What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Contract Manager - Military Construction position at MATAI SERVICES, LLC?
Company Description
Defender Contracting & Construction (DCC) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Construction Contract Manager to join our team at Joint Base Charleston , South Carolina. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support mission-critical construction and engineering projects as part of a Military Construction (MILCON) program, Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineering Requirements ( SABER ) contract.
As an 8(a) certified Federal contractor , DCC specializes in delivering efficient, high-quality construction services to military installations nationwide. Our work at Joint Base Charleston involves managing high-volume, multi-discipline maintenance, repair, and minor construction projects that are critical to the operations of the 628th Air Force Base and Naval Weapons Station.
Defender Contracting & Construction (DCC), LLC is a Joint Venture (JV) formed through a strategic partnership between IEC Corporation and Matai Services , combining over 35 years of industry expertise . This partnership leverages IEC’s proven capabilities in federal and military construction contracting with Matai Services’ specialized experience as an 8(a) certified firm in project execution, subcontractor management, and mission-critical infrastructure . Together, DCC delivers comprehensive, high-quality construction solutions for government and defense clients, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and operational excellence across all projects.
About the Role
The Contract Manager will be responsible for the overall program management of the SABER contract, ensuring compliance with federal standards, managing subcontractors, client interface, and overseeing a team while they navigate project execution from inception to close-out. This role requires a proactive / solutions-based mindset, exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills to handle simultaneous task orders ( TOs ) across a variety of disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive contract management, including subcontract purchasing and administration.
- Review material submittals, shop drawings, and develop detailed cost proposals.
- Negotiate terms, awards, and modifications to contracts.
- Manage a team of Project Managers, Quality Control Managers, CAD Technicians and Superintendents supporting the contract.
- Represent DCC in joint Government / Contractor weekly status meetings, pre-performance site visits, pre-final, and final inspections.
- Align site visits, design development, and project timelines with contractual requirements to ensure compliance and maintain strong CPARS ratings.
- Manage the team through all phases of construction from inception to closeout to ensure competitive pricing, scope alignment, contractual requirements, project financials and closeout.
- Ensure compliance with all contract terms, specifications, and federal regulations.
- Respond promptly to contract-related emergencies (within 1 hour) and routine issues (within 8 hours).
What We Are Looking For
Candidates must meet the following qualifications :
Required : The contract requires a BA in the engineering practices below OR at least 15 years' relative experience as detailed below.
Preferred :
Qualifications :
Why Join DCC?
DCC offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including :
Join Our Mission
At DCC, we unite expertise and innovation to support the essential missions of our federal clients. If you are ready to advance your career in a challenging and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.
