Braun Intertec is seeking a Transportation Construction Quality Manager to join our Duluth, MN office. We are seeking a candidate experienced in managing testing, observations and inspections on projects related to transportation construction.

Candidates must have the ability to effectively communicate with Braun Intertec project personnel, on-site staff, owners, clients, and contractor’s representatives regarding construction activities, project requirements, testing, observation, and inspection needs and results. In addition, this position be responsible for scoping and bidding work, developing relationships with clients, contractors, and owners as well as managing scope, schedule, and budget for their respective projects. This is an excellent opportunity to become a key leader of a highly successful, fast paced team. This position provides ample opportunities with a steady and growing backlog of exciting projects. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and be able to lift 50 to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the field observation and inspections staff during construction activities on large transportation projects such as transit, corridor, CMGC, and Design-Build projects.
• Actively oversee and document the progress of work in the field.
• Work with project team to understand project specifications and document construction activities.
• Prepare and/or review project documentation, including daily diaries, quantity calculations, change orders, and quality oversight of construction activities.
• Troubleshoot construction issues providing construction perspective and value engineering in collaboration with engineering staff.
• Assist with training & mentoring of junior staff.
• Assist in scoping and bidding new work.
• Develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with clients, owners, contractors, and project staff.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent technical, communication and organizational skills
• A demonstrated growth in technical aptitude
• Flexibility to work extended or nontraditional hours as needed
• Experience working collaboratively as a team, focusing on solutions first.
• Established relationships with MnDOT, Counties, Met Council, contractors and/or design partners.
• Proficiency in MS Office including: Word, Excel, and Outlook

All candidates must have:

• 20+ years of construction inspection or related experience
• Construction materials testing and observation experience
• Inspection level MnDOT Technical Certifications
• A strong safety focus and attention to detail

Braun Intertec employees are encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.

Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, PTO, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and paid holidays.

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