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

We are proactively building a strong pipeline of experienced Construction Manager Representatives (CMRs) for upcoming projects across the United States. This is an opportunity to connect with top talent interested in future roles. The Construction Manager Representative (CMR) will support a diverse portfolio of federal projects across the United States, including the construction and rehabilitation of national parks, renovation of historic structures, and upgrades to critical infrastructure such as wastewater treatment facilities. Acting as the owner’s representative, the CMR will oversee field activities to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contract requirements, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines.

This role requires a hands-on professional with strong experience in construction oversight, coordination with multiple stakeholders, and a thorough understanding of federal project standards. The ideal candidate will be adaptable and capable of working across a variety of project types and geographic locations, ensuring quality execution from project initiation through completion.

Candidates in this pipeline will be considered for upcoming assignments as project needs arise in key markets including MN, WY, VA, TX, NM, IA, AZ, DC, FL, MT and more.

*All positions are required to work onsite throughout the United States.*

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

• Represent owner/client interests on construction projects
• Oversee day-to-day construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and safety standards
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, inspectors, and stakeholders
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and quality control measures
• Conduct site inspections and document progress
• Identify and resolve field issues in a timely manner
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and environmental requirements
• Prepare reports, logs, and project documentation

Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

Required Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in construction management, inspection, or field engineering
• Experience working as an owner’s representative or in a similar CMR role preferred
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, safety standards, and project controls
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contracts
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness and ability to travel or relocate based on project needs
• 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

Preferred Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

• Infrastructure, transportation, utility, or energy sector projects
• Familiarity with federal, state, or municipal construction standards
• Certifications such as PMP, CCM, OSHA, or similar are a plus

Why Join Our Talent Pipeline?

• Be first in line for upcoming opportunities across multiple high-demand regions
• Work on impactful, large-scale projects nationwide
• Flexible placement based on your availability and preferred locations
• Competitive compensation aligned with market and project scope

How This Works

This is not an immediate opening but part of our strategic hiring pipeline. Qualified candidates will be contacted as opportunities become available that align with their experience, location preferences, and availability.

This is not an immediate opening but part of our strategic hiring pipeline. Qualified candidates will be contacted as opportunities become available that align with their experience, location preferences, and availability.

Working Environment

This is a fully on-site position at Fort Donelson National Battlefield, involving active construction site conditions and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The role supports critical infrastructure and preservation efforts within a historically significant federal site.

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.