RK&K is seeking a Construction Manager to join our Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team in Pittsburgh, PA. As a Construction Manager on RK&K's CEI team you will manage construction projects (CM) and mentor, grow, and manage our construction inspection teams (CI).
Essential Functions- Manage, build and develop construction inspection teams
- Manage assigned elements of projects as an owner's representative to ensure contract compliance
- 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
- Manage project personnel, inspections, materials quality control and quality assurance testing
- 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 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 and Experience - High School diploma or equivalent
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience managing heavy civil infrastructure construction, providing construction inspection or construction management experience.
- PennDOT experience (preferred) or Federal, municipal, or other 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
- Understanding RFI and Submittal Processes as well as experience running project meetings and developing meeting minutes
- Familiarity with interpreting contract specifications, standards, etc
- Functional computer usage including familiarity with ECMS, PPCC, and Microsoft Office suite software.
- Acceptable driving record
- Knowledge and understanding of project controls (CPM scheduling, cost estimating, claim analysis)
Preferred Skills and Experience - B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or related field
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
- NICET Level 3 or higher in Transportation / Highway Construction
- E.I.T. or P.E. license
- Contractor, Inspection, or Management experience on PennDOT projects.
Physical DemandsThis role requires the ability to perform field inspections on active construction sites. The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, navigate uneven terrain, and climb ladders or stairs. 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.
Other Duties This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.
What We OfferRK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Student Loan Retirement Match Program
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Much, much more!
