Cannon Companies · 1 month ago
Senior Project Manager – Government Operations
Fort Lewis,WA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$115K/yr - $165K/yrCannon Companies is a nationwide utilities contractor specializing in electrical, telecommunications, and civil infrastructure for Federal, State, and Commercial projects. They are seeking a Senior Project Manager with expertise in Federal Government construction and contracting to oversee large-scale federal projects, ensuring compliance and successful project delivery.
ConstructionTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee Federal Government contracts and programs, ensuring full compliance with FAR, DFARS, and other government regulations
Manage the complete lifecycle of federal construction, electrical, and telecommunications projects from bidding and procurement to execution and closeout
Act as the primary point of contact with federal agencies, contracting officers, and key stakeholders
Oversee subcontractor management, performance monitoring, and adherence to prevailing wage laws, Davis-Bacon Act, and Buy American provisions
Develop and execute project strategies to mitigate risks, maintain cost control, and ensure contract compliance
Work alongside the General Manager and executive leadership to align project goals with company objectives
Drive operational excellence by implementing best practices in scheduling, project controls, and financial forecasting
Qualification
Required
Proven Experience in Federal Contracting & Project Management
Experience managing multi-million-dollar Federal Government contracts in construction, electrical, or telecommunications
Deep understanding of federal procurement, and RFP/RFQ processes
Prior experience working with agencies such as DOD, VA, GSA, Army Corps of Engineers, NAVFAC, or other federal entities
Technical Expertise & Compliance Knowledge
Strong grasp of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Davis-Bacon Act, Buy American Act, and Section 889 compliance
Ability to navigate government reporting requirements, security clearances, and contractor performance evaluations (CPARS)
Experience in estimating, forecasting, and scheduling within federal contracting frameworks
Leadership & Execution
A results-driven leader with proven experience managing teams, subcontractors, and contract compliance
Ability to oversee multiple concurrent federal projects, ensuring adherence to government quality and safety standards
Excellent communication skills for collaborating with contracting officers, stakeholders, and executive teams
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and matching 401k.
Company-Paid Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance.
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays - Increasing with tenure.
Career Development & Training - Stay at the forefront of federal contracting and compliance trends.
Company
Cannon Companies
Cannon Companies is a nationwide telecommunications, infrastructure and utilities contractor that provides outside plant, inside plant and wireless construction services for voice, video and data networks, as well as general construction management services.
Founded in 1985
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase