Transportation Construction Manager

Construction Manager

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world. If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Stantec's Colorado Construction Management Group is looking for a highly motivated Construction Manager with strong heavy civil transportation construction experience for our Colorado Springs, CO office. The Construction Manager is responsible for those tasks listed under the heading Project responsibilities. The primary responsibility of the Construction Manager is to monitor and report on the work being executed on site by the Construction Contractor(s) and their sub-contractors to assist our clients in ensuring the work is being executed in accordance with the construction contract. Responsible for overseeing a team that typically consists of project controls, quality inspectors, and administration staff; may participate in pre-construction activities supporting engineering, estimating, logistics, and execution planning related activities from a construction perspective. Will advise the client on any issues or risks observed and provide recommendations on proposed remedial actions for client's approval. At the direction of the client, the Construction Manager may also lead the construction execution planning process including but not limited to : communications management, reporting requirements, change management, project controls, scheduling, quality management, risk management, material management, environmental management, regulatory and permitting, and logistics associated with the field construction operations that will take place for the project. Additionally, the Senior Construction Manager may provide preconstruction development support of execution strategies development and assist in constructability reviews. The construction execution planning exercise will be coordinated with the client, the Construction Contractor(s) and other stakeholders.

Your Key Responsibilities :

• Provides construction management leadership to the project team in support of the client.
• Monitor and reporting function will include making recommendations on proposed remedial actions for client's approval. The Senior Construction Manager does not have authority to make these decisions independently without client approval.
• Provides Health and Safety Leadership for the work and will assist with development and implementation of the project specific safety plan to be developed and approved by the client / construction contractor(s). This also includes monitoring and reporting on the contractor(s) for compliance to Health, Safety, Security and Environmental project requirements.
• Efficient project management with technical expert in relevant areas of design and construction and understanding of various methods.
• Thorough knowledge of construction management, practices and methods, costs, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles and techniques.
• Highly effective in building and maintaining client relationships.
• Understands legal design and construction requirements for public works contracts.
• Thorough knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards.
• Solves complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Participates and collaborates in project team setting, engaging in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicates ideas, design issues and solutions to others.
• Leads the preparation and coordination of the project deliverables and documents including project reports, cost and schedule reporting, specification reviews and recommendations, and production of engineering documents.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
• Monitors and coordinates with Contractors' work for compliance to schedule, budget, technical specifications, and legal requirements.
• Examines field conditions as required to support development and completion of the project.
• Reviews Contractor request for change and when appropriate, assists in the preparation of contract change orders / modifications.
• This position will involve work in an office environment in addition to for long-term field assignments working on a construction site.

Your Capabilities and Credentials :

Education and Experience :

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec :

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.

Pay Range :

Locations in CO, HI, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas - Min Salary $ 97,100.00 - Max Salary $ 140,800.00

Pay Transparency :

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary :

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term / long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law). Temporary / casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location :

United States | CO | Colorado Springs

Organization :

BC-1817 Transpt-US Southwest

Employee Status : Regular

Travel : No

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting :

18 / 06 / 2025 08 : 06 : 09

Req ID : REQ25000289