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Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.\nStep into Your New Role\nReporting to the CoMET Group Manager, the Senior Construction Manager will provide construction management leadership for UDOT and other transportation infrastructure projects throughout Utah. This role is responsible for project delivery, client coordination, contractor interface, team leadership, and construction oversight from preconstruction through project closeout.\nThe successful candidate will serve as both a project delivery leader and seller-doer, supporting client relationships, business development efforts, proposal pursuits, and strategic growth initiatives throughout Utah's transportation market.\nIn addition to delivering successful projects, this individual will play a key role in mentoring staff, developing future construction management leaders, and supporting the continued growth of Kleinfelder's Construction Management and Engineering Testing (CoMET) practice. This position will help establish best practices, support recruiting and staff development efforts, and contribute to building a scalable and sustainable construction management organization capable of supporting UDOT and local agency clients throughout the state.\nFlexibility is available for qualified professionals seeking full-time, part-time, or project-based assignments, including experienced and semi-retired industry professionals.\nWhat We're Looking For:\nWe are interested in professionals with experience delivering transportation and public infrastructure projects, including:\nUDOT highway and roadway reconstruction projects\nBridge and structural improvements\nIntersections and corridor improvement projects\nDrainage and utility improvements\nTransportation safety improvements\nActive transportation facilities\nMunicipal and county public works projects\nIf you understand how transportation projects are built and delivered and can effectively coordinate clients, contractors, and project teams, you'll fit well within our organization.\nKey Responsibilities\nProject Delivery & Client Management\nLead construction management efforts on transportation and public infrastructure projects.\nServe as Kleinfelder's primary representative to UDOT, local agencies, contractors, and project stakeholders.\nManage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and overall project delivery.\nCoordinate and oversee inspectors, document control staff, project support personnel, and subconsultants.\nFacilitate project meetings and maintain effective communication among project stakeholders.\nMonitor contractor performance and contract compliance.\nReview project schedules and support schedule management activities.\nOversee project documentation, contract administration activities, pay estimates, and project reporting.\nMonitor project risks and support issue resolution efforts.\nSupport project closeout and final acceptance activities.\nMaintain strong client relationships and ensure client satisfaction.\nBusiness Development & Seller-Doer Responsibilities\nDevelop and maintain strong relationships with UDOT personnel, local agencies, contractors, consultants, and teaming partners.\nIdentify and support opportunities for additional services, contract expansions, and future project pursuits.\nSupport proposal development, Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), interviews, and client presentations.\nParticipate in client meetings, industry organizations, transportation conferences, and networking events.\nCollaborate with operations and business development leadership to support growth strategies within Utah's transportation market.\nSupport annual client engagement, account management, and business development initiatives.\nRepresent Kleinfelder in the transportation community and help strengthen the firm's reputation throughout Utah.\nTeam Development & Practice Building\nMentor inspectors, project managers, document control personnel, and emerging construction management professionals.\nAssist with recruiting, onboarding, training, and professional development of construction services staff.\nSupport workforce planning and succession planning initiatives.\nAssist in developing and implementing construction management standards, procedures, and best practices.\nPromote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.\nCollaborate with leadership to expand and strengthen Kleinfelder's Utah CoMET practice.\nHelp build organizational capabilities that support long-term growth and successful project delivery.\nSupport staffing, resource planning, and operational development efforts.\nExperience & Academic Requirements\nBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Project Management, Business Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.\n9 -12 years of transportation construction management, construction inspection, contractor management, or project delivery experience. 6 - 7 years of project management experience. 5 - 6 years of supervisory / management experience.\nExperience managing or supporting UDOT transportation projects strongly preferred.\nExperience delivering projects from preconstruction through closeout.\nExperience leading project teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders.\nStrong understanding of transportation construction practices, contract administration, and project controls.\nExperience managing budgets, schedules, project documentation, and construction operations.\nValid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Utah.\nCompetencies & Skills\nStrong knowledge of UDOT construction practices, specifications, and project delivery requirements.\nProven leadership and team management capabilities.\nExcellent client relationship and communication skills.\nAbility to build trust and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.\nStrong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.\nEffective conflict resolution and negotiation abilities.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.\nExperience with scheduling, project controls, and document management systems.\nAbility to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.\nDemonstrated ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships.\nProven seller-doer mindset with experience supporting business development, proposal pursuits, and market growth initiatives.\nStrong mentoring, coaching, and team-building capabilities.\nPassion for developing staff and growing a high-performing construction management organization.\nWhy Join Kleinfelder?\nAs part of Kleinfelder's CoMET team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to some of Utah's most significant transportation projects while helping grow one of the region's leading transportation construction management practices. This role combines project leadership, client engagement, business development, staff mentoring, and practice building. Success will be measured not only by project delivery performance, but also by contributions to client satisfaction, staff development, operational excellence, and the continued growth of Kleinfelder's transportation construction management services throughout Utah. This position provides a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Kleinfelder's UDOT construction management program while developing the next generation of transportation construction professionals.\nFollowing an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.\nMove Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.\nProgress with an Employer that Values You\nKleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:\nBenefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.\nCareer Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.\nEqual Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)\nNOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES \nPlease note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. 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