Assistant Construction Manager

RK&K; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, anddis

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Much, much more!

Job summary

RK&K is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to join our Construction Engineering and Construction Management team in Harrisburg, PA. You will manage construction projects for our clients while reporting to the Construction Manager.

Our primary clients are PennDOT, the PA Turnpike, and Local Governments. This role emphasizes field inspections, project controls, and coordination with field staff, contractors, design teams, and agencies to deliver safe, compliant projects on time and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3–7 years managing heavy civil infrastructure construction or inspection.
• PennDOT or DOT experience preferred.
• Ability to read roadway plans and interpret specifications.
• Experience with project controls and cost tracking.

Responsibilities

• Manage elements of projects as owner’s representative for contract compliance.
• Lead meetings, prepare minutes, and track schedule and cost.
• Provide technical guidance and constructability reviews at design milestones.
• Close out projects with as-builts, quantities, and final acceptance.

Skills

Heavy civil construction

QA/QC development

CPM scheduling

RFI & Submittals

ECMS / PPCC / MS Office

Reading roadway plans

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

CMIT or CCM

NICET Level 3+ in Transportation / Highway Construction

E.I.T. or P.E. license

Tools

ECMS

PPCC

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

RK&K is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to join our Construction Engineering and Construction Management (CM) team in Harrisburg, PA. As an Assistant Construction Manager on RK&K’s team, you will manage construction projects for our clients while reporting directly to the Construction Manager in charge. Our primary clients are PennDOT, the PA Turnpike, and Local Governments.

Essential Functions

• Manage assigned elements of projects as an owner’s representative to ensure contract compliance
• Travel and report to project sites as needed
• Serve as a communication liaison between field staff, contractor, design team, federal and state agencies, and citizens
• Review and understand the project plans, contract documents, specifications and standards
• 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
• 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. Draft thorough meeting minutes for distribution.
• 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 3-7 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. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Construction Manager-in-Training (CMIT) or 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 Demands

This 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

Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&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
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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