Construction Manager Lead

LJB•Frederick, MD

About The Position

Aldea Design Services, LLC, an LJB Engineering company, is seeking a full-time Construction Manager Lead for assignments in various locations throughout the United States. The role leads construction management for major tunnel infrastructure projects, including transit, water, wastewater, and stormwater work. The manager oversees construction administrators and inspectors, project execution from construction start through completion, and coordination with owners, contractors, engineering disciplines, and other stakeholders. The position may include field-based assignments or office-based assignments. Field assignments include weekday, night, and weekend work; office assignments follow standard weekday business hours. The Construction Manager Lead manages project planning and organization, acts as a point of contact for project issues, and may oversee peers or subordinate staff. The role includes construction administration, site inspections, project documentation and reporting, schedule and commercial-item review, health and safety oversight, quality and regulatory compliance, client relations, and business development. Compensation is $200,000 or more, based on experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Requirements

15 or more years of tunnel construction management experience.
Proven work history as a Resident Engineer and/or Construction Manager with tunneling experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study.
Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clients.
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to interact with staff and collaborate across disciplines.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to manage and organize all aspects of project-related tasks and act as a point of contact for project issues.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
Nationally Certified Tunnel Inspector (NTIS) certification.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple tasks, projects, and technical staff, including construction administrators and inspectors on major tunnel infrastructure projects.
Oversee construction projects from construction start through completion, including construction inspection assignments and site visits for ongoing construction or rehabilitation work.
Lead or attend progress meetings and Dispute Review Board (DRB) meetings; edit meeting minutes; review submittals; and prepare daily and weekly progress reports.
Write project correspondence to contractors, owners, and third parties representing site operations.
Maintain, update, and review project tracking sheets and logs for risk registries, RFIs, RFQs, CCOs, submittals, working days, and other issues; ensure documents are addressed promptly.
Maintain current deficiency logs and ensure deficiencies are resolved in a timely manner.
Review contractor correspondence and submittals, including progress and look-ahead schedules.
Ensure contractors comply with contract requirements and enforce those requirements when necessary.
Track contractor red-line drawings and ensure they adequately capture required information.
Attend meetings with third parties and public venues to represent the project.
Coordinate with engineering disciplines to review shop drawings, RFIs, and other construction documentation.
Monitor on-site health and safety protocols in accordance with OSHA, raise concerns about unsafe practices, ensure corrective action, and address incident-report submissions.
Ensure quality and compliance with regulatory bodies; report and track project status with the owner.
Review pay applications and lead meetings and discussions or correspondence concerning project commercial matters.
Communicate technical and non-technical information clearly, professionally, and promptly, including in meetings and workshops with owners, contractors, and stakeholders.
Develop client relationships and contribute to business growth.
Prepare technical writing, including letters and daily reports.
Increase company visibility by participating in regional initiatives, conferences, committees, community associations, and identified industry activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.