About Bodwé Group Companies

Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors, committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre-development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations. By integrating expertise across architecture, engineering, construction, and facility management, we deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions that drive efficiency and deliver distinctive outcomes.

Position Summary

The Construction Manager provides on-site construction oversight and contract administration support for projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents, applicable regulations, and quality standards. This role serves as a key liaison between the Contracting Officer (CO), project stakeholders, and the Construction Contractor. This is a 100% onsite role performed onsite at Carlsbad Caverns National Park.

The primary project will replace the existing water distribution system with approximately 4,000 linear feet of 8-inch, 6-inch, 4-inch, 2-inch and ¾-inch HDPE water mains, service lines, master meter vault, and appurtenances serving the park’s historic Housing and Administrative offices and comfort station. Work includes soil borings to identify any karst voids in the project area, extensive rock trenching, hardscape replacement, and revegetation. In addition project work also includes the following companion projects:

• Replacement and relocation of an existing comfort station lift station, integrated controls, 175 feet of electrical conduit, and approximately 330 feet of associated sewer lines plus manholes.
• Replacement and relocation of a single 8-inch C900 water transmission main approximately 830 feet long, associated fittings, valves, and drain assembly.

Accommodation Requests

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact our HR Director (April Hawkins) at 269-927-0144 or careers@bodwegroup.com

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Obtain Contracting Officer (CO) approval before releasing information externally.
• Notify CO promptly of issues, risks, or field conflicts.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders including NPS staff, contractors, and consultants.
• Draft and manage project correspondence for CO review.
• Document disputes, issues, and contractor performance concerns.
• Participate in meetings and conference calls as required.
• Provide reports, findings, and recommendations to the CO.
• Upload project documentation within required timelines and maintain compliance with data handling requirements (including PII restrictions).

• Organize, attend, and facilitate project meetings, including weekly progress meetings.
• Chair meetings between project stakeholders and the contractor (except pre-construction conference).
• Prepare and distribute detailed meeting minutes.
• Attend contractor-led safety meetings.
• Review and process contractor submittals for compliance and completeness.
• Monitor and track all submittals through project completion.
• Review project schedules and provide schedule analysis documentation.
• Verify certified payroll compliance and conduct labor interviews.
• Review monthly payment applications and supporting documentation.
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), including tracking and drafting responses.
• Review daily quality control reports and contractor documentation.
• Evaluate Operation & Maintenance manuals, warranties, and closeout documents.
• Develop scopes of work for contract modifications.
• Prepare detailed Government cost estimates (labor, materials, equipment).
• Evaluate contractor proposals, claims, and change requests.
• Prepare cost analyses and negotiation documentation.
• Assist in negotiation processes and prepare supporting records.
• Perform daily on-site inspections to ensure:
• • Compliance with contract documents
  • Adherence to applicable codes and regulations
  • Quality workmanship and progress
• Prepare and distribute daily reports with photographic documentation.
• Monitor contractor safety compliance and Accident Prevention Plans (APP).
• Conduct quantity surveys and verify work completed.
• Maintain photographic records of construction progress.
• Verify accuracy of project record drawings.
• Conduct substantial completion inspections and develop deficiency lists with cost estimates.

• Coordinate inspections with architects, engineers, code officials, and safety personnel.
• Ensure inspections are completed efficiently and documented properly.
• Utilize NPS-provided project management software to:

• • Manage communication and documentation
  • Track RFIs, submittals, and project issues
  • Maintain project directory and correspondence logs
  • Upload and manage drawings, specifications, and reports
  • Track tasks, reminders, and project progress
  • Facilitate collaboration among stakeholders

• Timely submission of all reports, reviews, evaluations, and documentation (typically within one week unless otherwise directed).
• Accurate and complete project records maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

Required Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field OR 6+ years of equivalent experience
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Certification
• Strong knowledge of:
• • Construction practices and methodologies
  • Federal and state water and wastewater regulations
  • Building codes and safety regulations
  • Cost estimating, cost breakdowns, and negotiation processes
  • Technical and professional writing
• Proficiency in:
• • Microsoft Project, Word, and Excel
  • PDF editing and document management systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain detailed documentation, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license

Working Environment

This position primarily operates in a professional office setting with standard office equipment and a quiet, climate-controlled environment. While in the office, there is no regular exposure to loud noise, hazardous materials, or heavy machinery.

This role also requires periodic travel to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions found on job sites. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required during these visits, depending on site conditions. While on site visits, an individual in this role will be required to work typical hours at the request of the client or role demands.

Physical Demands

Sitting/Standing: This is not a sedentary role. This role requires the ability to be on your feet moving around a construction site for most of the day interacting with contractors, contractor representatives, and inspecting the construction work that is being performed.

Walking: This role requires the ability to move about outside in various geographic and building terrains to access a construction site to provide quality assurance services.

Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: This role requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and ladder climbing to inspect all aspects of building construction to foundations, crawlspaces, and roofs.

Using Hands/Fingers: This role constantly operates technological office equipment such as laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, and scanners, copiers, and fax machines.

Talking/Hearing: This role requires constant communication with others in the organization to exchange information, review information, and make decisions about information.

Seeing: This role requires the ability to see, view, and distinguish all aspects of construction to ensure quality control.

Carrying/Lifting: This role requires lifting up to 30 lbs to transport technological office equipment, safety equipment, and other needed construction items to and from various workspaces. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Native American Hiring Preference

Our parent company, Mno-Bmadsen, prefers to hire Pokagon citizens who are qualified and suitable for available positions. For purposes of this section, “qualified” means that the applicant meets the technical and experiential needs for employment; and “suitable” means that the candidate appears to be the best fit considering present circumstances and conditions. Targeted preference is in the following order:

• First, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens; and
• Second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents; and
• Third, to other qualified Native Americans; and
• Fourth, to all other qualified applicants

Any determinations as to the applicability of the Pokagon hiring preference are at the discretion of each Company President.

Home Office Connectivity Requirements for Hybrid & Remote Positions

To ensure reliable collaboration, client service, and secure access to company systems, the Company requires minimum connectivity standards to be eligible or remain eligible to work in a hybrid or remote capacity. Employees working remotely must maintain broadband internet service capable of consistently supporting video conferencing, VPN connectivity, and cloud-based applications. Hybrid or remote work eligibility may be reassessed if connectivity standards are not met. This includes:

• Wired broadband service (cable, fiber, or DSL) with at least minimum 100 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload
• Some positions may require minimum 200-300 Mbps download / 25-35 Mbps upload speed

Cellular hotspot or fixed wireless cellular services (e.g., T-Mobile Home Internet) may not be used as a primary connection. The Company will comply with all local, state, and federal requirements as it relates to the reimbursement of home internet expenses. Eligibility for reimbursement of home internet expenses is defined in a separate policy.