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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Senior Construction Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 6/21/27
$165k - $180k/yr
Expert
Bachelor's
Northeastern United States, USA
HybridHybrid work; travel as required. Role covers the Northeastern U.S. (Hanscom AFB region).
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance are required.
  • A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture, or PMP with equivalent federal experience, is required.
  • At least 10 years of construction management experience, including at least 8 years on Federal/DoD projects, is required.
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-trade, concurrent task orders in an IDIQ/SATOC/MATOC environment is required.
  • Strong understanding of Federal construction standards, safety requirements, and contract compliance, including FAR/DFARS, is required.
  • Ability to manage high-volume communication with Government partners and track multiple active projects is required.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting multi-discipline design drawings, especially MEP systems, is required.
  • Knowledge of Federal and State regulatory frameworks, including OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ANSI, and local codes, is required.
  • Experience with Government project systems such as Procore, RMS, Kahua, Google Drive, and SharePoint is required.
  • Safety certifications include EM 385-1-1 Level 1, OSHA 30, and CPR/First Aid.
  • Skill in hazard identification, compliance oversight, and federal quality assurance processes is required.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project or Primavera, AutoCAD or Revit, Visio, and estimating tools is required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead multiple concurrent federal construction and renovation projects from kickoff to closeout.
  • Ensure project delivery on time, within budget, and in full compliance with contract requirements.
  • Manage complex phasing and outage-sensitive work in active mission environments.
  • Manage and mentor the PMO team, including the Safety Manager, Scheduler, Estimator, Project Specialists, and Site Superintendents.
  • Develop and manage working relationships with A&E firms, engineering partners, and trade contractors.
  • Oversee subcontractor performance, change coordination, and field execution.
  • Produce accurate scopes of work, cost estimates, and resource-loaded schedules using MS Project or Primavera.
  • Maintain schedule and cost control, and document, track, and report all changes.
  • Maintain short-term three-week look-ahead schedules and long-range Integrated Master Schedules.
  • Collaborate with the Designer of Record to ensure scope clarity and technical accuracy.
  • Ensure all work complies with OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and base-specific safety protocols.
  • Oversee quality assurance to meet or exceed federal standards and ensure long-term facility performance.
  • Serve as the primary interface with Government PMs, CORs, CE personnel, and mission stakeholders.
  • Participate in kickoff, partnering, pre-construction, design development, and coordination meetings.
  • Strengthen customer relationships to support follow-on work and long-term program success.

About the company

Akima provides services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers contracted, integrated services to help government missions succeed. As a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, Akima aims to create long-term value for its parent while achieving superior outcomes for customers, guided by Iñupiat values. Its differentiators include Alaska Native ownership, a broad multi-domain service footprint, and a focus on federal missions; its goal is to support customer missions and sustain value for NANA and the Iñupiat community.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Akima subsidiaries won MDA SHIELD positions on March 16, 2026.
  • Akima Data Management won FDA DevSecOps support worth $4.6 million in April 2026.
  • Akima’s 2025 Washington Technology rank improved to 31, signaling stronger scale.

What critics are saying

  • Akima faces dependence on federal spending and procurement timing across U.S. agencies.
  • Arevalo v. Akima, LLC reached the Fourth Circuit in July 2026.
  • Pinnacle Solutions' GSA schedule ends August 8, 2026, threatening recompete disruption.

What makes Akima unique

  • NANA-owned Alaska Native Corporation status helps Akima win set-aside federal work.
  • Akima spans facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, and construction.
  • Pinnacle Solutions adds Air Force training and sustainment depth after April 2023 acquisition.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match

Company News

PR Newswire
Oct 8th, 2026
Akima appoints Michael Teegardin as VP of marketing and communications

Akima, a federal government solutions provider with over 11,000 employees, has appointed Michael Teegardin as Vice President of Marketing & Communications. Teegardin will lead the company's brand, marketing, and communications strategy across the enterprise. Teegardin brings more than 20 years of experience advising senior leadership in the defence, aerospace, and federal services sectors. He most recently served as Chief Communications Officer at ASRC Federal, where he established the enterprise marketing function and led the company's rebranding. Previously, Teegardin held communications positions at BAE Systems and Weber Shandwick. A US Army veteran, he served as an intelligence analyst during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He holds a Master of Science in Communication from Purdue University. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation.

PR Newswire
Feb 19th, 2026
Akima appoints Lauren Cates as VP of business development for Emerging Markets Group

Akima, a federal government solutions provider, has appointed Lauren Cates as vice president of business development for its Emerging Markets Group. Cates will lead growth strategy and expand the company's presence in delivering mission-critical technologies to government and military customers. Cates brings over 15 years of federal contracting experience. She previously led Indigo IT's growth team, securing major contracts in cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise IT services, and spent more than a decade with Bowhead Family of Companies managing billion-dollar pipelines. Akima, a subsidiary of Alaska Native Corporation NANA, employs over 11,000 people and delivers solutions across IT, logistics, aerospace and construction. The company ranked #31 on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

PR Newswire
Feb 12th, 2026
Akima appoints Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer to drive operational excellence

Akima, a federal government contractor, has appointed Marcus Lopez as chief operating officer. Lopez will report to president and CEO Bill Monet and oversee operational excellence and customer delivery. Lopez brings over 30 years of experience in government and commercial sectors. Most recently, he served as president and chief growth officer at Belcan, a Cognizant company, where he led the integration of a $20 billion enterprise. Previously, he headed ManTech's Advanced Research Technology Business Unit. A former US Navy officer and pilot, Lopez commanded an elite strike/fighter squadron. Akima is a subsidiary of NANA, an Alaska Native Corporation, employing 11,000 people and delivering solutions in IT, aerospace, construction and other areas. The company ranked 31st on Washington Technology's 2025 Top 100 government contractors list.

WashingtonExec
Apr 12th, 2023
Akima Buys Pinnacle Solutions | WashingtonExec

Akima has entered into a definitive agreement to buy Pinnacle Solutions, Inc., a provider of training and sustainment products and services to defense