Construction Manager

Description



Your role at GEI.


We are seeking a Construction Manager/Resident Engineer to oversee construction of complex heavy civil infrastructure projects including pipelines, pump stations, tanks and reservoirs, dams, levees, and groundwater wells. This position serves as the owner's representative during construction and ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract documents and regulatory requirements.


Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage a team in the successful management of construction activities from preconstruction through closeout.
• Interpret and enforce plans, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
• Oversee construction of pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, and groundwater wells.
• Monitor contractor performance for safety, quality, schedule, and cost compliance.
• Review pay applications, change orders, claims, and time extensions.
• Enforce OSHA safety requirements and environmental compliance (SWPPP, dewatering, excavation).
• Coordinate inspections, testing, RFIs, submittals, and quality documentation.
• Serve as liaison between contractors, engineers, agencies, utilities, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate construction records and provide regular project status updates.
• Manage punch lists, testing, commissioning, and final project closeout.
• Be Client-facing during project execution, reporting to the Client and GEI senior managers on progress and receiving feedback and communicating and coordinating additional Client needs to appropriate GEI staff.
• Implement Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Health and Safety Plans as required by GEI and Client policies.
• Support GEI administrative and operations teams with project reporting and invoicing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related engineering degree or comprehensive equivalent field experience.
• Minimum 5 years of heavy civil construction management experience.
• Experience with infrastructure projects involving pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, or wells.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, and cost control.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, team leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong capability to work remotely and independently while maintaining productivity and motivation
• Familiarity with MS Office, MS Project, Primavera P6, Procore, and other typical construction management related software.
• Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) in California.
• Registered Certified Construction Manager (CCM) through Construction Management Association of America.
• Public works, water/wastewater, flood control, or utility project experience.

We are GEI.


Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.


We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges.


With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .


Employee-owned. Employee-focused.


As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here .


GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $40.00 - $80.00/hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
• And More...

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


WORK ENVIRONMENT


Functional Demands:


Sedentary


Light


x


Medium


Other


Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)


Physical Activity Requirements


Occasional

(0-35% of day)


Frequent

(33-66% of day)


Continuous

(67-100% of day)


Not Applicable


Sitting


4-6 hours


Standing


2 hours


Walking


2 hours


Climbing


30 min.


Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)


20lbs


Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)


20lbs


Carrying objects


x


Push/pull


x


Twisting


x


Bending


10 min


Reaching forward


10 min


Reaching overhead


10 min


Squat/kneel/crawl


10 min


Wrist position deviation


x


Pinching/fine motor skills


x


Keyboard use/repetitive motion


4-6 hours


Taste or smell (taste=never)


x


Talk or hear


x


Accurate 20/40


Very Accurate 20/20


Not Applicable


Near Vision


x


Far Vision


x


Yes


No


Not Applicable


Color Discrimination


x


Sensory Requirements


Minimal


Moderate


Accurate


Not Applicable


Depth perception


x


Hearing


x


Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential


Reasonably Anticipated


Not Anticipated


Blood borne pathogens


x


Chemical


x


Airborne communicable diseases


x


Extreme temperatures


x


Radiation


x


Uneven surfaces or elevations


x


Extreme noise levels


x


Dust/particulate matter


x


Other (exposure risks):


Usual workday hours :


8


x


10


12


Other work hours


GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.