases of commercial construction projects from contract award through final closeout, ensuring milestones, budgets, schedules, and federal agency requirements are met.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for federal agencies, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders, providing clear communication and project leadership.
- Lead internal teams including superintendents, project engineers, and administrative staff while mentoring junior personnel and fostering professional growth.
- Administer complex federal contracts, including FAR clauses, certified payroll, Davis-Bacon prevailing wages, and Build America, Buy America (BABA) compliance, ensuring 100% adherence to government regulations and reporting requirements.
- Oversee civil and marine construction scopes including marine and waterfront construction, structural concrete and seawall systems, sitework and earthwork, utility installation, and landscaping/exterior improvements.
- Supervise specialized subcontractors performing heavy civil, marine, structural concrete, seawall, and utility installation work, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with environmental and permitting requirements.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules (CPM preferred), budgets, and cost controls, proactively identifying risks, tracking costs, and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Lead subcontractor buyouts, contract negotiations, pay application approvals, change orders, RFIs, and submittals to protect project scope, budget, and timeline.
- Ensure strict adherence to quality control plans, federal inspections, safety standards, and environmental regulations, coordinating third-party inspections and testing as needed.
- Support preconstruction efforts, including constructability reviews and value engineering, while preparing transparent reports for ownership, clients, and stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Project Manager with a commercial general contractor.
- Demonstrated history of successfully managing federal construction projects and administering government contracts.
- Extensive experience overseeing civil and marine construction scopes, specifically waterfront and heavy civil work.
- Working knowledge of federal compliance tracking, including FAR clauses and certified payroll.
- Proficiency in Procore (or similar PM software) and Microsoft Project.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of total experience in the construction industry.
- Deep understanding of structural concrete and marine-specific safety and environmental standards.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Weekly pay cycle with performance and holiday bonuses.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Monthly gas and vehicle stipend or company vehicle options.
- Tech package including a smartphone or tablet for field use.
- Educational stipends and reimbursement for professional certifications.
- Travel projects with per diem and safety equipment provided.
- Access to annual company trips, outings, and referral bonus programs.
About Us: Saboungi Construction Inc. is a family-owned commercial general contractor that has defined the Central and North Florida landscape since 1982. We pride ourselves on being a fair and trusted employer, offering our team the autonomy to lead and the resources to succeed in specialized sectors like Marine and Government construction. Learn more at www.saboungiconstruction.com
Saboungi Construction Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
