Transportation Construction Manager

3d3 days ago

Michael Baker International

Richmond, US · Full-time · $101,537 – $165,673

About this role

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services practice supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction. The firm provides qualified construction managers, inspectors, and safety experts for successful project delivery. Innovative ideas help maintain projects as technologies evolve in the industry.

The Construction Manager leads large-scale bridge, highway, and rail projects for the Virginia Department of Transportation. This includes managing planning, coordination, and execution within the Richmond and Hampton Roads region. Compliance with contract documents, budgets, schedules, and safety standards is essential throughout.

Staff supervision ensures proper certifications and adherence to QA/QC plans. Coordination with engineers, contractors, and field personnel resolves issues promptly. Project documentation such as daily reports, change orders, and closeout materials is prepared and reviewed regularly.

The role includes supporting business development through marketing, proposal preparation, and client engagement activities. Strong relationships are developed to identify future opportunities and expand the portfolio. Constructability reviews assist design teams during plan development phases.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
10+ years of experience in construction management or oversight.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or CCM in Virginia, preferred.
Proven expertise in project safety, scheduling (CPM, Primavera, MS Project), staffing, cost estimating, risk management, quality control, and document management.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to plan, organize, and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all phases of construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents, budgets, schedules, and safety standards.
Supervise and train construction staff, ensuring proper certifications and adherence to QA/QC plans.
Coordinate with engineers, contractors, clients, and field personnel to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
Prepare and review project documentation, including daily reports, meeting notes, change orders, supplemental agreements, and closeout materials.
Oversee construction change order administration and inspector performance.
Support design teams with constructability reviews during plan development.
Assist with contract negotiations, schedule development, and resource planning.
Participate in client engagement and business development activities, including marketing, proposal preparation, and stakeholder meetings.