Assistant Construction Manager

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimatorsand safety experts.

As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to join our Construction Services team in the Allentown, PA office.

Under the direct supervision of the Construction Manager, the Assistant Manager will monitor and document construction projects, coordinate work, oversee quality, and ensure projects are being built in accordance with the plans and specifications.

Responsibilities include:


* Oversees simple and moderately complex construction projects and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.


* Maintains database of information concerning ongoing projects.


* Manages contractual commitments for contracts including costs, quality, schedule, and field activities.


* Verifies appropriate project documentation including correspondence with the contractor.


* Maintains quality of work in accordance with the standards specified in the design documents.


* Verifies construction materials meet quality assurance requirements.


* Maintains effective communications and coordination between the contractor and the owner to ensure timeliness and accuracy.


* Ensure that construction conforms to the project plans, specifications, and special provisions.


* Coordinate with contractors and other stakeholders on progress of work and schedule.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS


* Two-year degree required, Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.


* 5+ years of experience working in a construction related field.

PennDOT experience is a plus.


* Proficient computer skills to write reports, evaluate schedules, provided cost estimates and other calculations.


* Previous experience working on heavy highway/roadway construction projects.


* Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

PDF manipulation (Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam)


* Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and procedures.

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $118,000.

This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.

Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

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