Senior Construction Manager- Federal Projects

About SIRIS

SIRIS is a CVE-verified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in construction management, project management, and commissioning services for federal, healthcare, and institutional clients nationwide.

We partner with organizations delivering mission-critical infrastructure where safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance are essential. Our teams bring technical expertise, disciplined execution, and collaborative leadership to every project.

At SIRIS, we believe strong teams are built on accountability, humility, and the courage to lead when challenges arise.

Position Summary

SIRIS, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to provide on-site construction management and oversight services for the Elevator Modernization, project at the Library of Congress's James Madison Memorial Building in Washington, DC.

Serving in an Owner's Representative capacity, the Senior Construction Manager will oversee the modernization of six elevators, including refurbishment of four existing elevators, and associated utility infrastructure improvements.

The successful candidate will serve as the primary on-site construction management resource, coordinating with the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), contractors, design professionals, and a part-time Certified Elevator Inspector to support project delivery, contract compliance, and construction quality.

Who Will Succeed in This Role

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction management professional with strong leadership capabilities, technical familiarity with elevator modernization, and the ability to independently oversee complex construction activities.

Success in this role requires sound judgment, proactive problem-solving, and effective stakeholder coordination within an active federal facility.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Leadership & Accountability: Ability to independently manage construction activities, contractor performance, and project priorities.
• Technical Expertise: Understanding of elevator modernization, construction sequencing, and associated building systems.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to evaluate schedules, construction costs, and emerging project risks.
• Effective Communication: Strong written and verbal communication with contractors, design professionals, and government representatives.
• Problem-Solving & Collaboration: Ability to resolve construction conflicts and coordinate stakeholders to maintain project progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site construction management representative, overseeing contractor performance, construction quality, safety, and contract compliance.
• Coordinate with the AOC Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), contractors, design professionals, and facility stakeholders.
• Oversee elevator refurbishment, new installations, machine room expansion, and associated utility improvements.
• Review contractor schedules, monitor milestones, identify delays, and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and coordinate Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, change orders, and construction documentation.
• Support construction estimating, cost evaluations, and assessment of schedule or budget impacts.
• Conduct site observations, lead progress meetings, and prepare construction reports and project documentation.
• Coordinate with the part-time Certified Elevator Inspector regarding specialized inspections, testing, and code compliance.
• Identify construction conflicts, unforeseen conditions, and project risks requiring Owner attention.
• Support punch-list resolution, commissioning, project closeout, and final acceptance.

Project Considerations

Given that construction activities will take place within the Library of Congress's James Madison Memorial Building, an active and historically significant federal facility, the project team must consider the following:

• Maintaining building operations, occupant safety, accessibility, and elevator service throughout construction.
• Protecting historic architectural features, existing building systems, and infrastructure.
• Coordinating construction sequencing, contractor access, planned shutdowns, and nighttime activities.
• Identifying unforeseen conditions and potential schedule or cost impacts.
• Maintaining compliance with applicable federal regulations, AOC requirements, elevator safety codes, and contract specifications.

Education & Experience

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field, consistent with AOC IDIQ requirements.
• Professional Credential: A Professional Engineer (PE) license or professional architecture credential is required unless the candidate has a minimum of 20 years of relevant field experience.

Required Certifications

• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Quality Control Management (QCM) Certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Training.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction management experience, including demonstrated elevator construction experience.
• Experience independently overseeing contractor performance, construction schedules, quality, safety, and contract compliance.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and contract documents.
• Proficiency in Primavera scheduling software, construction estimating, and e-Builder project management systems.
• Experience coordinating with Owner representatives, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Preferred Experience & Technical Skills

• Experience managing complex elevator modernization, rehabilitation, and installation projects.
• Experience supporting federal or institutional construction projects, particularly within occupied or historic facilities.
• Familiarity with AOC procedures, federal construction contracts, and government reporting requirements.
• Technical knowledge of elevator systems, associated MEP infrastructure, accessibility, and life-safety requirements.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential or additional elevator-specific technical training.
• Experience coordinating specialized inspections, testing, commissioning, and final acceptance.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Procore, or similar construction management software.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work full-time on-site in Washington, DC, with flexibility for nighttime construction activities.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to satisfy applicable federal security screening, site access, and badging requirements.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, SIRIS, LLC is unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship or support employer-sponsored visa transfers for this position.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed within occupied federal facilities, project offices, elevator machine rooms, and active construction environments.
• Ability to navigate construction sites, climb stairs, and perform site observations involving standing or walking, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• May be exposed to construction-related noise, dust, equipment operations, and varying environmental conditions.
• Must comply with site safety protocols and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: SIRIS pays 99% of the individual base plan premium and 50% of dependent coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Company match up to 4%.
• Paid Time Off: PTO and paid holidays.
• Annual Bonus Eligibility: Based on individual and company performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SIRIS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.