Construction Manager - Baltimore/Richmond/Hampton Roads

Michael Baker Intl.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Construction Manager to lead large-scale bridge, highway, and rail projects in the Mid-Atlantic region. This role involves not only overseeing construction activities but also shaping the business strategy and expanding client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering projects safely and efficiently. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in construction services and make a significant impact in the field. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and drive project success, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction management experience required.
• 4-year degree in civil engineering or related field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise planning and implementation of construction projects.
• Ensure projects meet safety standards and are completed on time.
• Engage in business development and client relationship management.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Safety

Scheduling (CPM scheduling, Primavera, Microsoft Project)

Cost Estimating

Risk Management

Quality Management

Client Communication

Education

4-year college degree in civil or structural engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker continues to expand our growing construction services practice in the Mid-Atlantic region and are seeking a qualified Construction Manager capable of running large bridge, highway, and rail projects. Our growing group of construction managers, resident engineers, and inspectors is focused on providing construction services to clients both within Baltimore/Richmond/Hampton Roads and the larger Mid-Atlantic Region. We are looking for a bridge/highway focused leader who will collaborate with our team to provide high quality construction services. In addition to project responsibilities, you will be directly involved with development and implementation of the construction services business strategy, while also helping to win work, expand our project portfolio, and grow our client base.

As a part of the team, the Construction Manager will supervise the planning, coordination, and implementation of construction projects relating to current and future contracts with Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and other modal agencies within the Richmond/Hampton Roads region as well as our Baltimore Region. Types of projects may include, but not limited to: highway/transitway/interchange projects; bridge construction/repair/maintenance; and rail/transit projects. Construction Managers coordinate with engineers, clients, contractors, and field staff as necessary to ensure projects are completed in accordance with contract documents, on-time, and within project budgets while ensuring safety measures are appropriately taken.

Field and office duties require the ability to prepare clear, concise, and complete reports including:correspondence, meeting notes, individual daily reports, summary of quantities, change orders, supplemental agreements, and project closeout documents. The Construction Manager will provide oversight of construction change order administration, inspector performance, and resolution of construction issues. Non project specific duties will include regional business development and client engagement within the Richmond/Hampton Roads area. Duties include researching, planning, and implementing target market initiatives as well as prospective client outreach.

Other responsibilities include:

• Support design teams with constructability reviews of plans under development
• Review project proposal and scope of work to determine schedule, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, assisting in contract negotiations, as required
• Monitor construction progress
• Supervise construction staff and ensure they’re properly trained and certified for job requirements and use of all equipment
• Work with lead inspectors in scheduling the inspection resources
• Make sure projects adhere to all government and industry standards and guidelines
• Prepare and implement construction management QA/QC Plans
• Implement and maintain document control management systems
• May have to work non-standard hours, including some nights and weekends on occasion.
• Interact with other consulting firms
• Client management including:
  • Develop and maintain client relations to ensure satisfaction
  • Interface with Key stakeholders, as needed
  • Gather/disseminate information and intelligence regarding potential upcoming pursuits
  • Participate in business development activities as required for existing and potential new clients, to include general marketing, client meetings, and proposal development

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 4-year college degree in civil or structural engineering, construction management or a related field
• 10+ years of construction management or construction oversight
• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license in VA is preferred but not required
• Possession of a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential is preferred but not required
• Demonstrated proficiency in project safety, scheduling (CPM scheduling, Primavera, Microsoft Project), staffing, cost estimating, risk management, quality management, and project/document controls
• Ability to plan, organize, assign, lead, motivate and evaluate various levels and numbers of staff
• Aptitude for communicating with owner/client staff, contractors, and subconsultants(Excellent English language skills, written and verbal, are essential)
• Commitment to and confirmed track record of safely delivering projects on time, under budget, and of the utmost quality
• Dedication to project goals, client satisfaction, corporate aspirations, business development, growth objectives, staff development, and operational excellence
• Familiarity with Federal and State Specifications for construction
• Construction observation experience with industry standards
• Ability to organize and handle multiple project assignments
• Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Established relationships with state agencies a plus
• VDOT experience in the Richmond/Hampton Roads area

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $93,844 to $135,504. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.