Construction Manager (Grand Junction, CO)

Planate is hiring a full-time Construction Manager (Grand Junction, CO) in Cheyenne, Wyoming to deliver essential construction oversight for a VA hospital initiative that has already been awarded and requires on-site presence in Grand Junction, CO.

Role Overview

As the Construction Manager (Grand Junction, CO) at Planate, you will manage construction activities to maintain full adherence to contract terms while acting as the company's representative with the client and supplying reliable technical insights. You will coordinate building work with ongoing facility users, complete inspections that surface risks or problems, and propose practical fixes. Additional duties involve contributing specialized input during design assessments, evaluating constructability, and guiding the acquisition of materials and equipment. The assignment centers on supporting the VA Hospital Grand Junction project entirely on location in Grand Junction, Colorado, making this full-time Construction Manager (Grand Junction, CO) role ideal for professionals in or near Cheyenne, Wyoming seeking Planate careers in construction management.

Responsibilities

• Guide and coach personnel to finish construction tasks while maintaining thorough records and quality checks
• Observe contractor techniques and processes, offering direction so contractual, safety, and quality standards are met
• Evaluate contractor submissions for conformity and issue approvals or recommendations to the government
• Conduct site inspections that measure completed work, materials, and overall craftsmanship quality
• Verify that all activities match approved designs, specifications, standards, codes, and regulations
• Detect and log shortfalls or plan departures, then partner with the construction group to correct them
• Examine and apply safety and quality plans that uphold health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Assess project drawings and specifications for technical integrity and practical construction feasibility
• Supply constructability feedback and multi-discipline engineering oversight during design stages
• Travel to project locations to document current facility and site conditions and produce recommendations early in development
• Help prepare procurement packages covering both design and construction elements
• Carry out further duties aligned with the Construction Manager (Grand Junction, CO) position as appropriate

Skills & Qualifications

• Civil engineering degree or equivalent practical background directly related to the role's core functions
• Minimum of three years in civil or construction management, preferably gained on healthcare or hospital facilities
• Earlier work involving the Department of Veterans Affairs counts as a distinct advantage
• Solid understanding of construction scheduling techniques and the range of building trades and crafts
• Clear, professional written and spoken English communication skills
• Competence with Microsoft Office applications

Working at Planate

Planate Management Group operates as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business with primary offices in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida, plus technical support locations in Southeast Asia and East Africa. The firm supplies program management and facilities engineering services globally and functions as a small-business source of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management support for the US Department of Defense (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) and additional federal agencies worldwide. Planate is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Team members join a global organization recognized as a premier, trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions available anytime and anywhere, with a culture that prioritizes personal and professional care for every person. Full-time employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401K plan eligibility from hire; a health savings account option; life and AD&D coverage; short-term disability insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; wellness programs; training and development support; license and certification assistance; a recognition and rewards program; and travel insurance.

Next Steps

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