Construction Manager

Jobtailor; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced construction inspector/field manager for highway and bridge projects in North Carolina. You will review work orders, estimate costs, develop schedules, coordinate materials, and guide field teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Travel to project sites, oversee inspections, and maintain documentation while ensuring compliance with contract documents, safety standards, and client expectations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 10+ years of highway/bridge construction inspection or construction management experience.
• Strong understanding of transportation construction practices, plans, and specifications.
• Proven ability to lead field teams and coordinate with contractors and clients.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze work orders to estimate project costs, staffing needs, and resource requirements.
• Develop and manage project schedules to meet internal goals and client deadlines.
• Coordinate material quantities and procurement based on production plans and project timelines.
• Interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents; provide clear direction to field staff and contractors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely project delivery.
• Oversee and perform field inspections to verify compliance with contract documents, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Lead and mentor inspectors and field personnel, promoting professional development and consistent performance.
• Identify and implement improvements to construction methods, efficiency, and overall project quality.
• Monitor contractor operations, resolve constructability issues, and address discrepancies in plans and specifications.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including schedules, production reports, and field records.
• Support coordination of project meetings, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Travel to project sites and field offices as required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Field coordination

Cost estimation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze work orders to estimate project costs, staffing needs, and resource requirements.
• Develop and manage project schedules to meet internal goals and client deadlines.
• Coordinate material quantities and procurement based on production plans and project timelines.
• Interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents; provide clear direction to field staff and contractors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely project delivery.
• Oversee and perform field inspections to verify compliance with contract documents, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Lead and mentor inspectors and field personnel, promoting professional development and consistent performance.
• Identify and implement improvements to construction methods, efficiency, and overall project quality.
• Monitor contractor operations, resolve constructability issues, and address discrepancies in plans and specifications.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including schedules, production reports, and field records.
• Support coordination of project meetings, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Travel to project sites and field offices as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent required)
• 10+ years of experience in highway and bridge construction inspection and/or construction management
• Strong understanding of transportation construction practices, plans, and specifications
• Proven ability to lead field teams and effectively coordinate with contractors and clients
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills