Construction Manager, PE

RK&K is seeking a Construction Manager to join our Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) team in Washington, DC. As a Construction Manager on RK&K's CEI team you will manage construction projects and mentor, grow, and manage our construction inspection teams.

Essential Function

• Manage, build and develop construction inspection teams
• Manage assigned elements of projects as an owner's representative to ensure contract compliance
• Manage project personnel, inspections, materials quality control and quality assurance testing
• Serve as a communication liaison between field staff, contractor, design team, federal and state agencies, and citizens
• Determine inspection staffing needs, provide staff supervision and management, research and interpret contract requirements providing technical guidance to staff and ensure quality of work product
• Update and track financial information including cost projections for projects. Make recommendations related to partial and final contractor payments. Prepare and conduct entitlement determinations, independent cost estimates, time impact recommendations and documentation related to project change orders
• Track project schedule and make recommendations
• Conduct project meetings to include preconstruction meetings, utility coordination meetings, progress meetings and pre-activity meetings
• Prepare project management correspondence and reviews recommendations made by project staff.
• Manage the Project Close-out process, including as-builts, final quantities and final acceptance
• Focus attention on the success of key project elements: Safety & Environmental, Quality, Schedule and Cost
• Interact and build relationships

Required Skills and Experience

• Ten (10) years of experience managing heavy civil infrastructure construction
• Federal, state, local or municipal DOT experience
• Construction management experience in roadway, utilities, and structures
• Ability to read & interpret roadway plans & specifications
• Understanding of contractor means & methods and materials
• Understanding of QA/QC development and execution process
• Understanding RFI and Submittal Processes as well as experience running project meetings and developing meeting minutes
• Familiarity with interpreting contract specifications, standards, etc
• Functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software, data processing equipment and contract management software
• Acceptable driving record
• Knowledge and understanding of project controls (CPM scheduling, cost estimating, claim analysis)
• Both Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build experience
• P.E. license

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or related field

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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Salary Range: $65 - $85 per hour