Transportation Construction Manager

Essential Functions

• Manage assigned elements of projects as an owner’s representative to ensure contract compliance
• Serve as a communication liaison between field staff, contractor, design team, federal and state agencies, and citizens
• Review and understand the project plans, contract documents, specifications and standards
• Provide technical guidance to the client and ensure the final product is quality work
• Provide thorough constructability reviews for projects at 30%, 60%, and 90% design
• Update and track financial information including cost projections for projects. Make recommendations 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
• Conduct project meetings to include preconstruction meetings, utility coordination meetings, progress meetings and pre-activity meetings
• Prepare project management correspondence and reviews recommendations made by project staff.
• 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 relationships

Required Skills

• Experience as a PennDOT Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (TCIS-2) or higher, with all three certifications: PENNDOT Concrete Technician Certification, NECEPT Field Technician Certification, and NICET Level III Certification in Highway Construction, or NICET Level IV Certification in Highway Construction with either PENNDOT Concrete Technician Certification or NECEPT Field Technician Certification.
• Eight (8) years minimum of transportation, highway or bridge construction inspection supervision/management experience and either PENNDOT Concrete Technician Certification and NECEPT Field Technician Certification OR NICET Level IV Certification in Highway Construction.
• Twelve (12) years minimum of transportation, highway or bridge construction inspection supervision/management experience acceptable to the Department.
• One (1) year minimum of transportation, highway or bridge construction inspection experience while employed by PennDOT worked as a TCM-1, CES or higher.

Note: A Bachelor’s of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or an active Professional Engineer’s License may be substituted for four (4) years of experience. A PE License can be substituted for all NICET Level Certifications. An Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.

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

• Athletic potential for career advancement and professional growth
• Athletic attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Many, many more!

Why RK&K?

• As a full-service engineering and construction management/inspection 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!