Construction Manager

Construction Manager – Highway Projects Location: Richmond, VA A well-established, award-winning engineering and construction management firm is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support highway and transportation infrastructure projects in the Richmond, VA area. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex roadway and bridge construction projects while working alongside a highly respected technical team. Position Overview The Construction Manager will oversee highway construction and inspection activities across all project phases to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements. The role requires progressive experience managing increasingly complex transportation projects and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results. Key Responsibilities Manage assigned elements of highway construction projects, including contractor compliance, inspection, quality control/assurance, documentation, budget, schedule, and contract administration Support and coordinate with senior construction leadership on project delivery Analyze and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract language to ensure constructability Identify design discrepancies and evaluate impacts to schedule, cost, and constructability Review project documentation for compliance and direct corrective actions when necessary Monitor project budgets and schedules and recommend adjustments as needed Supervise and mentor inspection and project staff; review work products for compliance Lead and participate in pre-construction meetings, progress meetings, and coordination sessions Prepare and review construction estimates, work orders, and time impact analyses Coordinate with design teams, materials, environmental, traffic engineering, right-of-way, utilities, and public stakeholders Required Qualifications 8+ years of progressive experience managing highway construction projects Strong background in roadway, bridge, and traffic-related construction methods and practices Extensive knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications and related manuals Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field Proficiency with construction management systems and Microsoft Office tools Ability to manage multiple priorities, analyze cost and schedule impacts, and lead project teams Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) license Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential Physical Requirements This role includes a combination of office and field responsibilities, requiring standing, walking, and periodic lifting of up to 70 pounds on an infrequent basis. Visual acuity, depth perception, and the ability to distinguish colors are required. Interview Process Introductory interview with the hiring manager Technical interview with the hiring manager Team meeting and final discussion This opportunity is ideal for a Construction Manager seeking long-term growth, technical challenge, and leadership responsibility on impactful transportation projects.