We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee and coordinate transportation and infrastructure construction projects throughout Stafford County. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing projects from planning through completion, ensuring compliance with construction drawings, project specifications, budgets, schedules, safety requirements, and quality standards. This role supports transportation engineering projects and Local Assistance Program (LAP) projects and requires strong leadership, communication, and construction management expertise.
Apply through this site or send resume to recruit@mjengineers.com.
Salary Range: $120,000–$180,000, commensurate with experience. Candidates with 8+ years of experience and complex project management expertise may qualify for the higher end of the range.
Responsibilities
Manage construction and inspection activities on all phases of projects to ensure quality in accordance with plans and specifications and provide a quality transportation system for the traveling public.
Manage the assigned elements of a construction project to assure the Contractor's compliance with the plans and contract documents, manage project personnel, inspection, materials quality control and quality assurance testing, project documentation, project budget and schedule, and contract administration responsibilities under the direction of the Area Construction Engineer
Provides support with assigned elements of a construction project to Owner’s Engineer or designee
Provides consultation, investigations, evaluations, and written documentation as assigned by the Owner’s Engineer or designee
Analyzes and interprets project plans, contract language, and specifications to ensure project constructability
Identifies design errors for the Owner and determines impact for both the Owner and Contractor
Reviews project documentation and records for compliance with Owner requirements and directs changes/corrections when needed
Makes recommendations for partial and final contractor payments
Monitors project budgets/schedules and recommends adjustments to the Owner’s Engineer
Supervises and manages project staff to include reviewing work products of others for compliance with Department requirements
Conducts pre-construction conference, utility coordination meetings, construction progress meetings, and other types of conferences and meetings
Writes project management correspondence and reviews recommendations made by project staff
Recommends resolution of field construction problems and design changes
Prepares/Reviews work orders and perform analysis including independent detailed construction estimates and Time Impact Analysis
Works with the project design group, materials, environmental, traffic engineering, right of way, the public, and all other parties necessary to meet contract schedules and requirement.
Qualifications
The Construction Manager (CM) is expected to have years of experience appropriate to their proposed classification in the management of highway construction projects including considerable knowledge of:
Roadway, structure, traffic engineering, construction methods, procedures, practices, plans, specifications, and contracts
VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Construction Manual, Inspector Manual, and Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Materials used and performance, environmental, legal, and safety responsibilities related to construction of transportation facilities:
Use of survey, nuclear density, and materials testing equipment
Functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software and all construction management software systems used by the Department
Conduct constructability and bid ability reviews, and cost and schedule analysis
Supervise and manage employee work groups
Interpret roadway and bridge plans, specifications, and contracts
Prepare technical, financial, administrative, and explanatory correspondence
Perform proficient task and time management
Experience of managing moderately complex construction projects
Minimum 4 years of experience
8+ years of experience preferred
Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering or engineering related field from an ABET accredited university is preferred for all levels of the Construction Manager
CCM is preferred
Benefits
M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.
