Construction Manager - DC/Northern Virginia

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker continues to expand our growing construction services practice in the Mid-Atlantic region and are seeking a qualified Construction Manager capable of running large bridge, highway, and rail projects. Our growing group of construction managers, resident engineers, and inspectors is focused on providing construction services to clients both within Washington DC/Northern Virginia and the larger Mid-Atlantic Region. We are looking for a bridge/highway focused leader who will collaborate with our team to provide high quality construction services. In addition to project responsibilities, you will be directly involved with development and implementation of the construction services business strategy, while also helping to win work, expand our project portfolio, and grow our client base. 

As a part of the team, the Construction Manager will supervise the planning, coordination, and implementation of construction projects relating to current and future contracts with District Department of Transportation (DDOT), Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), and other modal agencies within the DC/NoVA region. Types of projects may include, but not limited to: highway/transitway/interchange projects; bridge construction/repair/maintenance; and rail/transit projects. Construction Managers coordinate with engineers, clients, contractors, and field staff as necessary to ensure projects are completed in accordance with contract documents, on-time, and within project budgets while ensuring safety measures are appropriately taken. 

Field and office duties require the ability to prepare clear, concise, and complete reports including: correspondence, meeting notes, individual daily reports, summary of quantities, change orders, supplemental agreements, and project closeout documents. The Construction Manager will provide oversight of construction change order administration, inspector performance, and resolution of construction issues. Non project specific duties will include regional business development and client engagement within the DC/NoVA area. Duties include researching, planning, and implementing target market initiatives as well as prospective client outreach.

Other responsibilities include:

• Support design teams with constructability reviews of plans under development
• Review project proposal and scope of work to determine schedule, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, assisting in contract negotiations, as required
• Monitor construction progress
• Supervise construction staff and ensure they’re properly trained and certified for job requirements and use of all equipment
• Work with lead inspectors in scheduling the inspection resources
• Make sure projects adhere to all government and industry standards and guidelines
• Prepare and implement construction management QA/QC Plans
• Implement and maintain document control management systems
• May have to work non-standard hours, including some nights and weekends on occasion.
• Interact with other consulting firms or subconsultant firms
• Client management including: 
  • Develop and maintain client relations to ensure satisfaction
  • Interface with Key stakeholders, as needed
  • Gather/disseminate information and intelligence regarding potential upcoming pursuits
  • Participate in business development activities as required for existing and potential new clients, to include general marketing, client meetings, and proposal development

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 4-year college degree in civil or structural engineering, construction management or a related field
• 5+ years of construction management or construction oversight
• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license in VA or DC is preferred
• Possession of a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential is preferred but not required
• Demonstrated proficiency in project safety, scheduling (CPM scheduling, Primavera, Microsoft Project), staffing, cost estimating, risk management, quality management, and project/document controls
• Ability to plan, organize, assign, lead, motivate and evaluate various levels and numbers of staff
• Aptitude for communicating with owner/client staff, contractors, and subconsultants (Excellent English language skills, written and verbal, are essential)
• Commitment to and confirmed track record of safely delivering projects on time, under budget, and of the utmost quality
• Dedication to project goals, client satisfaction, corporate aspirations, business development, growth objectives, staff development, and operational excellence
• Familiarity with Federal and State Specifications for construction
• Construction observation experience with industry standards
• Ability to organize and handle multiple project assignments
• Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Established relationships with state agencies a plus
• VDOT/DDOT experience a plus

COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $98,537--$142,279 and will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified, and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.