Construction Project Manager - DoD SkillBridge (Active Military Members)

This program is for active military members only.

DOD SkillBridge connects transitioning service members with industry partners to gain real-world job experiences.

There is no salary/pay because service members participating in DOD SkillBridge programs continue receiving their military compensation and benefits,

Program Details

Program Title: Construction Project Manager – Operations Department

Delivery Method: In-Person with Remote Online Training

Organization: AmeriTech Contracting LLC

Program Duration: 91–120 Days

Opportunity Type: On-the-Job Training

Is Online: Yes (Partial Online Component)

Training Plan

Training Plan Name: Training Plan for Construction Project Manager

Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Brief Job Description: The Construction Project Manager oversees all aspects of a project from award to close-out, including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, staffing, and client communication. The PM leads project teams, manages subcontractors, ensures compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintains documentation in Procore and Sage.

Program Duration: ✔️ 91–120 Days

Total Number of Weeks: 13–17 Weeks

Instructional Modules & Learning Objectives

• Project Kick-Off & Planning – Conduct hand-off meetings, review SOW, budget, and schedule

• Budget Management – Monitor costs, manage change orders, and reconcile budgets

• Procurement & Buy-Out – Finalize subcontractor buy-out and obtain permits

• Scheduling & Cost Loading – Develop cost-loaded schedules and schedule of values

• Documentation & Reporting – Maintain logs, meeting minutes, RFIs, and submittals in Procore

• Quality Control & Safety – Implement QC plans and coordinate safety inspections

• Client Communication – Serve as primary contact and lead stakeholder meetings

• Project Close-Out & Post-Mortem – Ensure all deliverables are met and conduct lessons learned review

Instructional Methods Used

✔️ Classroom Instruction (In-Person)

✔️ Online Instruction (Remote Modules)

✔️ Hands-On Demonstration / On-the-Job Training (OJT)

Training Delivery & Credentials

Delivered by AmeriTech’s Operations Manager and Senior Project Managers (10+ years federal construction experience, USACE CQM certified). Safety modules led by certified safety officers with OSHA 30 and EM 385-1-1 credentials.

Credentials Earned Upon Completion:

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

• USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM)

• EM 385-1-1 (40-Hour)

• CPR & First Aid Certification

• Procore Project Management Training