Job Description

Job Category: Operations
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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.
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Keywords:
MILCON
SRM (Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization)
Air Force design and construction
FAR/DFARS acquisition and contract administration
Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)
Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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