Assistant Construction Manager

RK&K•Harrisburg, PA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

RK&K is seeking an Assistant Construction Manager to join its Construction Engineering and Construction Management team in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The role manages construction projects for clients, primarily PennDOT, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and local governments, and reports directly to the Construction Manager in charge. The Assistant Construction Manager serves as an owner’s representative, supporting contract compliance and project success across safety and environmental requirements, quality, schedule, and cost. The position involves work at active construction sites and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of 3–7 years of experience managing heavy civil infrastructure construction, conducting construction inspection, or providing construction management experience.
Experience in construction management for roadways, utilities, and structures.
Ability to read and interpret roadway plans and specifications.
Understanding of contractor means and methods and construction materials.
Understanding of the QA/QC development and execution process.
Understanding of RFI and submittal processes, with experience running project meetings and preparing meeting minutes.
Familiarity with interpreting contract specifications and standards.
Functional computer skills, including familiarity with ECMS, PPCC, and Microsoft Office suite software.
Acceptable driving record.
Knowledge and understanding of project controls, including CPM scheduling, cost estimating, and claim analysis.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, navigate uneven terrain, and climb ladders or stairs.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry inspection equipment and materials weighing up to 20–30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and potentially be exposed to construction-related hazards.

Nice To Haves

PennDOT experience, or experience with federal, municipal, or other DOT projects.
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Construction Manager-in-Training (CMIT) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential.
NICET Level 3 or higher in Transportation / Highway Construction.
E.I.T. or P.E. license.
Contractor, inspection, or management experience on PennDOT projects.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned project elements as an owner’s representative and ensure contract compliance.
Travel to and report to project sites as needed.
Serve as a communication liaison among field staff, contractors, the design team, federal and state agencies, and citizens.
Review and understand project plans, contract documents, specifications, and standards.
Provide technical guidance to clients and help ensure quality final work.
Conduct constructability reviews at the 30%, 60%, and 90% design stages.
Update and track project financial information, including cost projections, and recommend partial and final contractor payments.
Prepare entitlement determinations, independent cost estimates, time impact recommendations, and documentation for project change orders.
Track project schedules and make recommendations.
Conduct preconstruction, utility coordination, progress, and pre-activity meetings, and prepare meeting minutes for distribution.
Prepare project management correspondence and review recommendations made by project staff.
Manage project close-out, including as-builts, final quantities, and final acceptance.
Focus on the success of project safety and environmental requirements, quality, schedule, and cost.
Interact with others and build relationships.
Perform field inspections on active construction sites.