Construction Manager - Transportation Market

Gresham Smith; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

Disability & life insurance

Transit program

Family leave

Wellness programs

Telemedicine

Job summary

Gresham Smith in the United States is seeking a Construction Manager to lead complex commercial and municipal projects. You will oversee contract administration, budgets, schedules, and quality assurance while coordinating with architects, engineers, and field teams.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in Construction Management or related field and 10–15 years of experience, with licenses or certifications considered a plus.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in Construction Management or related field with relevant experience.
• 10–15 years of experience in construction management on commercial and municipal projects.
• Licenses, registrations, or certifications are a plus; willingness to participate in certification and training courses post-hire as required by OSHA or client-specific standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract administration including budget, risk management, change processes (change orders and contract modifications), quality assurance, scope, schedule monitoring, payment requisitions, submittal and RFI processes, and prepare project closeout documents
• Keep all stakeholders informed throughout the entire project lifecycle, reporting work progress and budget matters to clients
• Perform risk mitigation activities and ensure adherence to site safety plans
• Facilitate and lead project meetings, documenting outcomes for the project team
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contracted personnel
• Respond proactively to work delays, emergencies, and other issues
• Review contractors’ schedules and provide constructive feedback
• Coordinate, implement, and manage project documentation and procedures in the project administration database
• Review and respond to minor submittals and RFIs, involving subject matter experts when necessary
• Understand project site logistics, specifications, geotechnical reports, drawings, environmental studies, erosion and sedimentation control plans, building codes, and licensing requirements
• Manage the construction field office, assign tasks to direct reports, including administration operations and resident project representatives
• Participate in hiring team members, including interviewing, conducting annual performance reviews, and administering discipline
• Oversee site representatives monitoring quality and conduct quality assurance inspections

Skills

Construction management

Budget management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Job Category: Construction

Requisition Number: CONST004143

• Posted : August 19, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Description

About Us

AtGresham Smith, we call itGenuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as aBest Place to Workbecause we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

• An associate degree in Construction Management or a related field with relevant experience
• 10 to 15 years of experience in construction management; experience in construction and inspection on a wide variety of commercial and municipal projects preferred
• Licenses, registrations, or certifications are a plus; willingness to participate in certification and training courses post-hire as required by OSHA or client-specific standards

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As aConstruction Manager, you will:

• Manage contract administration including budget, risk management, change processes (change orders and contract modifications), quality assurance, scope, schedule monitoring, payment requisitions, submittal and RFI processes, and prepare project closeout documents
• Keep all stakeholders informed throughout the entire project lifecycle, reporting work progress and budget matters to clients
• Perform risk mitigation activities and ensure adherence to site safety plans
• Facilitate and lead project meetings, documenting outcomes for the project team
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contracted personnel
• Respond proactively to work delays, emergencies, and other issues
• Review contractors’ schedules and provide constructive feedback
• Coordinate, implement, and manage project documentation and procedures in the project administration database
• Review and respond to minor submittals and RFIs, involving subject matter experts when necessary
• Understand project site logistics, specifications, geotechnical reports, drawings, environmental studies, erosion and sedimentation control plans, building codes, and licensing requirements
• Manage the construction field office, assign tasks to direct reports, including administration operations and resident project representatives
• Participate in hiring team members, including interviewing, conducting annual performance reviews, and administering discipline
• Oversee site representatives monitoring quality and conduct quality assurance inspections

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information sent to hiring managers or any employee becomes the property of GRESHAM SMITH.

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