Job Description

Olsson provides construction management, administration, and observation services for both public and private projects to assure that work is performed in conformance with project documents. Our construction services include daily observation / inspection, project documentation, submittal review, design support, shop drawing review, payment application review, payroll review, and oversight for materials testing. We provide technically qualified personnel for our clients’ specific project requirements.

We are seeking motivated and driven individual to join our Construction Administration and Management team in Manhattan, KS that has experience working on heavy highway and Department of Transportation (DOT) projects. We are seeking individuals with experience in supporting KDOT in all aspects of project delivery including inspection of asphalt paving, concrete paving, bridges, and other heavy highway construction activities.

In this role, you will apply your expertise to execute construction administration assignments, utilizing established methods, practices, and programs. Your primary responsibilities include performing construction observation and inspection tasks under moderate direction, ensuring the successful completion of projects. You will also contribute to project success by observing all phases of construction work, verifying conformance with plans, specifications, and standards. Additionally, you may attend preconstruction conferences, assist with project layout, and provide training or mentorship for new or less experienced construction employees.

You will travel to various job sites at different stages of construction and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• A minimum of three years of experience in construction observation or construction inspection
• Experience with heavy highway or Department of Transportation (DOT) projects, such as Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)
• Associate degree in construction related field preferred, but not required
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Valid drivers license with clean driving history

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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