Construction Manager

Essential Functions

• Manage, build and develop construction inspection teams
• Manage assigned elements of projects as an owner’s representative to ensure contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction projects
• Manage project personnel, inspections, materials quality control and quality assurance testing on behalf of the owner
• Serve as a communication liaison between field staff, contractor, design team, federal and state agencies, and citizens
• Determine inspection staffing needs, provide staff supervision and management, research and interpret contract requirements providing technical guidance to staff and ensure quality of work product
• Update and track financial information including cost projections for projects. Make recommendations to owner related to partial and final contractor payments
• Prepare and conduct entitlement determinations, independent cost estimates, time impact recommendations and documentation related to project change orders
• Track project schedule and make recommendations to owner
• Prepare project management correspondence and reviews recommendations made by project staff
• Conduct project meetings to include preconstruction meetings, utility coordination meetings, progress meetings and pre-activity meetings
• Participate in Preconstruction Services (scoping, utility conflicts, constructability & bidability)
• Manage the Project Close-out process, including as-builts, final quantities and final acceptance
• Focus attention on the success of key project elements: Safety & Environmental, Quality, Schedule and Cost
• Interact and build relationship with clients

Required Skills And Experience

• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience managing heavy civil infrastructure construction
• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• Federal, state, local or municipal DOT experience
• Construction management experience in roadway, utilities, and structures
• Ability to read & interpret roadway plans & specifications
• Understanding of contractor means & methods and materials
• Understanding of QA/QC development and execution process
• Familiarity with interpreting contract specifications, standards, etc
• Functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software, data processing equipment and contract management software
• Acceptable driving record

Preferred (but not required)

• Education, Skills and Experience: Knowledge and understanding of project controls (CPM scheduling, cost estimating, claim analysis)
• Both Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build experience
• Certifications (VDOT Asphalt, Soils & Aggregate, Pavement Marking, ACI, Traffic Safety, etc.) or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) P.E. license
• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or related field

Physical Demands

• The ability to perform field inspections on active construction sites
• The ability to stand and walk for extended periods, navigate uneven terrain, and climb ladders or stairs
• The ability to lift and carry inspection equipment and materials weighing up to 20-30 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and may include exposure to construction-related hazards

What We Offer

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• And much, much more!

Why RK&K?

• As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work.
• RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
• Design your career at RK&K, Apply Today!