Construction Manager/Mechanical Engineer in Biloxi, Mississippi at SIRIS LLC

About SIRIS

SIRIS is a CVE-verified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in construction management, project management, and commissioning services for federal, healthcare, and institutional clients nationwide.

We partner with organizations delivering mission-critical infrastructure where safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance are essential. Our teams bring technical expertise, disciplined execution, and collaborative leadership to every project.

At SIRIS, we believe strong teams are built on accountability, humility, and the courage to lead when challenges arise.

Position Summary

Seeking motivated Project Managers/Construction Managers (PM/CM) with a degree in Mechanical Engineering to join our team at a VA Hospital in Biloxi, Mississippi. Candidates will act as Design and Construction Managers reporting to a Program Manager as well as collaborate and assist VA client staff to provide data, generate reports, as a representative for the client on major healthcare construction projects.

Who Will Succeed in This Role

This role is best suited for professionals who:

• Have supported complex construction projects within healthcare, government, or institutional environments
• Are comfortable analyzing financial, schedule, and compliance data to support program-level decisions
• Can operate independently while collaborating effectively with program leadership, clients, and contractors
• Leadership: Must possess the skillset and competence to work with and manage personnel of diverse skillsets.

Key Responsibilities

The Construction Manager will be a part of a team of professionals and act as the Owner's Representative role on these programs from design through construction and closeout. The Construction Manager will be required to learn and integrate our company’s best practices related to project delivery, budget, schedule, quality and operations in the healthcare environment. The Construction Manager will act as an advisor/liaison with the client (user groups, design team, contractors, and facility engineering representatives). The Construction Management services will be used to support traditional Design-Bid-Build and Design/Build contracts. A summary of the major tasks is below.

• Analyze and monitor project financial data, budget performance, and cost trends
• Review construction schedules and support progress and performance evaluations
• Participate in progress meetings and support issue identification and resolution
• Review testing, inspection, and quality assurance documentation for compliance
• Support claims administration, change management, and contract modifications
• Review contractor work documentation and reported progress for conformance with construction documents and approved schedules
• Prepare analytical reports, correspondence, and program status documentation
• Maintain tracking tools and reporting systems supporting program oversight
• Advise program leadership on construction administration best practices and compliance considerations

Education

• Bachelor’s degree of Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution is required.

Experience

• Minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in construction administration, construction management, or a closely related field
• Experience supporting regulated environments (federal, healthcare, or institutional) is highly desirable
• Candidates may be asked to provide examples or documentation of completed projects demonstrating relevant experience
• Requirements of local state and federal jurisdiction in relation to the Project.
• Construction Contract Documents including Front End and Technical Specifications and drawings to readily understand and assess requirements.
• Working knowledge of engineering services, building codes budgeting and scheduling to lead the project’s success.

Additional Requirements

• Familiarity with construction practices, quality assurance, scheduling, cost management, and change management
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in administrative, financial, and compliance matters
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership: Must possess the ability to collaborate and integrate with other professionals
• Building construction experience
• Experience with Healthcare and Federal projects.