Construction Manager

About the role

Manage construction project and operations, to include, supervision of personnel and resources, project documentation oversight and development and maintenance of client relations. Materials testing and inspection planning and coordination. Thorough project documentation. Construction engineering, inspection, observation and verification. Traffic control compliance reviews. Construction estimation payment review and recommendation. Review, monitor and evaluate project documentation. Recording of project conditions before and during construction. Manage construction inspectors. Assist in development and execution of marketing plan. Identify candidates, assist in hiring process and manage staff. Attend conferences as company representative. Develop and maintain client relationships. Responsible for business development. Participate in the development of proposals and interviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction project and operations, to include, supervision of personnel and resources, project documentation oversight and development and maintenance of client relations.
• Materials testing and inspection planning and coordination.
• Thorough project documentation.
• Construction engineering, inspection, observation and verification.
• Traffic control compliance reviews.
• Construction estimation payment review and recommendation.
• Review, monitor and evaluate project documentation.
• Recording of project conditions before and during construction.
• Manage construction inspectors.
• Aid in development and execution of marketing plan.
• Identify candidates, assist in hiring process and manage staff.
• Attend conferences as company representative.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Responsible for business development.
• Participate in the development of proposals and interviews.

Requirements

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in Construction Management or Inspection of transportation facilities including highways and bridges.
• Proven Project and Client Management skills.
• H.S. Diploma or GED.
• Construction Technology or similar degree preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication experience.

Qualifications

• Depending on jurisdiction and client requirement may need to be a licensed P.E., or have the ability to get license within six months of employment.

Skills

• Construction Management or Inspection of transportation facilities including highways and bridges.
• Project and Client Management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) if required by jurisdiction.

Benefits

Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being.

Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend.

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families.

Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program.

Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks.

Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms.