Sr. Construction Account Manager - Job Order Contracting

Overview

At FOS, it is all about the people! With exceedingly low turnover rates, we are constantly growing and evolving. The Sr. Construction Account Manager will support our Connecticut clients’ job order contracting (JOC) programs through the Simplebid® JOC platform. The role requires regional travel throughout Connecticut and a base location in the state. Responsibilities include coordinating and managing JOC construction projects, working with government agency construction programs, and maintaining excellent user experiences.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain positive relationships by promptly and effectively communicating with multiple stakeholders
• Ensure that all projects are in contract compliance and align with the Simplebid® JOC process
• Organize and manage job conferences with clients, contractors, designers, and account managers
• Use the Simplebid® platform to input and execute all project requests, work orders, schedules, price proposal reviews, and additional documentation
• Oversee and track project progress with clients, contractors, and other account managers
• Review client and contractor‑provided construction documents, plans, and specifications to gain additional understanding of projects
• Ensure clients and contractors are trained in the Simplebid® software and unit price book
• Prepare and disseminate project scopes of work, requests for proposals, price proposal packages, notices to proceed, and notices of completion
• Review price proposals with contractors and clients, answer any questions, and revise proposals as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 8+ years related experience, or 4+ years related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, is required.
• Minimum 3+ years experience in JOC (Job Order Contracting) is required.
• Experience in construction management, project management, construction procurement processes, public construction projects, contract development and administration, estimating/price proposal development, and tenant improvement or renovation construction projects.
• Proven record with client‑facing project management or owners’ rep experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills, written, and verbal communication.
• Must have strong client‑facing skills.
• Must be able to troubleshoot software for clients.
• Knowledge and experience in value engineering, scope development, and project delivery methods in the public sector are preferred; JOC experience and understanding is a huge plus.
• Self‑motivated and able to work well independently in a strict deadline‑oriented environment.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly adapt to additional software.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment.
• In‑person work on client sites at least 50% of the time within the Connecticut area.
• Possible long periods of walking, sitting, or standing.
• Possible use of ladders or being in confined spaces.
• There may be times of adverse weather conditions at job sites.

Benefits of Working at FOS

• Flexible work schedule and work from home options.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• An inclusive work environment that encourages employees to demonstrate their strengths and passions in achieving personal and organizational goals.
• Coaching with leadership that enables professional growth for future career pathing.
• The opportunity to work for a growing team with proven success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Facility Optimization Solutions LLC. and CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law is strictly prohibited. We also prohibit retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct or who participates in an investigation into such complaints.