Job Title: Assistant Project Manager/Project Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager with 5-10+ years of experience in the construction industry or a comparable field. The successful candidate will have worked on projects in the $5-20 million range, preferably as an Owners Construction Management Representative. This role is part of our on-site Construction Management team for the $500 million revitalization of the National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall in Washington, DC. Experience with a General Contractor and coordinating shipping logistics and tenant office moves is advantageous. This position involves moving and reinstalling museum artifacts before, during, and after construction over an approximate three-year duration. Excellent communication skills and a strong team player ethos are essential.

Responsibilities

• Move and reinstall museum artifacts before, during, and after construction over an approximate three-year duration.
• Prepare a Contract Procurement package (RFP) that includes plans, specifications, and reference appendices. Coordinate all aspects of the RFP with multiple stakeholders, ensuring all exhibits are properly referenced.
• Manage an existing construction contract for compliance with specifications, including schedule, budget, quality, submittals, and RFI.
• Issue change directives (PCN) and manage all parts of the change process, including issuing the change scope with references to the base contract, evaluating proposal technical merit, developing an independent cost estimate, and negotiating settlements.
• Manage site logistics and security access for secured facilities, ensuring contractors have proper permits for transport and crane operations. Coordinate delivery times with stakeholders and/or agencies.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to reconcile divergent priorities.

Essential Skills

• 5-10+ years of experience in the construction industry or comparable industry.
• Experience with RFI's, submittals, and strong capabilities with subcontracts.
• Experience coordinating construction, shipping logistics, relocation, move management, or tenant office moves.
• Excellent communication skills and proven team player.
• Ability to interact effectively with owners, engineers, contractors, and government officials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with a General Contractor.
• Experience as an Owners Construction Management Representative.
• Engaging personality suitable for interaction with diverse stakeholders.

Work Environment

This role is located on-site at the Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC, with no option for remote work initially. However, once fully acclimated, remote work may be permitted as needed. This position offers the opportunity to work with a top-rated global AEC firm and participate in exciting projects within the museum facilities.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $48.08/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Washington,DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2025.

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