Senior Construction Manager

About the role

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. (M&J) is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex transportation and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10-15 years of progressively responsible construction management experience on transportation or public infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Owner's representative and primary point of contact for construction projects.
• Lead construction staffing and resource planning across multiple projects, ensuring qualified personnel are assigned based on technical expertise, project complexity, location, and client needs.
• Develop and maintain short- and long-term staffing forecasts to proactively support upcoming construction projects and changing workload demands.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to establish construction management best practices, standard operating procedures, and continuous process improvements.
• Anticipate project risks by reviewing schedules, upcoming construction activities, constructability concerns, and resource requirements well in advance of field operations.
• Support recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and professional development of construction management personnel to ensure the organization maintains a highly qualified workforce.
• Lead all construction management activities from Notice to Proceed through project closeout.
• Direct and supervise Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Construction Inspectors, and project support staff.
• Administer construction contracts and ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor project budgets, labor utilization, billing performance, profitability, and resource allocation to ensure successful financial outcomes.
• Maintain oversight of contractor performance related to schedule, budget, quality, safety, and contract compliance.
• Lead progress meetings with owners, contractors, utility companies, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Review and negotiate contractor payment applications, change orders, time extension requests, claims, and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Evaluate construction schedules, recovery plans, and sequencing to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Coordinate utility relocations, third-party stakeholders, environmental compliance, railroad coordination, and traffic management activities.
• Oversee quality assurance and quality control programs, ensuring construction complies with project specifications and agency standards.
• Review inspection reports, testing results, shop drawings, material submittals, and field documentation.
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, labor utilization, and monthly financial reporting.
• Prepare executive-level project status reports for clients and senior leadership.
• Identify project risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and promote a strong culture of safety throughout the project.
• Manage dispute resolution and support claims avoidance through proper documentation and contract administration.
• Lead and oversee construction inspection teams by establishing expectations, mentoring staff, reviewing performance, and ensuring consistent application of inspection procedures and quality standards.
• Mentor and develop Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Construction Inspectors, and junior staff.
• Support business development efforts through client relationship management, proposal preparation, and project interviews.
• Participate in project pursuits, staffing planning, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead project closeout reviews and document lessons learned to improve future project delivery and organizational best practices.
• Apply through this site or send your resume to recruit@mjengineers.com.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• NICET Level IV certification considered in lieu of a PE for qualified construction management candidates.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with a minimum of 10-15 years of progressively responsible construction management experience on transportation or public infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience managing multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Extensive experience managing heavy highway, bridge, utility, transportation, aviation, transit, or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Thorough knowledge of construction contract administration, CPM scheduling, cost control, claims management, and change order negotiations.
• Experience with NYSDOT, NYCDOT, MTA, PANYNJ, NYCDEP, DDC, Long Island municipalities, or other public agency projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local construction standards and specifications.
• Experience with construction management software including Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, Appia, Primavera Contract Manager, or similar platforms preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities.
• Strong financial management, forecasting, and budgeting skills.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification
• CCM (Certified Construction Manager)
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
• ICC, NICET, or additional construction certifications
• Experience with Design-Build and CM/GC delivery methods
• Experience leading projects exceeding $50 million in construction value

Benefits

M&J Engineering offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary commensurate with experience, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, life and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, professional development and tuition reimbursement, licensure and certification reimbursement, employee stock ownership opportunities (where applicable), and an Employee Assistance Program. As an employee-owned firm, we also provide opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and long-term career advancement within a growing, employee-focused organization.