Construction Manager (Roadway & Utilities) | Harris & Associates

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Harris is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join our dynamic Program \& Construction Management Division in Salinas, CA.

As part of a collaborative team, the ideal candidate will lead and manage the successful delivery of Highway and Roadway \& Utility projects and serve as the primary point of contact for the client. This role will partner closely with Harris staff to strengthen client relationships and ensure successful project outcomes.

The successful candidate will bring experience managing all aspects of medium to large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on issue resolution during the construction phase. A thorough understanding of CPM scheduling and change management is required.

Responsibilities: Serve as the daily liaison between clients, designers, contractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders.

Oversee contractor performance to ensure compliance with construction plans, specifications, budgets, and schedules.

Oversee daily construction activities, managing timelines, budgets, and staffing.

Build and maintain strong client and team relationships; address and resolve project issues efficiently.

Coordinate and manage Harris sub-consultants (as applicable).

Review engineering drawings and specifications for accuracy, constructability, and completeness.

Monitor project progress and verify compliance with plans, materials, and timelines; coordinate with on-site Harris inspectors as needed.

Manage and track construction costs against project budget; review, negotiate, and process change orders; participate in claims reviews (if applicable).

Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required.

Manage project communications and documentation including RFIs, submittals, field directives, clarification letters, change orders, and progress payments, following Harris’ construction management practices.

Requirements

• •Minimum 10 years of construction management experience
• •Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• •Licensed Engineer in California
• •Experience with transportation and infrastructure projects
• •OSHA-10 certification within 90 days of hire
• •Experience leading project teams
• •Professional certifications like CCM or PMP
• •Strong client management skills

Benefits

Pay Scale: $135,000 - $210,000 a year