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McGough Construction

Safety Manager, Federal

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$75K - $101K/yr

SAFETY MANAGER, FEDERAL The Safety Manager on our Federal team plays a critical role in upholding ... Minimum 5 years of construction safety process management experience * Minimum 3 years of actual ...

LVI Associates

Federal Estimator

Saint Paul, MN

Construction Estimator Location: St. Paul, Minnesota Employment Type: Full-time Department ... Federal Estimating & Compliance * Prepare sealed bids and proposals for federal agencies (e.g ...

Actalent

Assistant Project Manager

Saint Paul, MN

Support federal and commercial construction project requirements by following established procedures, standards, and engineering guidelines. * Read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings ...

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How much do federal construction jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal construction in Minnesota is $93,209.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,500.00 and $113,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is federal construction?

A Federal Construction job involves working on projects funded and managed by the U.S. government, such as military bases, federal office buildings, infrastructure improvements, and other public facilities. These projects must comply with strict regulations, including federal labor laws, safety standards, and contracting requirements. Contractors and workers must often obtain security clearances and follow Davis-Bacon wage requirements. Federal construction jobs provide stable work opportunities and often involve long-term contracts with competitive benefits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in federal construction?

Excelling in Federal Construction requires strong project management abilities, a deep understanding of federal building codes and regulations, and typically a degree in construction management or civil engineering. Familiarity with contract administration tools, scheduling software like Primavera P6, and certifications such as OSHA 30 or PMP are highly valued. Strong leadership, adaptability, and clear communication are essential soft skills for coordinating diverse teams and interfacing with government stakeholders. These skills collectively ensure projects are completed efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with federal standards.

What are some unique challenges faced in federal construction projects compared to other construction roles?

Federal construction projects often require strict adherence to detailed government regulations, extensive documentation, and security protocols that exceed those found in private sector projects. These roles typically involve working closely with government agencies, which can mean additional oversight and compliance checks throughout each project phase. Team members may also encounter longer procurement processes and multi-layered approval structures. While these challenges can add complexity, they also provide valuable experience working on high-profile, impactful infrastructure projects and open up pathways for advancement in government contracting and construction management.

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Infographic showing various Federal Construction job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $93,209 per year, or $44.8 per hour.

Construction Quality Control Manager / Superintendent

SJS Executives LLC

Saint Cloud, MN

$42.30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

SJS Executives, LLC (SJS), also doing business as SJS Industrial, is currently seeking reliable, experienced, Senior Engineering Technicians to work full time for SJS Executives supporting a Federal Medical Facility in St. Cloud supporting ongoing construction operations supporting their Master Plan.

We are a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with 150 employees coast to coast and a headquarters in Virginia Beach, Virginia; we specialize in professional services to support federal and military organizations.

The salary for this position is $42.30/hr. SJS also offers 11 paid federal holidays, 80 hours of PTO accrual, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of additional benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform field verifications, drawing reviews, and construction document markups to support project execution and maintain accurate project records.
  • Serve as a procurement liaison by developing acquisition packages, scopes of work, independent cost estimates, market research, option year renewals, and other federal procurement documentation.
  • Develop and maintain compliance management schedules for Life Safety and Environment of Care programs, including inspection frequencies, due dates, and regulatory reporting requirements.
  • Coordinate with facilities maintenance staff and contractors to monitor contract deliverables and ensure compliance with established scopes of work.
  • Enter and manage preventive maintenance programs within Maximo for building systems including fire alarm, emergency power, electrical systems, medical gas, elevators, HVAC, water treatment, and Legionella prevention.
  • Audit facility equipment and assets in the field and maintain accurate asset, preventive maintenance, and inventory records within Maximo.
  • Train Facilities Management personnel on Maximo best practices, including job plans, preventive maintenance plans, asset management, and workflow optimization.
  • Support project planning, programming, design, construction, commissioning, occupancy, and project closeout activities.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, milestone tracking, budget monitoring, document control, and overall project coordination.
  • Coordinate project activities among Government personnel, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
  • Conduct field observations, facility assessments, existing conditions surveys, technical inspections, and quality assurance reviews.
  • Prepare engineering and construction documentation, technical reports, meeting minutes, action item logs, cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, schedule analyses, and technical recommendations.
  • Participate in design reviews, technical submittal evaluations, Requests for Information (RFIs), record drawing updates, and project closeout documentation.
  • Assist with construction administration, contractor coordination, technical evaluations, and project communications throughout all phases of construction.
  • Support multiple concurrent healthcare construction, renovation, maintenance, repair, infrastructure, utility, and capital improvement projects.
  • Review construction documents, contracts, work letters, project charters, surveys, and technical drawings to ensure project compliance and successful execution.
  • Coordinate project activities within occupied healthcare facilities while minimizing disruption to ongoing clinical operations.
  • Manage interdisciplinary project teams and facilitate collaboration among architects, engineers, contractors, and facility personnel.
  • Assist with budget development, funding strategies, cost control, and long-range project planning.

    • Qualifications:

  • In accordance with federal regulations, possession of a valid Real ID is a requirement for this position.
  • Minimum of 5 years of construction management experience, including at least 1 year supporting healthcare construction projects.
  • Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification through the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) preferred, but not required.
  • Demonstrated experience managing both healthcare renovation and new construction projects.
  • Strong knowledge of engineering, architectural, and construction principles related to hospitals, medical facilities, site utilities, roadways, parking areas, and associated infrastructure.
  • Experience with ADA-compliant construction, renovations, and facility modernization projects.
  • Ability to interpret and apply construction contracts, agreements, scopes of work, project charters, surveys, specifications, and construction drawings.
  • Working knowledge of Federal Master Specifications, Design Guides, Design Manuals, and other federal design criteria.
  • Proficiency using AutoCAD and Revit for basic drawing review and document modifications.
  • Experience supporting Federal construction projects and familiarity with federal design review, approval, and project delivery processes.
  • Experience developing and managing complex, multi-year construction programs and capital improvement projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
  • Ability to integrate competing priorities while maintaining project schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
  • Experience coordinating construction activities within occupied healthcare environments.
  • Knowledge of project scheduling, milestone tracking, budget management, funding strategies, and project controls.
  • Experience preparing technical reports, correspondence, presentations, and executive-level briefings.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), preferably Maximo, for asset management and preventive maintenance administration.
  • Ability to perform equipment audits, maintain asset records, and support preventive maintenance programs.
  • Knowledge of facility systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, emergency power, fire alarm systems, medical gas, elevators, water treatment, and life safety systems.
  • Ability to obtain Federal facility network access through a required security screening, which may include fingerprinting, criminal background, and financial background checks.
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred, but not required.
  • Professional registration as an Architect or Professional Engineer preferred.
  • Experience supporting healthcare facility operations, facilities management, commissioning, and project closeout activities preferred.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and a thorough background check for access onto a military installation; please note the background check for this position extends past 7 years, in conformance with federal law and US Department of Justice guidelines for work on a military installation.

    • SJS Executives, LLC (SJS), also doing business as SJS Industrial, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy status and/or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service or other non-merit factors.


    Compensation details: 42.3 Hourly Wage


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