Construction Manager

Description

Your role at GEI.

We are seeking a Construction Manager/Resident Engineer to oversee construction of complex heavy civil infrastructure projects including pipelines, pump stations, tanks and reservoirs, dams, levees, and groundwater wells. This position serves as the owner’s representative during construction and ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract documents and regulatory requirements.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Manage a team in the successful management of construction activities from preconstruction through closeout.

Interpret and enforce plans, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.

Oversee construction of pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, and groundwater wells.

Monitor contractor performance for safety, quality, schedule, and cost compliance.

Review pay applications, change orders, claims, and time extensions.

Enforce OSHA safety requirements and environmental compliance (SWPPP, dewatering, excavation).

Coordinate inspections, testing, RFIs, submittals, and quality documentation.

Serve as liaison between contractors, engineers, agencies, utilities, and stakeholders.

Maintain accurate construction records and provide regular project status updates.

Manage punch lists, testing, commissioning, and final project closeout.

Be Client-facing during project execution, reporting to the Client and GEI senior managers on progress and receiving feedback and communicating and coordinating additional Client needs to appropriate GEI staff.

Implement Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Health and Safety Plans as required by GEI and Client policies.

Support GEI administrative and operations teams with project reporting and invoicing.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related engineering degree or comprehensive equivalent field experience.

Minimum 5 years of heavy civil construction management experience.

Experience with infrastructure projects involving pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, or wells.

Strong knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, and cost control.

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, team leadership, and conflict resolution skills.

Strong capability to work remotely and independently while maintaining productivity and motivation

Familiarity with MS Office, MS Project, Primavera P6, Procore, and other typical construction management related software.

Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.

Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) in California.

Registered Certified Construction Manager (CCM) through Construction Management Association of America.

Public works, water/wastewater, flood control, or utility project experience.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

Market-Competitive Compensation

Pay Range For This Position: $40.00 - $80.00/hour

Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement

Rewards and Recognition

A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available

And More…

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

x

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

4-6 hours

Standing

2 hours

Walking

2 hours

Climbing

30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

20lbs

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

Bending

10 min

Reaching forward

10 min

Reaching overhead

10 min

Squat/kneel/crawl

10 min

Wrist position deviation

x

Pinching/fine motor skills

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

x

Far Vision

x

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

x

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

x

Hearing

x

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

x

Chemical

x

Airborne communicable diseases

x

Extreme temperatures

x

Radiation

x

Uneven surfaces or elevations

x

Extreme noise levels

x

Dust/particulate matter

x

Other (exposure risks):

Usual workday hours:

8

x

10

12

Other work hours