Construction Project Manager

WSP • Savannah, GA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Construction Project Manager to join their Construction Management team in Savannah, GA. This is an advanced level technical role in functional areas of project administration and management. Employees, under limited supervision, independently manage construction activities on large complex projects (phases) such as Major intersection improvement, widening, reconstruction, diverging diamond, urban interstate resurfacing, and complex Bridge Projects or other projects of similar scope/complexity. The role involves inspecting and supervising lower-level inspectors performing routine to moderately complex inspections of roadway and structure construction processes and materials to assure compliance with the construction contract and other applicable guidelines. Work also includes monitoring traffic control and erosion control on the project, monitoring construction costs, negotiating prices for contract modifications with contractors, writing or supervising the preparation of reports and correspondence, and working and communicating with contractors, supervisors, subordinates, local officials, media, and the general public.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent
• 7-10 years of construction experience
• Registered in State of Georgia as a Professional Engineer (or if registered in another state, must obtain registration in Georgia within six (6) months)
• Thorough knowledge of specifications and standards, acceptable construction practices, materials, methods and equipment used in highway construction and engineering.
• Thorough knowledge of mathematical functions, including algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations related to highway/transportation engineering.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction plans and all other documents associated with the project.
• Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with Georgia Law.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage construction activities on large complex projects (phases) such as Major intersection improvement, widening, reconstruction, diverging diamond, urban interstate resurfacing and complex Bridge Project or other projects of similar scope/complexity.
• Inspect and supervise lower-level inspectors performing routine to moderately complex inspections of roadway and structure construction processes and materials to assure compliance with the construction contract and other applicable guidelines.
• Monitor traffic control and erosion control on the project.
• Monitor construction costs.
• Negotiate prices for contract modifications with contractors.
• Write or supervise the preparation of reports and correspondence.
• Work and communicate with contractors, supervisors, subordinates, local officials, media and the general public.

Benefits

• comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees