Construction Manager/Group Leader

Otak • Portland, OR

9d • $115,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Otak is looking for a dynamic and experienced Construction Manager/Group Leader to join our growing team! This is your chance to take your career to the next level by leading and inspecting multiple complex projects while collaborating with seasoned project managers to successfully deliver impactful public works infrastructure across the Metro area. Were seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings hands-on experience with ODOT projects, both in inspection and project management. If youre ready to play a key role in shaping critical infrastructure and making a lasting impact in the community, wed love to hear from you. This position may be based out of our Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA office.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in construction, technical, or design related fields.
• A valid Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• ODOT CGI, ADA Inspector, and Bridge Inspection certifications, or the ability to obtain each within six months of hire.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
• Demonstrated relationship-building skills with a track record of client satisfaction and business development success.
• A customer-oriented seller-doer who understands how to sell Otak's services, grow our business and deliver high quality work.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with various teams throughout the organization.
• A valid drivers license and driving record that meets company insurance requirements.
• Company vehicle will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and deliverables to achieve client goals while maintaining technical excellence, compliance, and profitability.
• Ensure site observations and weekly site reports are completed, tracked and properly documented.
• Review and interpret construction documents, site drawings, as-built drawings, and specifications.
• Assist in resolving construction issues by clarifying plans and specifications.
• Submittal review to ensure contractor materials and products are approved and comply throughout the project.
• Respond to and coordinate RFIs.
• Assess and review change order requests.
• Process contractors pay applications.
• Partner with Pursuit Managers and Marketing Managers to prepare winning professional proposals and participate in interview preparation and go/no-go decision meetings.
• Engage actively in business development, emphasizing expertise in identifying, pursuing, and securing new opportunities for growth.
• Partner with the Business Unit Leader and marketing staff to align financial management with business development goals, driving proposal efforts, client engagement, and strategic growth of the Construction Management Inspection group.
• Mentor and empower staff through cross-disciplinary collaboration, fostering technical growth, accountability, and a culture of excellence.
• This position will provide opportunities to build skills and gain experience that may support future growth into a Business Unit Leader role.

Benefits

• Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; no-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; a hybrid work schedule; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more!
• If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity, relocation assistance may be provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees