Construction Project Manager / Elevator Inspector

Responsibilities

The Construction Manager will provide full-time, onsite oversight for the elevator modernization project, ensuring adherence to construction documents, schedules, and quality standards. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, managing project documentation, coordinating with stakeholders, and verifying compliance with safety and industry codes.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or at least five years of equivalent construction industry experience. Extensive knowledge of elevator systems, mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems, and experience working in secure environments is required.

Skills

• Construction Management
• Elevator Inspection
• Project Scheduling
• Quality Control
• Code Compliance
• Submittal Review
• Site Inspection
• Technical Documentation
• Mechanical Systems
• Electrical Systems
• Safety Oversight
• Contract Administration
• Budget Monitoring
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Reporting
• Risk Management

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits

About this role

Job Title: Construction Manager

Location: Sidney L. Christie Federal Building located at 845 5th Ave, Huntington WV 25701

Pay Range: $100,000 – $115,000/yr (based on qualifications and experience) plus benefits

Client: General Services Administration (GSA) 

Project Name: Huntington Federal Building Elevator Modernization Project

Project Duration: 365 days

Anticipated Start Date: December 1, 2026

Project Details (Size, SOW, Site Background, etc.):

Provide Full-time, onsite Construction Management (CMa) services in support of the Huntington Federal Building Elevator Modernization Project at Huntington Federal Building, at the Sidney L. Christie Federal Building, Huntington, WV. The CMa Contractor shall provide Construction Management and professional inspection services to the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) during the project construction phase. The CMa Contractor is responsible for monitoring work to verify strict adherence to the construction documents, overall project schedule, and all quality requirements, industry codes, and standards. 

Daily Responsibilities: 

* Conduct reviews of the phasing plan and the Contractor’s baseline CPM schedule 
* Verify procurement and submittal schedules for long-lead elevator components 
* Engage in the preconstruction conference proceedings 
* Conduct a thorough review of the Quality Control Plan provided by the Contractor 
* Ensure construction coordination with GSA, building management, and tenants to reduce operational interference 
* CMa verify Submittals follow the Buy American Act. 
* Ensuring that all equipment is non-proprietary
* Execute frequent onsite inspections throughout active construction periods 
* Monitor work progress and assess adherence to the authorized construction schedule 
* Verify installation of elevator machinery, including controllers, machines, door operators, guide rails, cabs, fixtures, and related electrical systems 
* Review of RFIs, proposed contract modifications, and REAs, following the latest code updates, providing technical guidance to the GSA Project Manager 
* Evaluate payment applications and offer recommendations based on physically observed progress 
* Attend and produce documentation for all progress meetings 
* Maintain all project records within Kahua or other designated GSA management systems 
* Observe contractor quality control activities and identify any deficiencies requiring remediation 
* Coordinate with the A/E, Contractor, GSA Project Manager, and Contracting Officer during the construction phase
* Monitor and coordinate: Inspections of equipment installation, Functional performance testing of elevator systems, ASME A17.1 acceptance testing protocols, Testing for Firefighters’ Emergency Operation, Emergency power operation tests, where applicable, independent elevator inspections as required by the AHJ, Verification that identified deficiencies are resolved prior to final acceptance.
* Coordinate inspections for the punch list, Coordinate 3rd party elevator inspections, confirm completion of all corrective work items, Review O&M manuals for accuracy, verify delivery of warranties and maintenance records, Review record/as-built drawings for accuracy, Confirm execution of all required owner training, Support GSA with Final Acceptance and Substantial Completion. 
* Provide Weekly reports on construction progress - ensuring all electronic testing equipment and deliverables are received, Monthly executive level summaries, Minutes for all project meetings, Evaluations of project schedules, Memoranda regarding payment recommendations, Reports detailing deficiencies and punch list items, A final project closeout report.
* The contracted position will be required to work full-time (hours will vary) during business hours (6:00am - 6:00pm) onsite during all construction activities. The Contractor shall work 40 hours per week unless otherwise noted. The Contractor will be required to perform oversight and inspection services during the same working hours as the Construction Contractor.

Required Qualifications (Experience, Education, Certifications, Clearances, etc.): 

* The Construction Manager shall have a Bachelors degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or similar technical degree) or evidence of work experience or knowledge to compensate for absence of higher education. In the absence of a degree, equivalent construction industry experience, demonstrated technical knowledge, and relevant professional qualifications may be considered. A minimum of five (5) years of construction work experience may be accepted in lieu of the educational requirement, subject to review and approval of the candidate’s qualifications.
* Have extensive knowledge of construction administration to include elevator systems, mechanical/electrical/plumbing system work, historic preservation, abatement, elevator, etc. 
* Have extensive experience in reviewing contractor shop drawings and submittals.
* Have hands-on experience managing construction projects in mechanical rooms and operating in confined areas with tight tolerances.
* Have experience with PBS Interim Core Building Standards and code compliance 
* Have experience working on design bid build projects
* Have extensive hands-on experience managing construction projects in Courts’ facilities and Courts’ secure work environments, commensurate with a minimum of 5 years work construction management experience in secure work environments and facilities.
* The CMa Contractor must hold and maintain a favorable background check for the duration of the project, and/or be able to pass and maintain the Government’s HSPD-12 requirements
* Shall possess a working knowledge of construction practices and call upon this knowledge to assist in implementing the various plans set forth on the project including Quality Assurance, Safety, Time, Cost, Change and Information Management 
* The CM shall be familiar with the site op...

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