Mission Critical Construction Manager (MEP) – Entry Level (GRAD)

AmentumAmentumSterling, Virginia, United States
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Posted

9/11/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$75k - $85k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The candidate will assist in estimating, cost control, forecasting, and risk management for data center construction projects. They will also oversee subcontractor and vendor management, field engineering, site safety, and project quality reporting.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a construction management, electrical, mechanical, or technical certification from a 2- to 4-year program completed in 2023 or later. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work onsite in Virginia are mandatory.

Key skills

Construction managementEstimatingCost controlForecastingTrend analysisRisk assessmentSchedule developmentSubcontractor managementVendor managementField engineeringSite safetyMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMechanical engineeringElectrical engineering

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Education requirements

professional certificate

About Amentum

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Employees

38,218

Type

Public Company

Size

10,001+ employees

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

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Job categories

ConstructionEngineeringManagement & LeadershipTechnology

Description

Mission Critical Construction Manager (MEP) – Entry Level (GRAD) Our Digital Infrastructure Group has been at the forefront of creating a new generation of communication infrastructure for over 40 years. We specialize in everything from network development to complete telecom life cycle solutions, datacenter retrofits and modernization, to full datacenter buildouts. While these critical environments are ever changing, the demand for innovative technology and long-term support remains constant. These services include design, construction, updates, and maintenance of new and existing datacenter facilities. Position Summary Our graduate hire positions are for those who have recently graduated and are looking to launch their career. Regional programs and opportunities are available in a variety of fields. There’s a good chance we have an opportunity that’s just right for you. The selected candidate will be assigned to one of our functional groups in an Entry Level Construction Management position and asked to assist in estimating, cost control, forecasting, trend analysis, change order control, risk assessment and management, forensic schedule analysis, earned value management, progress measurement/reporting, productivity analysis and calculation, subcontractor management, schedule development, progress reporting, vendor management, field engineering, site safety and overall product quality. Join the team in our Virginia project office where you will be assisting the group with engineering and constructing the expansion/construction of a data center. Only local candidates will be considered. Construction management, electrical, mechanical, or technical certification required (graduated in 2023 or after) in a 2- to 4-year program Must be available to work onsite (No VA – Dulles airport area) and arrive by 6:00am EST. Targeted work hours are 6:00 – 4pm EST, Mon-Fri. Computer literate and proficient with Word and Excel required Valid driver's license Ability to travel as needed Local candidates only (no relocation assistance available) Must be able maintain efficiency and productivity in a fast-paced work environment and effectively communicate with other project members as required Must be eligible to work for any US Employer without current or future visa sponsorship Compensation Details: $75,000 - $85,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 09/11/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Requirements

  • Construction management
  • Estimating
  • Cost control
  • Forecasting
  • Trend analysis
  • Risk assessment
  • Schedule development
  • Subcontractor management
  • Vendor management
  • Field engineering
  • Site safety
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Electrical engineering

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays
  • Retirement benefits
  • 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Pet insurance

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