Project Manager -CEI

Consor; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Consor is seeking a seasoned construction professional to lead regional CEI teams across Tennessee, guiding projects from pre-construction through final acceptance. You will ensure compliance with contract documents, budgets, and schedules, and drive robust document controls and QA processes.

The ideal candidate has a PE license (preferred but not required), a decade of inspection experience, strong communication, and the ability to coordinate with owners and contractors to deliver successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a construction-related field.
• Minimum ten years of construction inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Obtain certifications and pass tests for the position within specified time frames.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for regional CEI teams on DOT and municipal projects.
• Guide project execution to meet contract documents, budgets, and schedules.
• Lead communications with project stakeholders and regional leadership.
• Perform monthly CPM schedule reviews and approvals.
• Manage documentation for final estimates throughout construction.
• Engage with owner representatives and contractors to resolve contract challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical writing

Networking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management or Civil/Environmental engineering

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

What Your Day Will Look Like:

You’ll provide technical support and leadership for the construction team(s) for the Tennessee area from pre-construction activities through final acceptance of minor and major transportation projects (roadway, bridge, infrastructure, etc.). Your key responsibilities will include ensuring that projects adhere to contract documents, budget constraints, and schedules through implementation of sound document controls, internal quality assurance measures, leading communications between project stakeholders, and participation in progress meetings.Collaboration with other regional leadership and supporting corporate function will be part of your daily tasks.

What You'll Do:

• As an experienced leader you will guide a regional group of Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) teams in the execution of Department of Transportation and municipal projects having scopes including; milling and resurfacing, intersection improvements, drainage, earthwork, bridge work and utility relocations.
• Use your strong communication and technical skills to lead our construction infrastructure projects for our clients and deliver direction in the implementation of Consor’s corporate procedures and policies.
• The ideal individual has technical writing skills, networking ability, and willingness to help our Florida CEI units identify and pursue eligible, profitable projects for the area staff.
• Serve as project executive on multiple projects and provide guidance to project staff in the establishment and maintenance of all project processes per contract requirements.
• Perform monthly CPM schedule review and approval.
• Communicate directly with owner representatives and the project contractor community to strategize complex operations and resolve contract challenges.
• Manage the administrative staff in preparation of all documentation for final estimate submission throughout the duration of the construction project.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Civil, Environmental, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum ten years of construction inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Obtain any required certifications and pass appropriate qualifications tests for the position in specified time frames.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred Not required
• Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• This field job primarily operates in outdoor work environments that may include exposure to inclement weather, heat, humidity, noise, hazard, atmospheric conditions, and bodies of water, depending on project requirements.
• While performing the duties of this job, physical demands of the employee may include frequent talking, hearing, standing, moving, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, balancing, coordination, and occasional sitting or operating a company vehicle. This job may require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 35 lbs.

Get to Know Us:

What Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing a comprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time and contingent positions are only eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, contact [e-mail].

• Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.

• Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.

• Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.

• Life – Employer-paid STD and LTD, employer-paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.

• Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.

How Your Career Will Grow:

We know career growth is not always linear or streamlined—it’s often dynamic. You may want to explore a management track, try a new technical track, or move laterally to reposition your skills and talents. No matter what level you join us at or how you want to shape your career, we want Consor to be a place where you can learn and grow.

Why You’ll Love Consor:

You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together. Click here to learn more about Consor.

Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace

Consor welcomes and celebrates equality and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment in which employees and prospective employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where the uniqueness, perspectives, and experiences of individuals are valued. Consor is an equal opportunity employer andmaintainsemployment practices designed to provide equal employment and development opportunities for all employees and applicants,in accordance withapplicable local, state, and federal laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consor alsomaintainsan affirmative action program across its offices and worksites.

If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at [phone]. Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Consor by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD.

If any applicant believes they have been discriminated against or desires further information or assistance, contact us at [phone].

Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position's responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks.

At Consor, we're committed to recruiting teammates ready to expand their potential. To safeguard candidates, we use only legitimate recruitment practices. Initial outreach is conducted through official Consor email addresses or LinkedIn messaging; be suspicious of any inconsistencies. We do not request personal data, sensitive information or banking details during the application process. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams—never through messaging apps or other calling services. All job offers are merit-based, delivered verbally, and followed up by written confirmation. If personal information is required to initiate the hiring process, it will be collected through secure, authorized channels. If ever in doubt, contact [e-mail].

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