Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks

Transportation Construction Manager

Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 8+ years of experience in CM/CI or engineering, including 2 years in Construction Management
  • CMIT or CACM certification required within 12 months
  • VDOT Inspector Certifications required within 12 months
  • Computer proficiency and valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

  • Manage all phases of highway construction projects for compliance and quality
  • Oversee project documentation and compliance with contract requirements
  • Analyze project plans and contract specifications for constructability
  • Review project documentation and recommend corrections as needed
  • Conduct pre-construction and progress meetings to ensure smooth operations
  • Monitor project budgets and schedules, making recommendations to clients
  • Supervise and develop inspection staff to maintain high standards of work

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan at no cost
  • Generous Paid Leave Time and Holidays
  • Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Excellent 401K Retirement Plan
  • Education Reimbursement program
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position summary: Responsible for managing assigned Transportation Construction Projects in the Hampton Roads Region and the Eastern Shore of Virginia.

Compensation for this position is $47.00 - $60.00 per hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is provided at no cost to the employee and provides a beneficial interest in the company. JMT offer a rich benefits package, including:
  • Paid Leave Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Affordable & Widely accepted health, dental and vision insurance
  • Excellent 401K Retirement Plan
  • Education Reimbursement program

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Manage highway construction and inspection activities on all phases of projects to ensure quality in accordance with plans and specifications and provide a quality transportation system for the traveling public
  • Manage the assigned elements of a construction project to assure the Contractor's compliance with the plans and contract documents, manage project personnel, inspection, materials quality control and quality assurance testing, project documentation, project budget and schedule, and contract administration
  • Provides consultation, investigations, evaluations, and written documentation
  • Analyzes and interprets project plans, contract language, and specifications to ensure project constructability
  • Reviews project documentation and records for compliance with contract requirements and directs changes/corrections when needed
  • Make recommendations to Client for partial and final contractor payments
  • Monitors project budgets/schedules and recommends adjustments to the Client
  • Supervises and manages project inspection staff to include reviewing work products of others for compliance with contract requirements
  • Conducts pre-construction conference, utility coordination meetings, construction progress meetings, and other types of conferences and meetings
  • Writes project management correspondence and reviews recommendations made by project staff
  • Recommend resolution of field construction problems to Client and EOR
  • Prepares/Reviews work orders and perform analysis including entitlement, scope of work, and recommendations on independent detailed construction estimates and schedule impacts
  • Coordinates with the project design group, materials, environmental, traffic engineering, right of way, the public, and all other parties necessary to meet contract schedules and requirements
  • Responsible for project QA/QC for assigned projects
  • Maintains and builds client relationships
  • Assist with preparing technical and price proposals
  • Lead and manage inspection team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
  • Assists design disciplines with constructability questions/issues
  • Perform other related duties as assigned


Required Skills

  • Computer proficiency
  • Active driver's license and reliable motor vehicle
    • Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening


Required Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 8+ years of experience working in the CM/CI or engineering field, including 2 years of Construction Management experience
  • CMIT or CACM certification, or ability to obtain CMIT/CACM within 12 months of hiring date
  • VDOT Inspector Certifications (11 Core Inspector Certifications per VDOT CEI Classifications dated June 9th 2026) or ability to obtain within 12 months of hiring date

Preferred Experience
  • Bachelors of Science in Engineering or Construction Management
  • Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
  • Professional Engineering license
  • Experience working with local clients

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment, however some field site visits are required. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Travel required.

About Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. (JMT) is an engineering and architecture firm that provides a range of services, including transportation planning and design, environmental engineering, construction management, and surveying. The company serves clients in the transportation, environmental, and construction industries, as well as government agencies and municipalities. JMT is headquartered in Sparks, Maryland, and has offices throughout the United States. The company was founded in 1971 and has grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the country. JMT is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of renewable energy sources and the implementation of green building practices.
Learn more about Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson Inc, Sparks
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1971

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