Transportation Construction Manager

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is expanding its Construction Services practice in the Mid-Atlantic region and seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead large-scale bridge, highway, and rail projects in Alexandria! This role is ideal for a transportation-focused leader who can deliver high-quality construction services while supporting business growth and client engagement.  As a key member of our team, the Construction Manager will manage the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects for the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and other agencies. In addition to project oversight, the Construction Manager will play a strategic role in business development—helping to win new work, expand our portfolio, and strengthen client relationships.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage all phases of construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents, budgets, schedules, and safety standards.
• Supervise and train construction staff, ensuring proper certifications and adherence to QA/QC plans.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, clients, and field personnel to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Prepare and review project documentation, including daily reports, meeting notes, change orders, supplemental agreements, and closeout materials.
• Oversee construction change order administration and inspector performance.
• Support design teams with constructability reviews during plan development.
• Assist with contract negotiations, schedule development, and resource planning.
• Participate in client engagement and business development activities, including marketing, proposal preparation, and stakeholder meetings.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and identify future opportunities.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in construction management or oversight.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or CCM in Virginia, preferred.
• Proven expertise in project safety, scheduling (CPM, Primavera, MS Project), staffing, cost estimating, risk management, quality control, and document management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to plan, organize, and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for interaction with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $121,537 - $175,673. This compensation range is a good-faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

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