Transportation Construction Manager

JMT Careers; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Resident Engineers/Construction Managers to join their dynamic team in Pittsburgh. This role involves overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating inspection activities. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in roadway construction inspection, strong supervisory skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with various stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you have a passion for construction management and a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of roadway construction inspection experience required.
• Knowledge of roadway construction techniques and materials is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project inspection activities for contractor compliance.
• Review project documentation and maintain construction progress records.
• Interact with public and government agencies regarding project inquiries.

Skills

Client requested certifications

Strong computer proficiency

Active driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Construction Management/Inspection - Transportation

Pittsburgh, PA

ID: 22544

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.

JMT's Pittsburgh Construction Management Team is seeking Resident Engineers/Resident Construction Managers to staff existing PennDOT assignments and upcoming PA Turnpike assignments.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance with plans, contract documents, specifications, and standards.
2. Assign, schedule, and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project.
3. Review and maintain all pertinent project documentation and ensure that it accurately details construction progress, activities, and materials, meets environmental permitting conditions, complies with safety policies and programs, and monitors EEO and DBE progress and performance.
4. Prepare, review, and submit project inspection reports, work authorizations, work orders, and estimates.
5. Notify contractor of non-compliance and corrective action.
6. Review, analyze, and evaluate contractor schedules.
7. Track project progress and advise parties of possible overruns and critical project issues.
8. Complete analysis of field tests.
9. Attend pre-bid, pre-construction, and/or management level meetings throughout the course of the project, assist the client with change orders, claim defense, and provide updates to the client on construction progress and issues.
10. Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.
11. Work on behalf of the Client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction-related field issues.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

1. Client requested certifications.
2. Strong computer proficiency.
3. Active driver's license.
4. Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening.

Required Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. 8+ years of roadway construction inspection experience.
3. Knowledge and experience in roadway construction techniques, reading plans, procedures, methods, equipment, and materials.
4. Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations.
5. Ability to act in an Owner’s Agent/Responsible in Charge role.

Preferred Experience

1. Experience with local clients.
2. Associates or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.