Transportation Construction Manager | Project Leader

Gresham Smith in; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with Company Match

Generous PTO

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Transit benefits

Job summary

Gresham Smith in Birmingham, AL, seeks a Construction Manager in Transportation Market (Finance) to lead complex projects from contract to closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, QA, risk, and coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors.

The role requires an associate degree in Construction Management or related field, 10–15 years of experience on commercial and municipal projects, and willingness to pursue post-hire certifications.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in Construction Management or a related field with relevant experience.
• 10 to 15 years of experience in construction management; experience on 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.

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
• Coordinate commissioning requirements

Education

Associate degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Gresham Smith in Birmingham, AL, seeks a Construction Manager in Transportation Market (Finance) to lead complex projects from contract to closeout. You will manage budgets, schedules, QA, risk, and coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors.

The role requires an associate degree in Construction Management or related field, 10–15 years of experience on commercial and municipal projects, and willingness to pursue post-hire certifications.