Transportation Construction Manager (TCM)

Urban Engineers, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Transportation Construction Managers to oversee highway construction projects in Pennsylvania. This role involves ensuring compliance with construction plans, managing inspection teams, and facilitating communication among stakeholders. Candidates should possess significant experience in highway construction inspection, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive hourly wage, a sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. Join a company that values professional growth and innovation in the engineering field.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K and company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in transportation highway construction inspection required.
• Must have NICET Level IV certification and NECEPT certifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect highways and bridges for conformance with plans.
• Manage construction inspection staff and facilitate communication.

Skills

Highway Construction Inspection

Communication Skills

Project Management

Computer Skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineers License (PE)

Tools

PennDOT ECMS v3

Electronic Tablets

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PHILADELPHIA - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $33.21 - $43.25 Hourly

Transportation Construction Manager (TCM)

Urban Engineers is seeking qualified individuals in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Erie, Allentown, Scranton, Mechanicsburg, State College, and Williamsport to join the Construction Management Department as Transportation Construction Managers (TCM-1 and TCM-2) for highway construction projects. For details about pay, sign-on bonus, and benefits, please see below.

This position will be responsible for:

• The inspection of highways and bridges and documenting that they are being constructed in conformance with the plans and specifications.
• Inspecting and documenting the field activities performed by the contractor daily and acting as a representative for the client.
• Facilitating communication between the inspection team, contractor, and client daily.
• Managing construction inspection staff and the project.
• Additional tasks may include Project Site Activity (PSA) reports, electronic tablet and computer usage, processing payments, issuing work authorizations and work orders, and monitoring the project schedule.

Job Requirements:

Minimum requirements for Transportation Construction Manager (TCM):

• Previous experience as a TCIS on PennDOT projects or (8) eight years of transportation highway construction inspection supervisor/management experience or (6) six years of transportation, highway, or bridge construction inspection experience.
• Must have all of the following certifications: NICET Level IV (Highway Construction), NECEPT Asphalt, and NECEPT/PennDOT Concrete.

Note: A B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or a Professional Engineers License (PE) can be substituted for four years of experience. A PE license can also substitute for a NICET certification.

Additional requirements:

• PennDOT ECMS v3 and PPCC experience are preferred.
• Basic computer skills to review construction drawings/specifications and complete project documentation using electronic tablets and computers are required.
• Ability to navigate construction sites in various terrains and weather conditions.
• Work hours may include day, night, and weekend shifts depending on project needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Candidates must have their own vehicle and a valid driver's license; mileage reimbursement is provided for duty-related driving.

Pay Rate: $33.21 - $43.25 / hour. The rate depends on TCM experience level.

Incentive: $2,000 sign-on bonus, paid 50% in the first paycheck and 50% after 90 days of employment.

Available Locations: Erie, PA | Scranton, PA | Pittsburgh, PA | Philadelphia, PA | Mechanicsburg, PA | Allentown, PA | State College, PA | Williamsport, PA | Altoona, PA

This position is not available for remote/virtual work.

Benefits of working at Urban:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K and company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Certification Bonus

Apply today!

Please include a PDF or Word Document version of your resume.

About Urban:

Our culture is built around our people. Voted a top workplace by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits, as well as career development through our Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance, and certification incentives.

Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. We strive for innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance to create value for our clients and employees.

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