Construction Manager - Transportation

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Full Time Fairfax, VA, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 3212 At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world! We have an immediate opening in the Northern Virginia area for a qualified transportation Construction Manager, assigned to manage inspection staff and perform a Construction Manager role on DDOT, VDOT, as well as Northern Virginia locality contracts. The Construction Manager will be responsible for managing staff and managing small to large DDOT, VDOT and locality projects, including design-bid-build and Design-Build projects. Must have significant experience in roadway/bridge construction. Experience on local government projects preferred. Capable of leading a construction staff, be proficient at reading and interpreting plans, specifications and shop drawings as well as overseeing construction document controls and enforcing contract compliance. Full VDOT materials certification preferred. Responsibilities Construction management Managing and leading a construction staff across a region, interpreting plans and specifications, understanding and implementing requirements from the Minimum Guidelines for QA/QC on Design Build and PPTA Projects document Ensuring compliance with VDOT’s LAP Manual, VDOT Specifications, Locality Project Requirements, and DDOT specifications Resolving field conflicts and disputes Coordinating and running meetings Ensuring staff is trained Preparing written correspondence to and on behalf of the Owner Preparing Independent Cost Estimates to justify Contractor change orders. Performing field inspection as required Reviewing Contractor schedules including initial CPM and monthly updates Communicating effectively with the Engineer, Owner and Owner's operational and field staff on a regular basis keeping them apprised of field conditions and maintaining active communications and excellent rapport with the Owner and the entire project team throughout the construction process Coordination with various stakeholders and the traveling public Oversee project safety Requirements Minimum of ten (10) years of specific field construction and management experience in the specified areas of transportation engineering and construction including bridge, roadway, and/or tunnels. High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate - Bachelor's Degree or other advanced certificate desirable Must have a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for travel to and from assigned construction sites Must have good communication skills Must be able to read/interpret plans and specifications Writing and drawing skills are necessary to complete and review inspection reports and sketch books Experience utilizing e-Construction software such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud (Plangrid), FieldWire, BlueBeam, CityWorks or Sharepoint) Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, and PDF editing) are required for reviewing and completing electronic inspection reports Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification through the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) preferred Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment Management Skills Applicants must have prior supervisory experience directly managing and mentoring staff Applicants must have demonstrated inspection and management experience with roadway and bridge construction, particularly on VDOT projects, utility construction, and related pavement rehabilitation projects requiring monitoring a contractor's work for conformance to the design plans, specification and general permit requirements Experience in coordinating an inspection staff and assigning inspection duties Applicants must have demonstrated experience resolving field conflicts, coordinating with Contractors and Owners/Engineers, and overseeing a variety of project types and sizes Previous inspection experience preferred Additional Training or Certifications VDOT materials certifications including Asphalt, Concrete, Soils & Aggregate and Pavement Marking ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification DEQ Erosion & Sediment and Storm Water Management certifications required or obtained within 6 months of hire Intermediate Work Zone Safety/ATSSA TCS Certification required Physical Requirements (Essential Functions) Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of time Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to 50 yards. Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 75 miles round trip. Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document. The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces. WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer: Leave accrual and paid holidays Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement 401(k) Retirement Plan Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Parental and maternity leave benefits WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) ***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position ***** #J-18808-Ljbffr Whitman,-Requardt-