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We challenge what is accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the #1 ranked most admired engineering / construction company in the world, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a driven and curious Assistant Construction Manager in Reston, Virginia and Washington, D.C. to support our Team. In this role, you may be asked to perform traditional Construction Administration functions for process conformance with approved construction documents including but not limited to the project contract, specifications, quality control plan, safety plans, schedule, request for information (RFIs), change orders, pay requests, record drawings, commissioning and contract closeout.

As the opportunities present, we’ll ask you to actively manage and report on the status of the project schedule and budget. Monitor and document contract progress and make recommendations to the client for contractor payments, change orders, and requests for information (RFIs). You’ll conduct site meetings, coordinate and oversee field activities for testing and inspection reviews as well as participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost control, schedule control, change management, risk management and performance. In addition, you may be asked to support the development of a client compliance program.

This may involve performing or assisting in the performance of construction specification research with the ultimate goal of helping to formulate a complete quality assurance policy for our client. Join us and we will assist you in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way.

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

• Previous professional working experience in inspection/construction management or resident engineering of transportation projects

• Working knowledge of construction contract requirements.

• Working knowledge of construction materials, means, and methods

• Adept at interpersonal relationship building, conflict resolution, and participating in diverse teams

• Experience with MS Office, SharePoint, Prolog Manager (or similar EDMS)

• Must possess the physical ability to move around an active construction site

• On-site attendance as required by internal and external customers.

Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have:

• Experience with ProjectWise, Prolog, and Microsoft Office

• Experience with engineering, architectural, and construction documents (i.e., maps, drawings, technical specifications, etc.)

• Strong communication skills and understanding of technical terminology

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.