Construction Manager

About the role

Your role at GEI involves construction management and inspection of large civil engineering projects for compliance with contract plans, specifications, permits, and associated documents. The position is based in the Marquette, MI office.

Responsibilities

• Inspect large civil engineering projects (water infrastructure, site civil development, demolition, landfills, tailings storage facilities) for compliance with contract plans, specifications, permits, and associated documents.
• Perform field inspections at required project sites.
• Prepare status and daily inspection reports documenting work observed.
• Assist with constructability reviews, cost estimates, schedules, equipment evaluation, manpower assessment, and other civil engineering design and construction support functions.
• Support contract administration functions during construction, including quantity calculations/review, schedule analysis, change order preparation, correspondence, RFI responses, submittal review and responses, pay estimate processing, and documentation preparation, logging, and tracking.
• Support design engineers and construction managers on technical tasks such as data collection entry and analysis, literature research, spreadsheet development, and other general engineering tasks.
• Assist in marketing and business development efforts for a growing office, including proposal preparation, client development, and networking.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5‑10 years of construction, construction quality assurance, or construction management experience.
• Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology; B.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, or Geological Engineering a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to take and pass all necessary safety training.
• Capable of performing work duties on typical construction and manufacturing sites that may involve climbing ladders, walking on slopes and uneven ground, and being around equipment.
• Willingness to travel and staff required construction job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Team‑oriented and highly self‑motivated.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and initiative; able to work with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate a plus.

Skills

Communication, teamwork, self‑motivation, problem solving, initiative, proficiency with MS Office suite and Adobe Acrobat, valid driver’s license, safety training completion, physical ability for construction site work, willingness to travel.

Benefits

• Market‑competitive compensation, including eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and more).
• Well‑being program and paid parental leave.
• Commuter benefits.
• Hybrid work schedules and cell phone stipends.
• GEI University (GEIU) with continuing education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Connecting Conversation program focused on professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Support and financial rewards for publication awards, professional dues, and professional licenses.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off program.
• Rewards and recognition.
• GEI‑funded profit sharing and 401(k).
• Opportunity to be an owner and shareholder.
• A vibrant culture focused on partnership, sustainability, giving back to communities, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Pay

Market‑competitive compensation with eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Schedule

Usual workday hours: 8, 10, or 12 hours; hybrid work schedules available.