Construction Manager - Richmond, United States - Whitman Requardt and Associates

Description

Job Description

Job Description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven".

We have been in business for more than 105 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees.

This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world

We have an immediate opening in the Richmond area for a qualified transportation Construction Manager, assigned to manage inspection staff and perform a Construction Manager role on a VDOT Richmond District Wide Construction Engineering and Inspection Contract, as well as area local government transportation projects.

The Construction Manager will be responsible for managing staff and managing large VDOT and locality projects, including design-bid-build and Design-Build projects.

Must have significant experience in roadway/bridge construction. Experience on local government projects preferred.

Capable of leading a construction staff, be proficient at reading and interpreting plans, specifications and shop drawings as well as overseeing construction document controls and enforcing contract compliance.

Full VDOT materials certification preferred.

Responsibilities:

Duties and responsibilities may include:
Construction management
Managing and leading a construction staff across a region, interpreting plans and specifications, understanding and implementing requirements from the Minimum Guidelines for QA/QC on Design Build and PPTA Projects document
Ensuring compliance with VDOT's LAP Manual
Resolving field conflicts and disputes
Coordinating and running meetings
Ensuring staff is trained
Overseeing documentation
Performing field inspection as required
Reviewing Contractor schedules including initial CPM and monthly updates
Communicating effectively with the Engineer, Owner and Owner's operational and field staff on a regular basis
Keeping them apprised of field conditions and maintaining active communications and excellent rapport with the Owner and the entire project team throughout the construction process
Coordination with various stakeholders and the traveling public
Oversee project safety

Requirements/Qualifications:
Minimum of ten (10) years of specific field construction and management experience in the specified areas listed below

Management Skills:
Applicants must have demonstrated inspection and management experience with roadway and bridge construction, particularly on VDOT projects, utility construction, and related pavement rehabilitation projects requiring monitoring a contractor's work for conformance to the design plans, specification and general permit requirements
Experience in coordinating an inspection staff and assigning inspection duties
Applicants must have demonstrated experience resolving field conflicts, coordinating with Contractors and Owners/Engineers, and overseeing a variety of project types and sizes
Previous inspection experience preferred


Additional Training or Certifications:
VDOT materials certifications including Asphalt, Concrete, Soils & Aggregate and Pavement Marking
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification
DEQ Erosion & Sediment and Storm Water Management certifications
Intermediate Work Zone Safety/ATSSA TCS Certification preferred

Must have a valid driver's license and personal vehicle for travel to and from assigned construction sites
Must have good communication skills
Must be able to read/interpret plans and specifications
Writing and drawing skills are necessary to complete inspection reports and sketch books
Basic computer skills (Word & Excel) are required for completing electronic inspection reports
High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate - Bachelor's Degree or other advanced certificate desirable
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification through the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) preferred

Benefits:
WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success.

Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

Flexible work schedule options
Competitive salary
Leave accrual and paid holidays
Healthcare benefits
Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Parental and maternity leave benefits
WRA is an equal

opportunity/affirmative

action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work In the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visas at this time.


Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position

Position # 1690

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