Construction Manager

Come to work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm.

With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse 750+ team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying and construction engineering.

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward advancing the whole community today and well into the future.

What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors

As a Construction Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role within our Construction Field Services team, helping to drive the successful delivery of infrastructure projects across Tennessee. You’ll collaborate closely with internal design teams, clients, and contractors to manage construction activities, oversee field personnel, and ensure quality execution. With a focus on coordination, communication, and technical excellence, you’ll help advance our mission of improving communities through thoughtful, well-managed construction.

Your Responsibilities

• Oversee the Construction Field Services team of inspectors, document control personnel, and related staff as assigned, and manage the document control process using specified software.
• Coordinate work resources with internal multidiscipline clientele.
• Coordinate project resources and communication with external clientele (contractors, clients, etc.).
• Train and mentor staff for professional and technical growth.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications on construction projects.
• Manage contract administration activities and document progress to identify key issues proactively.
• Perform constructability reviews.
• Prepare and review complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Assist in the RFI, submittal, and change order review process as appropriate.
• Evaluate merits of contractor change orders and claims, making recommendations as appropriate.
• Maintain scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assist with the preparation of proposals to provide professional services.
• Resolve issues arising from the inspection process or contract administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction engineering, Construction Management, or related field (required).
• 5 years of experience with Tennessee agency program inspection services.
• 8 years of construction contract management experience related to public infrastructure projects, particularly water/wastewater, transportation, and a wide variety of capital improvement projects.
• Strong Financial Management Skills - Planning, management, and/or awareness of project budgets, schedules, utilization, billing, and A/R.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Benefits Summary

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We're committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.

Benefits:

• BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid professional association membership
• Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
• Volunteer Service Leave
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Options

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:

• Voluntary Wellness Program
• OHM Grad School
• OHM University

You can read more about each of these programs on our website.

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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