Regional Transportation Construction Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Regional Transportation Construction Project Manager to oversee project management and client relations. This full-time position involves managing staffing needs, coordinating with inspectors, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development. Join a team dedicated to excellence in highway construction and make a significant impact in the industry. If you have strong leadership skills and a passion for project management, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid time off

Employer-paid health coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer match 401(k)

Year-end bonus opportunity

Expense reimbursements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or Project Management.
• Extensive knowledge of highway construction inspection for Penn DOT.

Responsibilities

• Manage project level client management and staffing needs.
• Lead training and supervision of field inspectors.

Skills

Highway construction inspection

Project management

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Deltek

ECMS

Collaboration software

Job description

Job Description

Position: Regional Transportation Construction Project Manager (RPM)

Status: Exempt

Date: Feb 2025

Location: Remote

Reports To: President

Essential Functions

1. Project level client management
2. Manage and anticipate all staffing needs for projects managed
3. Assist in planning recruitment, training, and hiring of new field inspectors. Communicate with inspectors to provide start times, field office locations, and project expectations.
4. Participate in tracking project labor and expense funding for CM/CI
5. New hire onboarding: review Penn DOT/PTC paperwork, train on RIG timesheet systems, and provide basic field inspection overview if necessary.
6. Partner with other departments to anticipate future needs/issues and develop action plans for solutions
7. Review new projects with current inspectors and coordinate with supervisors

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assign qualified inspectors to projects
• Assist with ECMS tasks such as wage rate adjustments, proposals, invoice reconciliation, and creating new inspectors/employees
• Review inspector resumes and project details to match qualifications
• Coordinate nominations and placements with Prime PM
• Manage project lifecycle data within Deltek, ECMS, and other software
• Track certification processes
• Lead training and supervision of field inspectors
• Mentor and develop reporting employees
• Ensure regulatory compliance, including safety gear regulations
• Occasional travel to project sites in Western PA for inspector check-ins and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Extensive knowledge of highway construction inspection for Penn DOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
• Ability to work effectively with DOT clients and project managers
• Detail-oriented with strong tracking of timelines and budgets
• Exceptional time management, analytical, and communication skills
• Leadership, customer service, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational skills and proficiency with collaboration and time management software
• Understanding of complex mathematical concepts

Workweek, Benefits, and Pay

This is a full-time, exempt position. After a 30-day introductory period, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Employer-paid health coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Employer-paid life insurance (Short & Long-term plans)
• Employer match 401(k)
• Year-end bonus opportunity
• Expense reimbursements

RIG Consulting, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.