Construction Project Manager in Laurel, Maryland at Peregrine Solutions

About Peregrine Solutions, Inc.

Peregrine Solutions, Inc. is an owner representative construction management firm supporting some of the most complex federal and private-sector construction and infrastructure programs in the National Capital Region and beyond. We take pride in placing highly qualified project managers, inspectors, and construction professionals on mission-critical projects — from historic government facilities to healthcare campuses and secure federal buildings — and in delivering results that protect quality, schedule, and budget. If you are a driven professional who values technical excellence, integrity, and meaningful federal work, we invite you to join our growing team.

About the Role

Peregrine Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to serve as an Owner's Representative providing oversight of assigned construction projects and activities. The Project Manager is responsible for managing change order activity, RFIs, pay application reviews, project schedules, and cost controls, while coordinating closely with contractors, designers, and internal project teams. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams — including projects that are still in active design while construction is underway — with accuracy and clear, consistent communication.

Peregrine Solutions hires top notch, top performing, hard-working professionals. We work as Owner Representatives to provide oversight of assigned construction projects and activities. Peregrine Solutions, Inc. offers competitive salaries, and provides our employees with paid medical, dental and vision insurance; three weeks’ PTO, to be used at the discretion of the employee with approval from client; thirteen Federal holidays as recognized by the Office of Program Management; potential year-end bonuses based on annual net income and length of service; training and tuition reimbursement in areas directly related to field of employment; and provision of PPE including work boots and/or outer weather gear as required by project.

Change Order & Cost Management

• Perform all change management reviews, cost analysis and controls, including tracking of potential change orders (PCOs) from inception through resolution.
• Review contractor and subcontractor change order proposals for compliance with the construction contract and documents, accuracy, and reasonableness.
• Prepare Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) of proposed change order activity and associated costs.
• Prepare contract change documents, including Notice to Proceed, Change Order Final Directive Notifications, and Contract Modification packages.
• Maintain oversight and enforcement of change order clauses within Construction Manager as Constructor (CMAR) and Architect/Engineer contracts.
• Maintain and distribute the PCO Log, including a detailed weekly status email (with log attached) to project stakeholders covering PCO status, comments, submittals, and target dates.
• Review and manage project costs, proactively identifying and communicating budget risks.

Pay Applications, RFIs & Documentation

• Review, reconcile, and track monthly construction contract pay applications; provide comments and coordinate meetings to discuss discrepancies and concerns.
• Recommend final approval and payment on pay applications.
• Coordinate the dispersal, upload, and initial review of pay applications upon receipt, ensuring accuracy prior to further processing.
• Manage document control and tracking of RFIs and submittals, ensuring timely responses and resolution.

Schedule & Design Coordination

• Review and manage the construction schedule, including time impact analysis of potential change orders.
• Review and manage risks to project schedule and budget, communicating impacts to stakeholders.
• Support projects that are concurrently in active design while under construction, coordinating design reviews and drawing comments alongside ongoing project management duties.
• Review construction and design drawings prepared by others for coordination and consistency with project requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field is required, with 5+ years of relevant experience; equivalent additional related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• CCM certification or professional licensure (e.g., AIA, PE) preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated experience with change order management, RFI/submittal tracking, and construction pay application review.
• Working knowledge of construction contract types, including Construction Manager as Constructor (CMAR).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project; familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar design/documentation software is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, detailed status reporting for a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities in a fast-paced environment, including projects that are still in active design.
• Must have US person status with the ability to obtain/maintain federal government site and systems access.

Benefits

Peregrine Solutions is a women-owned small business dedicated to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where leadership, initiative, and purpose-driven work are highly valued. We genuinely care about our employees, and the things that matter most to them. Our team communicates with clarity and intention, embraces hard work, and knows how to enjoy the journey together.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes: Three weeks of paid time off, plus 11 Federal Holidays – giving you 26 days annually to focus on personal goals and recharge, 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance premiums, tuition and certification reimbursement to support your professional growth, employee referral bonuses.

At Peregrine Solutions, you won’t just find a job, you’ll find a community where your contributions are valued and your potential is supported.

If you are looking for a career shaping opportunity to support complex construction projects, we encourage you to apply to be part of the Peregrine Solutions team.

This position requires successful completion of a background investigation to obtain and maintain HSPD-12 (PIV) credentialing prior to and throughout employment on federal project sites. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

** Relocation assistance and per diem are not available for this position. Local candidates are strongly preferred.