Construction Security Project Manager

Description

CenCore is seeking an experienced Construction Security Project Manager to lead security-focused construction activities for secure facilities and cleared site operations in Manassas, VA. This role coordinates project planning, field execution, security system scopes, stakeholder communication, and site-level compliance to help ensure construction security requirements are delivered safely, accurately, on schedule, and within budget. The ideal candidate has hands-on construction project management experience, strong knowledge of physical security systems, and the ability to serve as a trusted liaison between ownership, general contractors, subcontractors, security teams, and customer stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead construction security project planning, coordination, and execution for secure construction, data center, or controlled facility environments.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between CenCore leadership, customer representatives, general contractors, subcontractors, security consultants, and site security personnel.
• Coordinate security system scopes including access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, low-voltage systems, and related technology requirements.
• Track project milestones, schedules, deliverables, risks, and action items to support timely project completion and operational readiness.
• Review drawings, submittals, project documentation, work plans, and field updates to identify security, quality, safety, or compliance concerns.
• Support construction security requirements tied to secure facility builds, controlled access areas, SCIF-related environments, and cleared construction operations.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor work activity to help ensure alignment with approved plans, customer requirements, safety expectations, and security procedures.
• Document project progress, site conditions, issues, incidents, and corrective actions through clear reports, logs, meeting notes, and stakeholder updates.
• Coordinate with site security managers, construction surveillance personnel, access control teams, and project leadership to resolve issues quickly and maintain mission continuity.
• Support project closeout, turnover, punch-list tracking, documentation packages, and final readiness activities as required.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required; must provide a valid U.S. Passport Book or Passport Card.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 5+ years of construction project management experience, preferably in secure construction, data center, government, defense, or mission-critical environments.
• 3+ years of experience supporting security systems, low-voltage technology scopes, physical security, or construction security operations.
• Working knowledge of access control, CCTV, intrusion detection systems, secure facility requirements, and site security procedures.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly with customers, contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Proficiency with project management and construction coordination tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Microsoft Office, or similar systems.
• Strong documentation, reporting, issue tracking, and follow-up skills.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Security Management, or a related field.
• PMP, PSP, CPP, or related project management or security certification.
• Experience supporting SCIF construction, ICD 705 requirements, controlled access areas, or cleared construction programs.
• Experience coordinating secure facility buildouts, access control installations, surveillance systems, and technical security scopes.
• Prior experience supporting government contracts, defense customers, or intelligence community environments.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in active construction, secure facility, or controlled access environments.
• Ability to walk job sites, inspect work areas, climb stairs, and stand for extended periods as needed.
• Ability to wear required PPE and follow all site safety and security procedures.
• Ability to review documentation, participate in site meetings, and provide clear written and verbal updates.
• Schedule may vary based on project requirements, customer needs, and construction milestones.

Summary

Company Overview: 

At CenCore Group, we take security solutions from the industry standard to the CenCore standard. CenCore Group specializes in designing, building, securing, and maintaining AI ecosystems at the intersection of big technology and national security. CenCore Group strives to be the trusted and primary source for insight, analysis, and implementation of physical and digital security solutions associated with the development of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the NatSec space. We are currently seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates to join our dedicated team. 

Cencore Group is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on merit and qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, or other protected characteristics. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth. If you possess the necessary qualifications and a Top-Secret security clearance or higher, we encourage you to apply for a position with our esteemed organization.