Construction Manager (VDOT)

Are you an experienced construction professional ready to lead complex infrastructure projects? EBA Engineering, Inc. (EBA) is looking for a Construction Manager to oversee construction activities, project personnel, inspection, materials testing, documentation, budgets, schedules, and contract administration. If you are ready to take ownership of project delivery, coordinate with contractors and stakeholders, and lead field teams on transportation and heavy civil projects, EBA is the place to grow your career.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Construction Manager, your responsibilities will encompass:

• Managing assigned elements of construction projects to verify the contractor's compliance with plans and contract documents, including project personnel, inspection, materials quality control and quality assurance testing, project documentation, budgets, schedules, and contract administration under the direction of the Area Construction Engineer

• Providing project management and construction-related consultation to the Area Construction Engineer or designee, including investigations, evaluations, and written documentation as assigned

• Analyzing and interpreting project plans, contract language, and specifications to evaluate constructability and identify potential construction issues

• Identifying design errors and evaluating their potential impact on the Department and contractor

• Reviewing project documentation and records for compliance with Department requirements and directing changes or corrections when needed

• Reviewing contractor progress and making recommendations for partial and final payments

• Monitoring project budgets and schedules and recommending adjustments to the Area Construction Engineer

• Supervising and managing project staff, including reviewing work products for compliance with Department requirements and project procedures

• Conducting pre-construction conferences, utility coordination meetings, construction progress meetings, and other project meetings

• Preparing project management correspondence and reviewing recommendations prepared by project staff

• Recommending resolutions to field construction problems and design changes

• Preparing and reviewing work orders, independent detailed construction estimates, and Time Impact Analyses

• Coordinating with project design teams, materials personnel, environmental staff, traffic engineering, right-of-way representatives, the public, contractors, and other parties necessary to meet contract schedules and requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To excel in this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications and abilities:

• A bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field

• 8+ years of relevant construction management, inspection, or heavy civil/infrastructure experience

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential

• Proven experience managing heavy civil or infrastructure construction projects, including construction site supervision

• Ability to conduct constructability and biddability reviews and perform cost and schedule analyses

• Ability to supervise and manage project staff and employee work groups

• Ability to interpret roadway and bridge plans, specifications, and contracts

• Ability to prepare technical, financial, administrative, and explanatory correspondence

• Strong task and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

• Working knowledge of survey, nuclear density, and materials testing equipment

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software systems used by VDOT

• Proficiency with project management and documentation tools such as Primavera P6, Procore, Bluebeam, Prolog, or similar software

• Extensive knowledge of construction estimating, cost management, contract administration, scheduling, and regulatory compliance

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, construction plans, and technical documents

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams while maintaining project safety requirements and construction standards

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with clients, contractors, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and internal teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience managing VDOT transportation construction projects and working with VDOT construction management systems and procedures

• Experience with roadway, bridge, utility, maintenance of traffic, materials testing, and other transportation construction activities

If you meet these criteria and are ready to embark on an exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply and be part of our team!

BENEFITS:

We offer a range of benefits to help you thrive in your career, including a competitive salary and comprehensive compensation package; health benefits encompassing medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; participation in a wellness rewards program designed to eliminate medical deductibles; a 401(k) plan with matching contributions from the company; flexible spending accounts; company-paid coverage for short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance benefits; paid holidays and vacation time; as well as reimbursement for tuition, certifications, and licensure to facilitate your ongoing professional advancement.

WHAT WE DO:

At EBA, we appreciate that our success depends upon the experience, knowledge, and teamwork of our staff. As such, we make our commitment count for our employees by valuing you and the work you do. We are committed to supporting diversity, opening doors, trading ideas, encouraging innovation, and giving our staff what they need to perform exceptional work in an exceptional atmosphere.

EBA provides civil/site, geotechnical, structural, transportation, water resources, and water systems engineering; surveying and mapping; construction management/inspection; field and laboratory material testing; subsurface utility engineering; drilling; asset management; and geospatial technologies services to clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our team.

EBA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that EBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, EBA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, EBA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of EBA.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background and drug testing.