Travel Construction Manager, Civil Engineer

Leidos

Travel Construction Manager overseeing FAA construction projects for Leidos. Providing field oversight, quality assurance, contractor coordination, and project closeout across the eastern US and Caribbean.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $73,450 - $132,775 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction oversight, project management, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Proficient in coordinating with contractors and stakeholders while ensuring quality assurance and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor Of Science In Civil EngineeringConstruction OversightProject ManagementConstruction Methods KnowledgePublic Trust Clearance

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Hard Skills

Construction MonitoringQuality AssuranceRisk IdentificationTechnical Problem SolvingField Operations Management

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCoordination With Stakeholders

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGoogle WorkspaceBluebeamAutoCADPrimavera P6

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering LicensePublic Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Construction SupervisionGovernment FacilitiesCommercial ConstructionIndustrial ConstructionFAA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Federal Aviation Administration Eastern Service Area by providing construction oversight for projects
Monitor construction activities, report progress and issues, and ensure alignment with project scope, schedule, and objectives
Provide on-site construction monitoring, coordination, and quality assurance services
Lead and manage large-scale construction projects and field operations
Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors, engineers, and stakeholders
Ensure contractor compliance with safety policies, regulatory standards, and contract requirements through field oversight and construction quality assurance
Monitor construction progress, identify risks, track deviations, and resolve technical and construction challenges
Review RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and work plans
Support engineering coordination, constructability reviews, and field-driven design adjustments
Support inspections, commissioning, and project closeout, including punch list resolution
Maintain reports and as-built documentation
Communicate project status, risks, and updates to stakeholders
Develop solutions to complex technical problems using independent analysis and engineering judgment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
4+ years of experience in construction of commercial, industrial, or government facilities
Strong knowledge of construction methods, plans/specifications, building materials, applicable codes, and quality standards
Ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, engineers, and government stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and construction document review tools such as Bluebeam or similar
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends
Ability to meet travel requirements, including a valid driver’s license and passport
Ability to perform field duties in active construction environments, navigate uneven terrain, and work in varying environmental conditions
Ability to access elevated work areas using ladders and stairs up to 12 flights, including when elevators are unavailable
Ability to work in mechanical and equipment rooms with elevated noise and active construction conditions
Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials or equipment up to 25 pounds
Professional Engineering license or progress toward licensure preferred
Experience with AutoCAD, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project preferred
Prior FAA or government project experience, including construction supervision or field oversight, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel expenses are reimbursed in accordance with company and federal guidelines
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
Competitive compensation