Construction Manager, CEI

RK&K; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Matching 401(k) plan

Student Loan Retirement Match Program

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disa

Job summary

RK&K is seeking a Construction Manager to join our CEI team in Pittsburgh, PA. You will manage construction projects and mentor inspection teams while ensuring contract compliance and quality deliverables.

The role emphasizes constructability reviews, staffing management, and coordination with federal/state agencies, contractors, and design teams. A background in heavy civil infrastructure is required, with DOT experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Eight years of heavy civil infrastructure construction or inspection experience.
• Ability to read roadway plans and specifications.
• Experience managing inspection teams and project staffing.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction inspection teams and act as owner’s rep for contract compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to client and ensure quality of work.
• Lead constructability reviews at 30%, 60%, and 90% designs.
• Track budgets, payments, and change orders; manage project communications.
• Oversee project meetings, close-out, and safety/environmental focus.

Skills

Heavy civil infra mgmt

Roadway plans reading

Contract management

QA/QC knowledge

RFI/Submittal processes

Leadership/mentoring

Communication liaison

Cost tracking/warranting payments

Project scheduling (CPM)

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering

E.I.T. or P.E. license

CCM certification (preferred)

Tools

ECMS

PPCC

Microsoft Office

Job description

RK&K is seeking a Construction Manager to join our Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team in Pittsburgh, PA. As a Construction Manager on RK&K's CEI team you will manage construction projects (CM) and mentor, grow, and manage our construction inspection teams (CI).

Essential Functions

• Manage, build and develop construction inspection teams
• Manage assigned elements of projects as an owner's representative to ensure contract compliance
• Provide technical guidance to the client and ensure the final product is quality work
• Provide thorough constructability reviews for projects at 30%, 60%, and 90% design
• Manage project personnel, inspections, materials quality control and quality assurance testing
• Serve as a communication liaison between field staff, contractor, design team, federal and state agencies, and citizens
• Determine inspection staffing needs, provide staff supervision and management, research and interpret contract requirements providing technical guidance to staff and ensure quality of work product
• Update and track financial information including cost projections for projects. Make recommendations related to partial and final contractor payments. Prepare and conduct entitlement determinations, independent cost estimates, time impact recommendations and documentation related to project change orders
• Track project schedule and make recommendations
• Conduct project meetings to include preconstruction meetings, utility coordination meetings, progress meetings and pre-activity meetings
• Prepare project management correspondence and reviews recommendations made by project staff.
• Manage the Project Close-out process, including as-builts, final quantities and final acceptance
• Focus attention on the success of key project elements: Safety & Environmental, Quality, Schedule and Cost
• Interact and build relationships

Required Skills and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience managing heavy civil infrastructure construction, providing construction inspection or construction management experience.
• PennDOT experience (preferred) or Federal, municipal, or other DOT experience
• Construction management experience in roadway, utilities, and structures
• Ability to read & interpret roadway plans & specifications
• Understanding of contractor means & methods and materials
• Understanding of QA/QC development and execution process
• Understanding RFI and Submittal Processes as well as experience running project meetings and developing meeting minutes
• Familiarity with interpreting contract specifications, standards, etc
• Functional computer usage including familiarity with ECMS, PPCC, and Microsoft Office suite software.
• Acceptable driving record
• Knowledge and understanding of project controls (CPM scheduling, cost estimating, claim analysis)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or related field
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• NICET Level 3 or higher in Transportation / Highway Construction
• E.I.T. or P.E. license
• Contractor, Inspection, or Management experience on PennDOT projects.

Physical Demands

This role requires the ability to perform field inspections on active construction sites. The employee must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, navigate uneven terrain, and climb ladders or stairs. Ability to lift and carry inspection equipment and materials weighing up to 20-30 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and may include exposure to construction-related hazards.

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Student Loan Retirement Match Program
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career Development
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.