Tactical Infrastructure Project Manager

Overview

LMI seeks a Project Manager to support a fast-paced federal program management office in McAllen, TX. Join our team of collaborative self-starters focused on delivering practical and efficient solutions to help our client keep U.S. borders safe and facilitate trade and travel. As part of our high-performing team, you will augment our vital work to provide “eyes and ears” technology to protect our nation.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager (PM) supports the U.S. Border Patrol by overseeing every phase tactical infrastructure construction or alteration project from initiation to close out. The professional works with partners such as the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to develop and manage various construction projects. The PM is responsible for contract administration, tracking the progress of the project scope, budget and schedule and may be responsible for updating project information in CBP databases such as SAP, FITT, WMS and TRIRIGA. The PM also tracks and manages risk and facilitates change management efforts and communication among all stakeholders throughout the life of the project(s).

The Project Manager serves as an agency representative, reviewing schedules and work plans from service providers and contractors, performing quality control on work, ensuring SOWs are followed, and reviewing invoices. Specific duties include:

Serve as project manager for construction activities

Oversee all phases of the project from kickoff to closeout

Lead planning efforts for projects

Work with USBP to develop and validate project requirements

Develop project requirements documents (PRDs)

Update PRDs based on input from stakeholders

Track PRDs through project completion

Develop and manage project scope, schedule, risk and budget

Coordinate contracts with the executing agency such as USACE, etc.

May perform technical review of design and engineering drawings and specifications

Coordinate with the real estate and environmental teams to obtain required permits and to ensure areas are “green/green” (approved for access)

Coordinate with key stakeholders on day to day project progress

Serve as liaison to USBP or AMO regarding project progress and issues

Travel to project site to review work progress in person

May input data into various CBP systems such as SAP, TRIRIGA, WMS and FITT

Collaborate with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for construction and alteration activities

Contribute to the development of Statements of Work (SOWs) and ensure the SOW is being met by the contractor

Perform Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)

Perform inspections

Develop materials for Program Management Reviews (PMRs) as required

Qualifications

Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance abuse, and employment verifications; active U.S. Customs and Border Protection background investigation preferred. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination.

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, business/management or related field preferred.

3+ years of large-scale construction management experience; OR, 5+ years of construction experience in lieu of a degree.

Professional certification in a relevant field such as a Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Skills and experience

Ability to effectively manage a large scale project

Ability to effectively gather and validate requirements

Ability to effectively develop project budgets and perform cost estimates

Ability to effectively develop and review project schedules

Ability to perform risk analysis

Ability to communicate clearly with a wide variety of stakeholders orally and in writing

Possess technical and business writing skills

Possess the ability to be flexible in a fast paced environment

Possess strong organizational skills

Detail oriented with strong time management and presentation skills

Ability to multi-task

Ability to effectively problem solve

Ability to think strategically

Ability to absorb and summarize complex issues

Possess strong interpersonal skills, including an ability to collaborate well with others and build strong relationships

Preferred skills & experience

Knowledge of construction processes, standards and codes

Knowledge of accounting processes and principles and engineering and architectural processes and principles

Knowledge of facilities, Tactical Infrastructure, and/or towers

Knowledge of the DHS acquisition process

General understanding of OSHA and environmental rules and regulations

Understanding of databases such as TRIRIGA, FITT, SAP and procurement processes

Working knowledge of the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and Endangered Species Act (ESA)

Knowledge of computer software, such as RSMeans and Microsoft Office Suite (mainly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)

Job Locations US-TX-McAllen