Assistant Field Construction Manager, Transportation

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee-Owned ESOP

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision

Life insurance & disability

Flexible schedules & paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. in Memphis seeks an Assistant Construction Manager to support transportation projects, coordinating field activities, administering plans, and coordinating between clients, inspectors, and engineers to stay on schedule and to spec.

The candidate should have a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree (or equivalent technical diploma with construction experience) and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or technical school diploma with relevant construction experience).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Construction testing certifications preferred (e.g., ESPC, hotmix, concrete, OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate field activities across transportation projects.
• Administer project plans and maintain documentation.
• Maintain communication between clients, inspectors, and engineers.
• Attend project progress meetings and address issues.
• Perform testing procedures (soil, aggregates, concrete, asphalt).
• Support quality control programs and training.
• Uphold ethical engineering standards per company handbook.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Detail orientation

Judgment/decision-making

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Technical school diploma with construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. in Memphis seeks an Assistant Construction Manager to support transportation projects, coordinating field activities, administering plans, and coordinating between clients, inspectors, and engineers to stay on schedule and to spec.

The candidate should have a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree (or equivalent technical diploma with construction experience) and a valid driver’s license.