Remote Construction Project Manager / Project Engineer (Colombia-based) **Company**: DRI, Inc. **Location**: Remote - Colombia **Schedule**: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST (U.S. Central Time) **About Us**: **DRI, Inc.** is a U.S.based general contractor specializing in **public construction projects for the U.S. Government**, including work for the **National Park Service, Department of Veterans Affairs, and U.S. Forest Service**. We have an established, growing remote team in Colombia and one of our company owners resides in Colombia year-round. We focus on **historical renovations**, **vertical construction**, and projects in **unique, often environmentally sensitive locations** across the United States. **Position Overview**: We are seeking a **Remote Project Manager / Project Engineer** to join our dynamic international team. You will work closely with a **U.S.based Project Manager counterpart** to manage the administrative and planning side of federal construction projects — **without requiring jobsite travel**. This is a senior, full-time role with high responsibility for **estimating, project planning, proposal writing, subcontractor coordination, and project closeout support**. **Key Responsibilities**: - Assist in **project estimating and bid preparation**: - Draft and edit **project proposals** and submission documents - **Review drawings and specifications** for project planning - **Vet subcontractors**, gather quotes, and assist with buyouts - Manage **submittal processes** and communication logs - Support **project scheduling** alongside U.S. project managers - Assist in **project closeout documentation** (O&M; manuals, as-builts, etc.) - Daily coordination with U.S.based project management teams - Work within **BlueBeam, ProCore, Slack, Google Workspace, Microsoft Projects** **Qualifications**: - **Bachelor’s Degree or greater** in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (4-year minimum required) - **Fluent English** - verbal and written communication skills must be excellent - **10+ years** of construction project management or project engineering experience - Prior experience working for a **U.S.based construction company** is **strongly preferred but not required**: - Knowledge of U.S. federal government contracting and public sector construction is a plus - Strong experience in **reading blueprints, specifications, and construction documents**: - Proficiency in project management software tools (e.g., BlueBeam, ProCore, Slack, Google Suite) - Ability to work independently and in collaboration with U.S.based teams - Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive **Preferred Experience**: - **Experience with historical building renovations, vertical construction, or general design/build construction**: - Understanding of **public procurement processes** and **federal contract compliance** **What We Offer**: - Competitive salary paid in U.S. dollars - Remote work environment - Structured training and support - Long-term growth opportunities with a U.S. federal contractor - Collaborative, international team culture **Important**: - Must be located in **Colombia** or available to work **8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST**, Monday through Friday - World Travel is allowed as long as you can be working at the hours we require - Strong internet connection and dedicated home office workspace required **Ready to build meaningful projects across the United States — without leaving Colombia?