Construction Manager - Roadway and Bridge

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Construction Manager – Roadway and Bridges to join our Construction Services Team in Chicago or Rockford, IL. This role requires regular attendance at our Chicago and/or Rockford, IL office.

At GFT we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Construction Manager who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer‑focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.

• Conduct and document project meetings with clients.
• Prepare and monitor project schedules.
• Perform periodic construction observation and inspection.
• Possess basic surveying interpretation skills.
• Prepare reports and correspondence.
• Prepare and check quantities for measurement and payment purposes.
• Prepare construction payment applications.
• Negotiate and prepare construction change orders.
• Review submittals and other technical data.
• Be proficient with construction management software for document management and scheduling.
• Perform constructibility reviews and value engineering studies.
• Assist with Risk Management assessments.
• Prepare and monitor Quality Control and Assurance Plans.

• BS in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• IDOT Documentation Certification, required.
• 7+ years of experience.
• Experience with Primavera P6 preferred.
• 10‑hour OSHA Safety course.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess a driver's license to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

The salary range for this role is $98,000–$140,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, and medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we are the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century of experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT:
Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Location:

Chicago, IL

Core Business

Hours:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status:
Full‑Time