Construction Manager - Roadway and Bridge
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Construction Manager - Roadway and Bridges to join our Construction Services Team in Chicago or Rockford, IL. This role requires regular attendance at our Chicago and/or Rockford, IL office. At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Construction Manager who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.
Requirements
- IDOT Documentation Certification, required.
- 7+ years of experience.
- 10-hour OSHA Safety course.
- Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Must possess a driver’s license to fulfill the essential functions of the position.
Nice To Haves
- BS in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
- Experience with Primavera P6 preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conducts and documents project meetings with clients.
- Prepares and monitors project schedules.
- Performs periodic construction observation and inspection.
- Possesses basic surveying interpretation skills.
- Prepares reports and correspondence.
- Prepares and checks quantities for measurement and payment purposes.
- Prepares construction payment applications.
- Negotiates and prepares construction change orders.
- Reviews submittments and other technical data.
- Proficient with construction management software for document management and scheduling.
- Performs constructibility reviews and value engineering studies.
- Assists with Risk Management assessments.
- Prepares and monitors Quality Control and Assurance Plans.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
