Construction CEI Manager

RK&K is currently hiring an experienced Construction CEI Manager with experience in Heavy Civil / Highway construction projects to join our team in western Tennessee or eastern Arkansas. As a Construction CEI Manager at RK&K you will manage, grow, and strengthen our highway construction management/inspection (CEI) business throughout western Tennessee and eastern Arkansas. Must have experience leading teams of inspectors and project engineers on DOT projects. Ideally, this person can reside in western Tennessee or eastern Arkansas.

Essential Function

• Management and administration of heavy civil, highway and structures projects including leading teams of Project Engineers, Junior Project Engineers, Office Managers, Senior Inspectors, Inspectors, CPM Reviewers, and administrative staff throughout the state
• Participate in Preconstruction Services (scoping, utility conflicts, constructability & biddability)
• Visit construction sites to monitor project progress and adherence to plans and specifications
• Manage project inspection staff and ensuring their training and equipment needs are met
• Eagerly engage our clients, conduct client site visits, and support business development activities
• Identify and secure new business opportunities within western Tennessee and Arkansas.
• Lead and/or manage all elements of projects to ensure contract compliance for roadway and bridge construction projects
• Develop and maintain area Construction Management / CEI Services staff by recruiting, selecting, managing, and training employees
• Demonstrate knowledge of on-call service contracts as well as mining contracts for task orders
• Update and track financial information including cost projections for projects
• Must possess high integrity and ethics in all aspects of dealing with clients, subconsultants, and peers

Required Skills and Experience

• Fifteen (15) + years of experience in roadway and structures construction on State DOT projects
• Advanced working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment
• Working knowledge of TDOT and ARDOT manuals, policies and procedures, include the Construction Manual
• Ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts; and interpret construction plans, provisions, standards, and specifications
• Ability to train, coordinate, and supervise inspection technicians in the field
• Understanding of QA/QC development and execution process
• Statewide travel between job sites is expected, clean driving record

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Previous experience with TDOT or ARDOT, especially as Project Engineer
• Previous experience with western Tennessee or eastern Arkansas.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Hybrid work (home and office)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Much, much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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