Construction Manager

Job Description

Job Description

At AKS Engineering & Forestry , we’re all about building better communities—literally. We help shape neighborhoods, create spaces for businesses, and design the infrastructure that makes life better for everyone. As a locally owned firm, we’ve spent the past 30 years partnering with public and private clients to deliver high-quality engineering solutions across the Pacific Northwest.

On to the exciting news! AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) is looking for a full-time Construction Manager / Owner’s Representative who will play a vital role in successfully delivering complex private and public development projects. You will ensure projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet all quality standards by closely coordinating with contractors, municipal agencies, and internal teams. Your leadership in supervising inspectors, managing bids, and supporting permitting will directly impact project outcomes and client satisfaction. By providing expert constructability reviews and guiding contractor selection, you’ll help shape efficient, cost-effective construction from start to finish.

What You’ll Do

• Addressing construction-related issues directly or in coordination with the internal Lead Construction Manager or Project Manager.
• Serving as an AKS representative in the field and building strong working relationships with contractors, municipal representatives, and clients.
• Negotiating agreement terms, drafting contracts, and securing necessary permits and licenses.
• Preparing and negotiating cost estimates, budgets, schedules, and constructability assessments.
• Managing budgets and coordinating cost discussions with contractors, subcontractors, and owners.
• Collaborating closely with the Project Manager and Project Coordinator to efficiently obtain all required permits.
• Preparing internal and client-facing reports that track project progress, schedules, and costs for Project Managers and clients.
• Ensuring all changes to specifications, work scope, and drawings are properly documented.
• Identifying, managing, and mitigating project risks to keep work on track.
• Inspecting and documenting construction progress of streets, earthwork, and utilities to ensure compliance with contracts, specifications, and building codes.
• Promoting a safety-first work environment and clearly communicating safety protocols.
• Coordinating and reviewing work with contractors, subcontractors, field staking teams, and inspectors to ensure smooth project execution.
• Reviewing contractor billing and verifying the accuracy of billed quantities.
• Managing construction project closeout, including all documentation, bond estimates, contractor completion lists, and ensuring timely project completion.
• Overseeing warranty release processes to guarantee client satisfaction after completion.

Who You Are

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Why AKS? At AKS, we believe your work should support your life—not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team :

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.

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