WSP

Construction Project Manager

WSP • $80K — $110K *
Savannah, GA 31419In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent required.
  • 7-10 years of construction experience necessary.
  • Registered as a Professional Engineer in Georgia (or ability to obtain within six months).
  • In-depth knowledge of highway construction practices, materials, and equipment essential.
  • Strong understanding of mathematical functions related to highway engineering needed.
  • Valid motor vehicle operator's license per Georgia law required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage large complex construction projects with limited supervision.
  • Inspect and supervise lower-level inspectors on construction processes.
  • Monitor traffic control and erosion control throughout projects.
  • Oversee construction costs and negotiate contract modifications with contractors.
  • Prepare reports and correspondence related to project management.
  • Communicate effectively with contractors, officials, and the public.
  • Ensure compliance with construction contracts and applicable guidelines.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness programs offered.
  • Retirement savings plans available.
  • Continuing education and professional development support.
  • Flexible work schedules may be provided.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is seeking a Construction Project Manager to join our Construction Management team in Savannah, GA.

Your Impact

Position Overview:
  • This is advanced level technical work in functional areas of project administration and management.
  • Employees, under limited supervision, independently manage construction activities on large complex projects (phases) such as Major intersection improvement, widening, reconstruction, diverging diamond, urban interstate resurfacing and complex Bridge Project or other projects of similar scope/complexity.
  • Employee inspects and supervises lower-level inspectors performing routine to moderately complex inspections of roadway and structure construction processes and materials to assure compliance with the construction contract and other applicable guidelines.
  • Work includes monitoring traffic control and erosion control on the project.
  • Work also includes monitoring construction costs; negotiating prices for contract modifications with contractors; writing or supervising the preparation of reports and correspondence; and working and communicating with contractors, supervisors, subordinates, local officials, media and the general public.


Who You Are

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent
  • 7-10 years of construction experience
  • Registered in State of Georgia as a Professional Engineer (or if registered in another state, must obtain registration in Georgia within six (6) months)
  • Thorough knowledge of specifications and standards, acceptable construction practices, materials, methods and equipment used in highway construction and engineering.
  • Thorough knowledge of mathematical functions, including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations related to highway/transportation engineering. Ability to read and comprehend construction plans and all other documents associated with the project.
  • Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with Georgia Law.

About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
Learn more about WSP
Size
54,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Founded
1959
* Ladders Estimates

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