About this Role
COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions
JOB TITLE: Project Manager II
DEPARTMENT: Construction Operations
LOCATION: Job Site or Hybrid
REPORTS TO: Director of Construction Operations or Senior Project Manager
MATRIX INTERFACES: Program Manager, Safety/Quality, Finance, HR, IT/Cyber, Legal/Compliance, Preconstruction
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager II to independently lead multiple and/or complex federal projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of project management experience, including demonstrated success overseeing Design-Build (DB) or Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) efforts. This role requires advanced knowledge of federal regulations and compliance, strong leadership capabilities, and excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The Project Manager II is expected to provide guidance to Project Manager I employees, drive consistent project execution, and build strong client relationships while delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget. The successful candidate will be accountable for delivering projects that meet safety, quality, schedule, cost, and client expectations.
What You'll Do
- Project Leadership: Independently leads multiple and/or complex federal construction projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring successful execution of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and compliance objectives.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Builds and maintains strong working relationships with federal agencies, clients, subcontractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.
- Budget & Resource Management: Develops and manages project budgets, forecasts costs, monitors resource utilization, and proactively addresses cost or schedule variances.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Ensures compliance with applicable federal regulations, contract requirements, and QGS standards while identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks.
- Schedule & Scope Management: Develops and maintains integrated project schedules, manages scope changes, and coordinates recovery plans to maintain project performance.
- Team Leadership: Leads cross-functional project teams while providing day-to-day guidance and mentorship to Project Manager I employees and promoting collaboration, accountability, quality, and safety.
- Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Delivers timely project reporting, analyzes project performance metrics, recommends operational improvements, and supports consistent execution across multiple projects.
What You'll Bring
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years managing federal construction projects, with demonstrated success leading multiple and/or complex projects in regulated environments while consistently delivering safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
- Education:
- Certifications: PMP within 24 months of hire; OSHA 10 required (QGS will support if needed). Additional certifications such as Six Sigma, CCM, or PgMP are a plus.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Strong knowledge of federal contracting procedures, FAR/DFARS requirements, DCAA principles, and applicable quality and security standards.
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency with project management software, scheduling tools, cost control systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to mentor Project Manager I employees and effectively lead cross-functional teams.
- Clearance: Ability to obtain if required and maintain a federal security clearance and satisfy project-specific background requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing multiple concurrent federal construction projects.
- Experience serving federal agencies.
- Demonstrated experience mentoring junior project managers or project engineers.
- Experience managing projects utilizing Design-Build (DB) or EPC delivery methods.
- Experience leading cross-functional project teams within a matrix organization.
Preferred Licenses/Certifications
- PMP
- OSHA 10 Safety
- Field Trade Experience
Systems and Tools
- Maintains project documentation, schedules, cost data, RFIs, submittals, change management documentation, and project reporting within approved QGS systems. Ensures data accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting while supporting continuous process improvement.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides day-to-day guidance and mentorship to APM I, APM II, and Project Manager I employees and project teams.
- Coordinates project assignments and supports knowledge sharing and best practices.
- May lead project teams and functional resources without direct supervisory authority.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Travel Required: Yes
- Percent of Time: Up to 80%
- Overnight Travel: Yes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
If one-third of the time, “seldom” or “occasionally” If one-third to two-thirds of the time or more occasionally to frequently” If more than two-thirds of the time, “constantly”]
- Stationary Position - Frequently
- Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Seldom
- Climb - Seldom
- Kneel - Seldom
- Grab - Seldom
- Bend - Seldom
- Lift/carry over - 10 - 30 LBS
- Vision - 20/20 Corrected Vision
- Hearing - Receive detailed information if spoken to
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Wet or Humid - Seldom
- Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Seldom
- Working near or on heavy machinery - Seldom
- Working in high places - Seldom
- Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Seldom
- Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Seldom
- Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Seldom
- Work with Electricity - Seldom
- Work with explosives - N/A
- Work on or near a source of radiation - Seldom
- Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Seldom
- Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions______________________
Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Get
Our Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Access to mental health support and resources
- 160 hours of paid time off per calendar year, prorated in the year of hire based on the employee’s start date, along with 11 company-observed paid holidays
Growth & Development
- Ongoing training and development programs
- Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Recognition & Financial Well-Being
- Employee recognition and rewards program
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)
Family Support
- Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families
Compensation RangeThe anticipated compensation for this position is USD $140,000.00/Yr. - USD $180,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.