Construction Management – Construction Specialist
About The Position
Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP is seeking Construction Specialists to support transportation infrastructure and construction management projects for local and state clients throughout the MidAtlantic Region. The role provides estimating, scheduling, constructability, project controls, and construction observation support. It also involves preparing project documentation, coordinating with project stakeholders, and communicating technical findings to clients. Fieldwork may include outdoor construction sites and exposure to varying weather, noise, and confined or enclosed spaces. Night work, overtime, and overnight in-state travel may be required based on project assignments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, construction engineering technology, construction management, or a related field.
- At least 10 years of relevant transportation construction management experience, including five years working as a contractor or Owner’s representative.
- Proficiency with scheduling software.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with Bluebeam software.
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contract procedures.
- Ability to perform assignments independently with limited supervision.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
- Personal vehicle for travel to and from assigned construction sites.
- Willingness to work nights and overtime when required by project assignment.
- Overnight in-state travel may be required.
Nice To Haves
- A PE license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Responsibilities
- Develop or evaluate cost estimates and CPM schedules at all phases of design development.
- Produce detailed cost estimates for transportation, transit, and commercial construction documents.
- Maintain complete and accurate records for estimates, schedules, and constructability reviews.
- Provide estimating, scheduling, and constructability support for value engineering, change-order reviews, program-level estimates, risk assessments, and project controls.
- Communicate technical findings, schedules, cost estimates, and risk assessments to clients.
- Observe construction operations to verify compliance with contract documents.
- Prepare daily reports, quantity calculations, and testing documentation for observed construction activities.
- Coordinate with the CMI Team, utility providers, railroads, and applicable government agencies.
- Maintain communication with contractors, designers, and clients to progress project deliverables.
- Perform quality-control testing of materials, if required.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule options
- Competitive salary
- Leave accrual and paid holidays
- Healthcare benefits
- Group life insurance and additional optional life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental and maternity leave benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
