CEI Project Lead: Construction & Coordination

ETM Inc.; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

Potential performance-based bonus

Job summary

ETM Inc. is seeking a Project Administrator to manage Construction and Inspection (CEI) services on assigned projects in New York.

You will independently assess challenges, coordinate with the Senior Project Engineer, and ensure contract compliance and accurate documentation. The role requires strong judgment, initiative, and the ability to communicate with clients, contractors, utilities, and public officials.

Qualifications

• Requires 8 years CEI or roadway/bridge construction experience, with 2 years in relevant transportation projects.
• Alternatively, 2 years engineering experience in relevant transportation projects; master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Owner’s representative prioritizing safety, quality, schedule, financial responsibility, and client satisfaction.
• Exercise professional judgment with concurrence from the SPE.
• Proactively resolve project issues and communicate significant activities and updates to clients.
• Manage assigned staff and ensure all project activities are properly documented.
• Oversee change orders, supplemental agreements, work orders, and contractor payments.
• Maintain plans, specifications, shop drawings, and material requirements to ensure contract compliance.
• Lead project meetings with clients, contractors, utilities, agencies, and the public.
• Review and/or prepare progress and final estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Model and promote ETM standards and procedures.
• Support project teams with problem-solving and risk mitigation.
• Provide mentorship and performance feedback.
• Support recruiting efforts and identify key talent opportunities.
• Ensure quality control standards are met across projects.
• Assist with proposals, presentations, marketing efforts, and client relationship development.
• Stay current on industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
• Promote technology integration and process improvements.
• Maintain 100% compliance with safety requirements and PPE standards.

Skills

Project coordination

Client communication

Documentation

Issue resolution

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Master’s degree in engineering/Engineering Technology/Construction Management (substitution for experience)

Tools

FDOT Advanced MOT

CTQP Quality Control Manager

CTQP Final Estimates Level II

Job description

ETM Inc. is seeking a Project Administrator to manage Construction and Inspection (CEI) services on assigned projects in New York.

You will independently assess challenges, coordinate with the Senior Project Engineer, and ensure contract compliance and accurate documentation. The role requires strong judgment, initiative, and the ability to communicate with clients, contractors, utilities, and public officials.