Full-Time

Construction Manager

Copper River Family of Companies

Copper River Family of Companies

51-200 employees

Manages SBA 8(a) operating companies

No salary listed

Philadelphia, PA, USA

In Person

On-site in Philadelphia, PA; relocation not specified.

Bachelor's

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • Active Secret Security Clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (ABET accredited), Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or Architecture (NAAB accredited)
  • Ability to pass the USACE EM 385-1-1 Safety & Health Examination within 15 days of onboarding
  • Federal construction contract administration
  • Construction scheduling and budgeting
  • Quality assurance and quality control
  • Engineering principles
  • Construction safety regulations
  • Minimum 7 years of experience as a Construction Manager, Project Manager, Field Engineer, or Quality Control Manager supporting commercial, industrial, military, utility, or waterfront construction projects valued at $5 million or greater
  • Thorough understanding of NAVFAC construction management practices
  • Strong leadership and project coordination skills
  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and contract documents
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate with contractors, designers, contracting officers, and senior Government officials
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent construction projects
Responsibilities
  • Provide construction management oversight for multiple federal construction projects from pre-award through project closeout.
  • Review construction drawings, specifications, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and contract documents for constructability and compliance.
  • Conduct routine site inspections to monitor construction progress, workmanship, quality, and contractor compliance.
  • Coordinate and attend pre-bid conferences, preconstruction meetings, quality control meetings, partnering sessions, schedule reviews, and final inspections.
  • Review contractor submittals, schedules, quality control plans, environmental protection plans, accident prevention plans, and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
  • Monitor contractor Requests for Information (RFIs), recommend technical solutions, and coordinate responses with designers and Government stakeholders.
  • Ensure contractor compliance with NAVFAC quality control requirements and the Three-Phase Quality Control Process.
  • Review contractor schedules, invoices, progress payments, retainage recommendations, and contract modifications.
  • Prepare technical reports, project status updates, independent government estimates (IGEs), and documentation supporting Contracting Officer decisions.
  • Support contract closeout activities, including punch lists, warranties, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals, DD Form 1354 documentation, and as-built drawings.
  • Mentor junior construction personnel and participate in continuous process improvement initiatives.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned
Desired Qualifications
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA)
  • Previous experience supporting NAVFAC or USACE military construction programs
  • Experience with NAVFAC Business Management System (BMS)
  • Working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and NAVFAC acquisition processes
Copper River Family of Companies

Copper River Family of Companies

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Copper River Family of Companies is a portfolio of industry-leading operating companies owned by the Native Village of Eyak. The group participates in the SBA 8(a) program (active since 2006, including current and graduated members) and offers customized solutions and services to clients. The companies deliver their offerings through multiple specialized subsidiaries, combining federal contracting experience with tailored services across diverse industries. The approach centers on leveraging 8(a) status and the collective strengths of the portfolio to meet client needs with personalized, scalable solutions. The goal is to provide clients with practical, customized services while helping participants grow and sustain their businesses within a community-focused organization.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Beavercreek, Ohio

Founded

2006

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What believers are saying

  • TPG brought $36.9 million trailing-12-month prime revenue and strong State Department exposure.
  • GSA eLibrary shows Copper River Cyber Solutions contract 47QTCA26D0079 runs through 2046.
  • Copper Lights targets Department of War and Space Force missions with mentor-protégé backing.

What critics are saying

  • Integration of TPG and Copper Lights distracts teams during 2026 proposal cycles.
  • Copper River still depends on federal contract vehicles, especially STARS III ending July 2026.
  • A missed recompete or JV underperformance would squeeze growth and valuation fast.

What makes Copper River Family of Companies unique

  • Owned by Native Village of Eyak, giving tribally owned federal contracting access.
  • January 22, 2026 acquisition of The Prospective Group deepened cybersecurity, analytics, modernization.
  • July 23, 2026 Copper Lights JV added By Light scale for defense pursuits.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays