Transportation Construction Services Manager

Manager of Construction Engineering and Inspection – TransportationShape the Future with DLZ!At DLZ Corporation, we don't just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.DLZ Corporation has a Manager of Construction Engineering and Inspection – Transportation opportunity to develop a group and grow into a leadership role in Michigan.Duties & Responsibilities:Serve as a leader for construction engineering and inspection services in DLZ's Michigan operations.Perform construction engineering assignments on transportation projects requiring application of specialized technical expertise performed independent of other personnel and exercise professional judgment in autonomous decisions.Responsible for projects and have leadership responsibility for less experienced staff.Manage the inspection and testing personnel on multiple projects including QA/QC testing. Coordinate and schedule activities in the field.Lead in business development and proposal preparation.Assist in developing proposals, change orders, budgets, contract management, report review and distribution.Review new procedures and coordinate new activity startup as required.Constructability reviews on Transportation Projects.Provide technical support for construction services operations.Determine specified testing and inspection requirements from plans and specifications as needed.Oversee reporting of results to designated on-site client representativeOversee maintenance of records of test results and daily reports.Recognize unusual test results or site conditions, report these in a timely manner. Offer constructive suggestions for possible corrections.Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan.Perform other duties as assigned.Job Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) required15 or more years of construction engineering experience in Transportation systems and programs requiredExperienced with MDOT and LAP's - Plans/Specifications/PracticesAbility to be prequalified as Construction Engineer for Roadway and Bridges by MDOTExcellent verbal and written communication skills are essentialMust have the ability to work independently or as part of a teamValid driver's license and willing to use personal vehicle for job related work, as needed.Investing in Your Future:Health, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending accounts & health savings account401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)Paid parental leaveLife & AD&D insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityWellness program with reimbursement benefitsOur Commitment to InclusionAt DLZ, diversity isn't just a policy—it's a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws. #LI-DM1 #ZR