Assistant Construction Manager

Michael Baker International; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Baker International is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager in Harrisburg. This hybrid role involves overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree and significant experience in construction management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience required.
• Valid driver's license needed.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support construction site oversight for compliance with safety standards.
• Review construction documents and report updates.
• Conduct weekly site visits to resolve issues.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivation

Documentation

Site Navigation

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

PDF tools (Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam)

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CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimatorsand safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

Job Description

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimatorsand safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

Description

Michael Baker is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to join our team in Harrisburg! Our CM Vertical team works on a variety of impactful projects across Pennsylvania—from transit stations and bus maintenance facilities to commercial fit-outs and multimodal developments. Based in Harrisburg, this hybrid role (2 days in-office, 3 remote) includes weekly site visits and offers exposure to both long-term and fast-paced projects. Responsibilities include:

• Support construction site oversight to ensure compliance with plans, specs, and safety standards.
• Review construction documents and report field updates to designers and managers.
• Maintain project documentation and draft correspondence.
• Track project schedules, RFIs, submittals, and quality benchmarks.
• Lead or participate in status meetings and keep clients informed.
• Conduct weekly site visits to resolve issues, gather updates, and build rapport with field teams.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Professional Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years construction experience
• Strong teamwork, communication, and self-motivation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PDF tools (Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to navigate construction sites in various weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  
  

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $75,095 to $108,432. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

About Us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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