Construction Manager - Rail/Transit Philadelphia, PA

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Construction Manager to oversee multimodal transit and rail facilities projects in the vibrant Philadelphia area. This role offers the opportunity to lead significant construction initiatives while ensuring compliance and fostering strong relationships with clients and contractors. Ideal candidates will bring extensive experience in construction management, particularly in transit projects, and possess a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the community and help shape the future of infrastructure in the region. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 15+ years of construction experience in management roles.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects and maintain client relationships.
• Conduct site reviews and ensure compliance with plans.
• Develop solutions to project issues and manage schedules.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Organizational Skills

Team Leadership

Construction Drawing Interpretation

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Multi-task Management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Construction Management Software

Job description

Construction Management/Inspection - Facilities

Philadelphia, PA

ID: 23018

Full-Time/Regular

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

At JMT, we believe our work adds value to our community. Our culture is shaped by employee ownership and engagement. We are seeking a Construction Manager to be responsible for managing construction and rehabilitation of Multimodal Transit and Rail Facilities infrastructure projects in and around Philadelphia and Northeastern Pennsylvania.

JMT is involved with an increasing number of large capital construction programs in the Northeastern Pennsylvania region. This opportunity is to support a major capital program with locations throughout Philadelphia and Northeastern Pennsylvania. The selected candidate will be required to operate in a dynamic environment as a direct extension of our client’s staff and leverage their prior experiences delivering construction projects within time-sensitive schedules. The successful candidate must have strong organizational skills, communicate timely and accurately, and be experienced with multi-prime construction projects.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Maintain excellent relationships with clients, building users, designers, and contractors
• Communicate and manage any and all issues and potential risks as they pertain to projects
• Actively manage project schedule from inception to close out
• Review contractor work in place to ensure compliance with plans and specifications
• Conduct weekly site reviews / meetings, create minutes, assign action items, and follow up
• Upload and manage all pertinent project information to eBuilder or Unifier timely
• Review and measure work in place and approve contractor monthly requisitions
• Develop and implement collaborative solutions to project issues and problems
• Audit and negotiate project related change orders and obtain approvals
• Manage job work item turn over and close-out efficiently to meet owner/user expectations
• Assist and Coordinate with 3rd party engineering and special inspections requirements

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and jobs in an efficient manner
• Ability to lead and grow project management and inspection team
• The ability to work well with others, and willingness to learn in a team environment
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, plans, details, and specifications
• Ability to think outside the box to solve complex issues with a sense of urgency
• Ability to determine, recommend and implement corrective actions to overcome unanticipated issues, delays and challenges
• A strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Microsoft Office and construction management software systems fluency

Required Experience

• Minimum of 15 +/- years of construction experience serving as a Construction Manager, Construction Management Representative, or Construction Superintendent
• Experience working with rail and transit agencies such as PATCO, SEPTA, NJ Transit and AMTRAK
• Experience with rail and multimodal transit facilities construction and renovations
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Preferred Experience

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-hour construction safety training

Working Conditions

Work is 100% performed in a field (construction) environment. Field work requires climbing, walking and standing at a construction site and may be outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 50 lbs) may be required. Travel required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.