Construction Consulting Manager

Exponent; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent in Oakland, CA, is seeking a Construction Consulting Manager to lead project and program management efforts within our Construction Consulting Practice. You will manage budgets, teams, and client relationships, delivering final work products to clients and mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Civil Engineering or related field, 10+ years of construction management experience, strong leadership, and a track record in business development and contract dispute

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or Structural Engineering; advanced degrees and registration preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in project/construction management or construction consulting.
• Strong leadership and client management skills; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience in contract dispute resolution and construction claims is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing budgets and projects
• Managing project teams
• Managing client relationships
• Delivering final work product to clients
• Overseeing and mentoring junior staff

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication

Business development

Team mentoring

Education

BS in Civil Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture/Structural Engineering

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

Construction Consulting Manager

About Exponent

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Manager for our Construction Consulting Practice in Oakland, CA. In this role, you will work as part of a team to work on projects relating to construction project management, program management, project controls, process improvement, construction claims and contract dispute resolution, litigation services, and related construction consulting.

Position Details

Location: US-CA-Oakland

Practice: Construction Consulting

Position Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Managing budgets and projects
• Managing project teams
• Managing client relationships
• Delivering final work product to clients
• Overseeing and mentoring junior staff

Skills and Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or Structural Engineering (advanced degree(s) and registration is preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in project/construction management or construction consulting
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to interact effectively with both internal and external clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Successful business development and client management track record is desired
• Experience in contract dispute resolution and construction claims, litigation services and construction consulting services is a plus
• Knowledge of common construction related software including Primavera and Microsoft Office tools

Life @ Exponent

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well‑being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities. We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well‑being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Work Environment

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well‑being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients.

Compensation

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Manager level and above total compensation includes base salary, annual bonus, and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities, which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $135,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

• Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at [e-mail].

Job Locations

US-CA-Oakland