Land Development - Construction Manager - TranSystems Corporation

TranSystems has completed a strategic merger with Gannett Fleming to create a best-in-class organization (Gannett Fleming TranSystems) with approximately $1.3 billion in revenue and a highly skilled workforce of more than 5,000 employees.

Both companies are recognized as top 20 providers on the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) rankings for transportation design services. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. The transaction not only enhances our transportation expertise and reach, but it expands offerings across the water, environmental, and power markets.  

Interested in joining our team? We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm. This is a great time to join Gannett Fleming TranSystems!

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Construction Administration Manager oversees and facilitates the construction phase of land development projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications, project timelines, and quality standards. Acting as a liaison between the design engineer and construction contractors, this role provides support through preconstruction meetings, site observations, constructability reviews, and the management of project documentation such as RFIs and shop drawing submittals.

Primary Responsibilities (others may be included):

1. Construction Oversight:
• Observe construction activities on behalf of the design engineer to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and standards.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, identify potential issues, and recommend solutions.
• Document field observations and prepare progress reports for the project team.
2. Preconstruction Coordination:
• Participate in and lead preconstruction meetings to establish expectations, timelines, and communication protocols.
• Collaborate with contractors, design engineers, and stakeholders to address project goals and requirements.
3. Project Documentation Management:
• Manage and respond to Contractor RFIs (Requests for Information), coordinating with the engineer of record as needed.
• Review and process shop drawings and submittals to ensure alignment with design intent and project specifications.
4. Constructability Reviews:
• Conduct constructability reviews of design plans to identify and resolve potential construction challenges.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to the design engineer to enhance project feasibility and efficiency.
5. Support for Engineer of Record:
• Serve as a resource to the engineer of record during the construction phase, providing technical input and addressing field inquiries.
• Facilitate communication between the project team and contractors to ensure alignment on construction goals and solutions.

What you bring to our firm:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• 2-5 years of experience in a construction management or oversight role, specifically in land development projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.
  

What we’d prefer for you to bring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with construction documentation, including RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals.
• Proficiency in construction management software and tools (e.g., Procore, PlanGrid).
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal construction regulations.

Work Environment:

• Primarily field-based with regular visits to construction sites.
• Some office work required for documentation, communication, and meetings.
• May involve occasional travel to project sites within the region.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.
• 401(k) company match
• Competitive PTO and holiday pay.

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. Gannett Fleming TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: Gannett Fleming TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a Gannett Fleming TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.