This position requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a   Secret clearance to be considered. 

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.  You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Cherokee Federal is seeking a driven Project Manager to lead complex, high‑visibility Air Force design and construction projects. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder engagement across MILCON and SRM programs. You will act as a design/construction manager, guiding acquisition and execution through the full project lifecycle. We move fast, solve hard problems, and deliver with integrity.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Project Manager - PLIV: $110k- $115k

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Project Manager - PLIV Responsibilities Include: 

• Lead planning, design, and construction execution for Air Force projects across MILCON and SRM programs.
• Serve as owner’s representative/design-construction manager, coordinating with Execution Agents, Air Force stakeholders, A/E firms, and contractors.
• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and risk; drive disciplined change control.
• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules, cost estimates, and earned value tracking.
• Oversee acquisition strategy, RFPs, source selection support, contract administration, and compliance.
• Ensure technical deliverables meet Air Force standards, UFCs, codes, and mission requirements.
• Facilitate design reviews, constructability assessments, and commissioning/turnover.
• Lead stakeholder communications; provide clear status reporting and decision-ready briefings.
• Proactively identify issues, develop mitigation plans, and resolve conflicts to protect the schedule and mission.
• Enforce QA/QC, safety, and environmental compliance; support audits and readiness reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement, lessons learned, and best practices across projects and teams. 
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Project Manager - PLIV Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• Directly applicable technically related degree (e.g., construction management, civil engineering, architectural engineering) and 7+ years relevant experience.
• Construction management experience delivering complex facilities projects from concept through closeout.
• Experience and understanding of the Air Force design and construction process, including MILCON and SRM.
• Strong project controls background: scheduling (Primavera/MS Project), cost management, risk, and reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Experience using NexGen IT
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and briefing skills. 
• Must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSP, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

• Air Force Construction Project Manager

• MILCON Project Manager

• Design and Construction Program Manager (Air Force)

• Federal Facilities Project Manager

• DoD Project Manager – SRM/MILCON

Keywords:

• MILCON

• SRM (Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization)

• Air Force design and construction

• FAR/DFARS acquisition and contract administration

• Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)

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