Construction Manager/ Civil Resident Engineer - South End (South King County & Pierce County)

Location 11201 SE 8th St,Suite 160,Bellevue, WA, 98004-6364,United States Base Pay $74,880.00 - $208,000.00 / Year Job Category Construction Management, Civil Engineering , Consulting Employee Type FTE Required Degree 4 Year Degree Manage Others Yes Contact information Email View email address on click.appcast.io

TEAMS THAT BUILD TRUST

For 32 years, KBA has successfully managed highly visible public and private construction projects, earning the trust and respect of clients throughout our community. It’s what we do. No one does it better. KBA is small enough to be flexible and responsive, yet big enough to manage large and complex projects. As 100% employee owned, we recognize our employees are our most important resource and the basis for our success. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences and cultures within our workforce. KBA offers an excellent benefits package that includes health insurance, 401K Plan, holidays, paid time off (PTO), and an employee stock ownership plan. We support and further professional growth and development. We work hard, and we have fun. KBA, Inc. works on the area’s most technically challenging, complex, and award-winning construction projects: Roads - Bridges & Highways - Transit Water & Wastewater - Buildings - Land Development - Port Facilities Bring your knowledge and expertise as our next Civil Construction Resident Engineer to develop creative solutions which help our clients make smart and strategic decisions to complete successful projects in the South End area. The ability to anticipate and solve problems with nearly obsessive attention to detail pretty much sums up the KBA difference. Our people know that managing projects efficiently and effectively produces success; and working collaboratively to do so makes the success truly rewarding. Who you are: Develops working relationships with agency staff and stakeholders. Understands document control for the project (i.e., materials documentation of RFI, contractor payment, contractor employment records) at an advanced level with oversight from more experienced staff. Ensures accountability by holding oneself and others accountable to meet commitments. Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm; independently. Communicates effectively by developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the project needs to external partners (i.e.: clients, consultants, and contractors). Shows courage by stepping up to address difficult issues and saying what needs to be said. Cultivates innovation by creating new and better ways for the project to be successful and tapping resources. Uses resourcefulness by securing and deploying project resources effectively and efficiently. Drives results by consistently accomplishing tasks independently, even under tough circumstances. Effectively executes delegated work. Instills trust by gaining the confidence of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. What you’ll be doing: Coordinates daily observation of contractor activities and reviews Inspectors Daily Reports. Reviews verification of materials and tracks quantities. Prepares and negotiates Work Change Directives and Change Orders. Reviews and approves monthly contractor progress payments. Monitors contractor progress compared with progress schedule and budget. Works with contractor and client to resolve conflicts in the field. Draft responses to Contractor's correspondence as required. Monitors activities of assigned staff for conformance with contractual requirements. Provides technical leadership for complex or unique assignments. Provides guidance, training, and mentorship to inspection staff. Performs constructability and schedule reviews. Manages contract close-out. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local agency construction administration policies. Fosters a safety culture on the project site. Performs office management engineer work when needed including but not limited to: prepares documentation for change orders, reviews change order scope of work, schedule and cost, processes and maintains tracking logs for RFIs, submittals, pay estimates, and other deliverables. Assists in constructability reviews. Inspects, monitors, and oversees construction field work tasks and activities on a project to ensure conformance to plans and specifications. Reads, interprets, and confirm compliance with applicable contract documents. Performs or oversees on-site material testing. Reviews plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities). Responsible for the tracking of item quantities and preparing pay estimates and ensures that procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications. Initiates field changes to drawings and specifications and identifies discrepancies or conflicts within the documents. Reviews contractors daily construction reports for accuracy, thoroughness, and consistency. Responsible for maintaining as-constructed drawings and monitors contractors progress to analyze against progress schedule. Consults on work progress and construction problems, proactively recommends solutions, assists in the resolution of issues, and acts as a liaison with the engineer of record. What you’ll need to be successful (minimum requirements): Five (5) to Ten (10) years or more of experience. A college degree (a Bachelors in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is preferable) and/or commensurate work related experience and specialized training/courses and certificates. Direct experience as a Resident Engineer or Construction Manager with a minimum of 5 years of experience working on public capital projects as a consultant, owner/agency, or approved equivalent.

• Has worked on a minimum of 5 large projects at $10 million or more.
• Experience managing contracts with Federal Aid Funding documentation required.

Understanding of construction methods, including standards, equipment, processes, and safety considerations, and an ability to reads and interpret complex contract documents. Strong written and oral communication skills. Experience with computer applications. Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating so that you get along with clients, contractors, co-workers, and management. A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required. This position requires authorization to work in the United States both currently and in the future without the need for employer sponsorship. Ability to lift 50 pounds, such as boxes of records, is required. Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders, and navigate uneven terrain throughout construction worksites for up to 10 hours a day is required. What we’d love if you had (preferred requirements): PE or CCM or both Experience with the software we use at an intermediate level: Microsoft Office, MS Project, SharePoint, BlueBeam Experience on alternative delivery projects, including GC/CM and/or Design-Build. Minimum 4 years construction inspection experience on heavy civil projects including bridge, roadway, transit, and/or rail. Prefer the following technical experience:

• ProCare
• Autodesk Build or PlanGrid
• PM Web
• Kahua Project Management software

Medical and Wellness Benefits (100% employer paid for employees, with dependent coverage subsidies) Medical and Prescriptions Company Contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Vision AFLAC Personal Cancer Indemnity Plan (voluntary) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off Paid Personal Leave Company Observed Holidays Investment/Retirement Programs Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 401(k) Plan Income Protection Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Identity Theft Protection Voluntary Guaranteed Issue Supplemental Life and AD&D Supplemental Long Term Care Company Events KBA Quarterly Safety Meetings KBA Summer Picnic KBA Company Campout KBA Winter Banquet Team Building Activities (marathons, sporting events, book club) Community Projects Professional Development Professional Registrations, Licenses, and Certifications Memberships in Professional and Technical Societies Training and Education Assistance

EOE/AA/VETERAN/DISABILITY

KBA is committed to an inclusive work environment that is full of opportunity for all, with a workforce that reflects the region’s diversity. At the core of it all, our approach is shaped by a strong respect for people. KBA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KBA has won the American Council of Engineering Companies of Washington’s “Excellence in Inclusion” award for all three years that it has been awarded. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. KBA uses E-Verify to verify the ability of all new employees to legally work in the United States. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr KBA, INC.