Construction CEI Manager

RK&K•Memphis, NC

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

RK&K is currently hiring an experienced Construction CEI Manager with experience in Heavy Civil / Highway construction projects to join our team in western Tennessee or eastern Arkansas. As a Construction CEI Manager at RK&K you will manage, grow, and strengthen our highway construction management/inspection (CEI) business throughout western Tennessee and eastern Arkansas. Must have experience leading teams of inspectors and project engineers on DOT projects. Ideally, this person can reside in western Tennessee or eastern Arkansas.

Requirements

Fifteen (15) + years of experience in roadway and structures construction on State DOT projects
Advanced working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment
Working knowledge of TDOT and ARDOT manuals, policies and procedures, include the Construction Manual
Ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts; and interpret construction plans, provisions, standards, and specifications
Ability to train, coordinate, and supervise inspection technicians in the field
Understanding of QA/QC development and execution process
Statewide travel between job sites is expected, clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Previous experience with TDOT or ARDOT, especially as Project Engineer
Previous experience with western Tennessee or eastern Arkansas.

Responsibilities

Management and administration of heavy civil, highway and structures projects including leading teams of Project Engineers, Junior Project Engineers, Office Managers, Senior Inspectors, Inspectors, CPM Reviewers, and administrative staff throughout the state
Participate in Preconstruction Services (scoping, utility conflicts, constructability & biddability)
Visit construction sites to monitor project progress and adherence to plans and specifications
Manage project inspection staff and ensuring their training and equipment needs are met
Eagerly engage our clients, conduct client site visits, and support business development activities
Identify and secure new business opportunities within western Tennessee and Arkansas.
Lead and/or manage all elements of projects to ensure contract compliance for roadway and bridge construction projects
Develop and maintain area Construction Management / CEI Services staff by recruiting, selecting, managing, and training employees
Demonstrate knowledge of on-call service contracts as well as mining contracts for task orders
Update and track financial information including cost projections for projects
Must possess high integrity and ethics in all aspects of dealing with clients, subconsultants, and peers