Construction Manager/ Civil Resident Engineer - Seattle

Jimmy Jazz; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Holidays

Job summary

KBA, Inc. is hiring a Construction Manager/Resident Engineer in the Seattle area. You will oversee day-to-day construction management activities and serve as the primary liaison to contractors and the client for SDOT projects and related City initiatives.

The role requires leading project teams, coordinating RFIs and submittals, monitoring budgets and schedules, and maintaining rigorous documentation. Strong leadership and public project experience are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geology or equivalent strongly desired.
• PE or CCM certification is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience on public capital projects.
• Experience on large multi-million dollar projects and coordination with agencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction management activities and act as primary representative to contractors and client.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittal responses, and progress payments.
• Monitor project budget and schedule; ensure compliance with standards.
• Manage inspector reports, meeting notes, and project documentation.
• Lead and mentor project staff; clarify roles and responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Schedule management

RFIs / submittals coordination

Team mentoring

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

B.S. in Construction Management

B.S. in Geology

Professional Engineering License (PE)

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Tools

ProCore

Autodesk Forma

Job description

• Location 11201 SE 8th St,Suite 160,Bellevue, WA, 98004-6364,United States
• Base Pay $74,880.00 - $208,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Construction Management, Resident Engineering, Civil Engineering
• Employee Type FTE
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

Description

TEAMS THAT BUILD TRUST

For over 30 years, KBA has successfully managed highly visible public and private construction projects, earning the trust and respect of clients throughout our community. It’s what we do. No one does it better. KBA is small enough to be flexible and responsive, yet big enough to manage large and complex projects. As 100% employee owned, we recognize our employees are our most important resource and the basis for our success. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences and cultures within our workforce. KBA offers an excellent benefits package that includes health insurance, 401K Plan, holidays, paid time off (PTO), and an employee stock ownership plan. We support and further professional growth and development. We work hard, and we have fun.

KBA, Inc. works on the area’s most technically challenging, complex, and award-winning construction projects:

Roads - Bridges & Highways - Transit

Water & Wastewater - Buildings - Land Development - Port Facilities

Bring your knowledge and expertise as our next Construction Manager/Resident Engineer

What you will be doing:

The Construction Manager/Resident Engineer oversees day-to-day construction management activities and serves as the primary representative to construction contractors and the client.

The person in this role must be able to work in the Seattle Metropolitan area able to support work within the City of Seattle and is primarily intended to perform work for SDOT projects, with additional support for City Light and SPU projects as needed and may manage multiple projects concurrently

Construction Project Management responsibility background

• Coordinate RFIs, submittal responses, and progress payments.
• Monitor project budget and schedule.
• Familiar with AASHTO, FHWA, other applicable standards for work being performed, and other governing agencies’ construction administration, engineering, environmental methods, standards, and policies.
• Bridge and roadwork experience preferred.

Scheduling

• Criticalpathknowledgeatintermediatelevel preferred.

Project Documentation

• Experience managing contracts with Federal Aid Funding documentation and requirements preferred.
• Manage inspector’s daily reports (IDRs) documenting quantities and quality of contractor performance.
• Manageadministrativedocumentationofmeetingnotesand correspondence.
• Proficientinmaterialsmanagement,tracking,and documentation.

Technical Skills Preferred

• ProCore
• AutodeskForma,previously (knownas Build)

SuperviseProject Staff

• Strong leadership skills to mentor, train and inspire teams.
• Ability to lead, advise, oversee, and manage the teams while clarifying roles and responsibilities, resolving issues and supporting staff coaching and development.

Other Duties as Assigned

Requirements

Education/Experience : B.S.inCivilEngineering,Construction Management, Geology, or equivalent stronglydesired.

Preferred Experience :

• Professional Engineering License (PE) or Certified Construction Management (CCM) Certificationispreferred .
• Has worked on a minimum of one large project of $20 million or more and a minimum of two projects valued between $10 million and $20 million.
• Has worked for a minimum of 8 years on public capital projects as a public agency owner, consultant, contractor, or equivalent.

Summary

Medical and Wellness Benefits

(100% employer paid for employees, with dependent coverage subsidies)

• Medical and Prescriptions
• Company Contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental

• Dental
• Vision
• AFLAC Personal Cancer Indemnity Plan (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

• Paid Personal Leave
• Company Observed Holidays

Investment/Retirement Programs

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Plan

Income Protection

• Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)

Identity Theft Protection

Voluntary Guaranteed Issue

• Supplemental Life and AD&D

Supplemental Long Term Care

Company Events

• KBA Quarterly Safety Meetings
• KBA Summer Picnic
• KBA Company Campout
• KBA Winter Banquet
• Team Building Activities (marathons, sporting events, book club)
• Community Projects

Professional Development

• Professional Registrations, Licenses, and Certifications
• Memberships in Professional and Technical Societies
• Training and Education Assistance

EOE/AA/VETERAN/DISABILITY

KBA is committed to an inclusive work environment that is full of opportunity for all, with a workforce that reflects the region’s diversity. At the core of it all, our approach is shaped by a strong respect for people. KBA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KBA has won the American Council of Engineering Companies of Washington’s “Excellence in Inclusion” award for all three years that it has been awarded. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. KBA uses E-Verify to verify the ability of all new employees to legally work in the United States. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]