Transportation Construction Manager I

RK&K; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as a Transportation Construction Manager I. This role involves managing key project elements, ensuring compliance, and serving as a liaison among various stakeholders. You will leverage your PennDOT experience and relevant certifications to guide projects from conception to completion. With a commitment to quality and safety, this position offers a chance to impact local communities positively. The firm values collaboration and offers a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for professional growth and career advancement.

Benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year PennDOT experience as TCIS-2 or higher.
• Required certifications include NICET Level III or IV in Highway Construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects as an owner's representative ensuring compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between contractors, design teams, and agencies.
• Conduct project meetings and prepare management correspondence.

Skills

PennDOT experience

Construction Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's in Construction Management

NICET Level III Certification

PennDOT Concrete Technician Certification

Job description

RK&K's Construction Management Team is currently hiring a Transportation Construction Manager I to work primarily near the Hamburg, PA area. This is a night shift position, and you must be willing to commute to the Hamburg area. Previous PennDOT experience as a TCIS (supervisor-level inspector) is highly preferred. Come join our highly respected Construction Management team.

RK&K also hires those with related experiences such as contractor, military, and surveyor experience.

Essential Functions

• Manage assigned elements of projects as an owner's representative to ensure contract compliance


• Serve as a communication liaison between field staff, contractor, design team, federal and state agencies, and citizens


• Review and understand the project plans, contract documents, specifications and standards


• Provide technical guidance to the client and ensure the final product is quality work


• Provide thorough constructability reviews for projects at 30%, 60%, and 90% design


• Update and track financial information including cost projections for projects. Make recommendations related to partial and final contractor payments. Prepare and conduct entitlement determinations, independent cost estimates, time impact recommendations and documentation related to project change orders


• Track project schedule and make recommendations


• Conduct project meetings to include preconstruction meetings, utility coordination meetings, progress meetings and pre-activity meetings


• Prepare project management correspondence and reviews recommendations made by project staff.


• Manage the Project Close-out process, including as-builts, final quantities and final acceptance


• Focus attention on the success of key project elements: Safety & Environmental, Quality, Schedule and Cost


• Interact and build relationships

Required Skills Experience

One (1) year minimum PennDOT experience as a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (TCIS-2)or higher, and has all three (3) certifications: PENNDOT Concrete Technician Certification, NECEPT Field Technician Certification and NICET Level III Certification or higher in Highway Construction, only NICET Certifications in Highway Construction are allowed unless special circumstances of other NICET subfields are requested for Central Office approval.

Or

One (1) year minimum PennDOT experience as a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor 2 (TCIS-2) or higher, and has attained NICET Level IV Certification in Highway Construction, only NICET Certifications in Highway Construction are allowed unless special circumstances of other NICET subfields are requested for Central Office approval and either PennDOT Concrete Technician Certification or NECEPT Field Technician Certification.

Or

Three (3) year minimum PennDOT experience as a Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor 1 (TCIS-1) or higher, and has two (2) of the following three (3) certifications: PennDOT Concrete Technician Certification, NECEPT Field Technician Certification, or NICET Level III Certification or higher in Highway Construction, only NICET Certifications in Highway Construction are allowed unless special circumstances of other NICET subfields are requested for Central Office approval.

Or

Eight (8) years minimum of transportation, highway or bridge construction inspection supervision/management experience and has either PennDOT Concrete Technician Certification and NECEPT Field Technician Certification OR NICET Level IV Certification in Highway Construction, only NICET Certifications in Highway Construction are allowed unless special circumstances of other NICET subfields are requested for Central Office approval.

Or

Twelve (12) years minimum of transportation, highway or bridge construction inspection supervision/management experience acceptable to the Department.

Note:

A Bachelor's of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or an active Professional Engineer's License may be substituted for four (4) years of experience. A PE License can be substituted for all NICET Level Certifications. An Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off


• Tuition reimbursement


• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances


• Matching 401(k) plan


• Paid Holidays


• Much, much more!


• Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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