Project Construction Specialist

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Springfield, IL, United States Crawford Murphy and Tilly, Inc. Full-time

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Crawford, Murphy & Tilly is seeking a Project Construction Specialist to join the Surface Transportation team in Peoria, IL or Springfield, IL. This is not a remote position.

We are a fast-growing firm with 500+ employees across 25 offices in 10 states serving clients through our four primary business groups:

Aviation
Surface Transportation
Water Resources
Building & Site Services

As a Project Construction Specialist, you'll play a key role in the design and construction of field projects. The selected candidate will have demonstrated leadership qualities, the ability to work as a team member or independently, and the desire to learn new skills and areas of expertise.

What you will do:

With support, coaching, and direction from CMT's Surface Transportation Managers and technical leaders, you will serve the firm in the following capacities:

Perform and lead on-site construction inspection, observation, and documentation services including supervising and directing junior staff in support of project managers

Serve as the engineer's on-site liaison with the contractor and client and assist the client when required for proper execution of the work
Prepare, maintain, and distribute required construction documentation including daily reports, pay estimates, change orders, shop drawings, material submittals, progress schedules, project correspondence, testing results, and record drawings in accordance with client and company procedures
Secondary assignments may include assistance with planning and design of civil & transportation projects including drafting, field surveying, materials testing, or other duties as assigned
Typical projects require the understanding and implementation of construction documents (plans & specifications) including horizontal and vertical layout, site development, grading, drainage, asphalt & concrete paving, pavement marking, signage, erosion control, coordination with other disciplines, water & sanitary utilities, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and construction scheduling

Here is what you'll need:

High School diploma/GED plus equivalent field work experience required
8 plus years of experience in Construction or related field required
IDOT certification, or ability to complete certification, is required

Possess general knowledge and understanding of the construction of transportation, site development, and civil infrastructure projects including the ability to clarify and interpret construction documents

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Strong ability to manage personnel and delegate tasks
Able to work independently and effectively manage time and work on multiple projects
Excellent written and oral communication skills required
Must be willing to accept out of town travel assignments and work overtime to meet construction project demands
Must have valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record with access to transportation
Must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Successful completion of a security background check which requires employment history, verification and criminal history records checks (if applicable) of individuals applying for security badges
Demonstrated responsiveness, professionalism, and teamwork

Ideally, you will also have:

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field is desired; Equivalent experience in lieu of a degree will be considered

Physical Requirements:

Physical demands vary depending on the specific nature of assigned projects.
Ability to routinely lift 25+ lbs
Ability to work and maneuver equipment around active construction sites

Elevating infrastructure, together.

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is a civil infrastructure professional services firm working with clients and their communities to shape the future, together. Our mission is to provide superior infrastructure solutions, responsive to clients' needs and expectations, while fostering growth and development for employees. Our dedicated team of engineers, planners, scientists, and consultants work together with clients and their communities to plan, advance, deliver, and manage civil infrastructure.

At CMT, we are looking for individuals who come to us with varied perspectives, backgrounds and worldviews.

Benefits atCMT

CMT offers a generous benefits program, focused on four pillars: Health & Wellness, Work + Life Balance, Financi

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