Director of Construction Services (Highway and Bridge)

GPI seeks a Director of Construction Services in our NJ Operations, where you will be responsible for directing and managing all construction services, including staff recruitment and hiring, oversight of field staff and operations, project administration, business development, and participation in proposal development and fee estimates. This position plays a crucial role in our New Jersey operations. It will provide you with an excellent opportunity to lead and build upon a highly experienced and well-trained construction inspection team, which is among the largest in the state.

• Serve as GPI’s point of contact, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners
• Manage construction inspection operations, including quality, resource allocation, and budgets
• Conduct business development activities, including research and planning to best realize opportunities
• Lead proposal development to win work, including teaming, development of proposal content, and participating in interviews and presentations
• Manage sub-consultants
• Review of project documents and requests for proposals to establish scope, staffing needs, and fees for inspection services
• Negotiate agreements and fees with clients
• Review and approve monthly invoices
• Provide support, training, career development, and employee goal setting
• Recruit, hire, and manage construction management and inspection staff
• Assist with the development of department goals and budgets
• Represent GPI at client, industry meetings, and conferences
• Build upon expertise across CMCI business lines
• Offer staff the knowledge and skills to perform their current roles and adapt to evolving demands effectively

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.

• NJ Professional Engineering License is required
• 20+ years of experience working in the transportation construction inspection industry is a must
• Experience with transportation (road, bridge, and rail) projects utilizing applicable client standards, procedures, and document management software
• Resident Engineering and Project Manager experience with NJDOT and NJTA projects is required

GPI will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with GPI’s Corporate Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Staffing/employment agencies must submit applicants to the designated GPI recruiter to be eligible for a placement fee. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.

GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V