Construction Manager

AI Engineers, Inc. (AIE) is looking for an experienced Construction Manager to join our Construction Engineering Inspection services team supporting projects in New York and the surrounding metro area. This position will oversee projects, including those for LIRR, MNR, Amtrak, and similar clients. This role will require exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and coordination to ensure project success.

This is an immediate opening for an enthusiastic, highly-organized Construction Manager with construction inspection and management experience to join our experienced team of construction inspection specialists. The ideal candidate should possess a “can-do” attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative consulting firm.

AIE's industry-leading compensation/benefits package, mentorship and advancement opportunities, and flexible work environment; reflect our culture of investing in our people.

Position is located onsite based in Long Island City, NY.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York.
• 8+ years in construction project management or resident engineering and inspection on railroad, MNR, Amtrak, or LIRR projects
• Knowledge of New York state-specific regulations and construction practices.
• Strong familiarity with railroad construction and maintenance standards, including FRA, MNR, Amtrak, LIRR, freight and short-line railroad specifications, preferred.
• CCM or NICET IV certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction and inspection activities onsite for railroad projects, ensuring contractor adherence to project goals, including cost, schedule, and quality.
• Direct oversite of contractor activities and daily field operations
• Coordinate outages, safety, access and account activities
• Act as a liaison between contractors, design staff, and stakeholders to address RFIs and review shop drawings.
• Conduct technical reviews of construction plans, specifications, and project modifications for constructability and practicality.
• Management of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and payment applications
• Manage the contractor payment process, recommending adjustments as needed to maintain budgetary control.
• Ensure site safety compliance and coordination with stakeholders, including local agencies and clients.
• Monitor contractor performance and resolve issues related to schedule, quality, or other project challenges.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports, correspondence, and other deliverables as required by the client.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong technical and managerial skills with the ability to lead diverse teams and manage multiple priorities.
• A self-starter with the ability to work with project teams and manage multiple and concurrent tasks/assignments
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage the inspection duties in the field.
• Data driven and detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Considerable knowledge of Architecture, Engineering, Construction inspection process and procedures.
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete work in a timely manner.
• Ability and willingness to work on site in the metro NY area.

AIE is a multi-disciplinary, ENR-500 company with 13 offices in the U.S and over 350 employees. We are an engineering consulting firm providing Bridge, Transportation, Construction Engineering, Water/Wastewater, Site/Civil, Building Systems, Design-Build, Survey/Mapping, and Technology services to public and private clients nationwide. Design, Analysis, Inspection & Evaluation are among the core expertise of the firm, earning us a national reputation for serving on major projects in over 20 states. AIE integrates advanced equipment and technology into our infrastructure engineering services, including drones, laser scanning, artificial intelligence, and point-cloud mapping. Armed with this tech, we are enabling our engineers to perform their work at the highest level.

AIE is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected characteristics protected by law. AIE fully endorses equal opportunity for all. EOE/M/F/D/VEV