Construction Management Specialist – Level I

SUMMARY

Stampede Ventures, Inc., a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation, is seeking a qualified Construction Management Specialist I for the PBRWS CMIS Contract in Santa Fe County, NM.

This position involves observing and inspecting construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

The Construction Management Specialist Level I (one) must have a minimum of one year of experience in observing or performing construction activities or construction administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are notintended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Become familiar with all related contractual documents including construction plans, specifications, quantity estimates, and construction schedules during the construction process and check for compliance with Reclamation engineering standards and procedures.
• Provide quality assurance vibration monitoring observation and documentation during construction contractor (CC) work activities.

Sites to receive monitoring will be identified by Reclamation. All vibration readings, monitoring software, devices, and appurtenances will be provided by others.

Be on-site when CC is on-site to observe and inspect the activities, process, and products of the CC to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

Occasional work outside normal working hours for early mornings, evenings, and weekends may be required if PBRWS construction activities are going on.

Oversee quality control of CC’s work and safety for the construction project and observe and inspect Contractor’s work and / or task activities including confirmation of work performance, supplies, and materials installed;

and that they meet the Government specification’s standards.

• Assist BSGI Inspectors regarding quality control and safety measures for ensuring construction is performed in accordance with contract specifications, drawings, the CC’s safety and health plan, and the Reclamation Safety and Health Standards (RSHS).
• Other tasks assigned by the Construction Manager Level - III.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum) Qualifications

Must have general knowledge of specifications, drawings, drawing redlines, and other contract-related engineering documents.

Understand the concept of inspecting the work product and ensuring compliance with the specifications, drawings, and other contract-related engineering documents.

• Familiar with earthwork activities such as excavating, stockpiling, hauling, placement, compaction, and Contractor’s QC testing of earthen materials.
• Familiar with concrete activities such as formwork, scaffolding, reinforcement, methods of placement and finishing, cold weather protection, curing, and documenting Contractor’s QC testing of concrete placements.

Helpful if you have experience with placement of Controlled Low Strength Materials (CLSM).

• Understands industry and Government best management practices for heavy civil construction activities.
• Familiar with OSHA and Reclamation Safety and Health Standards (RSHS) regulations and the differences between the two safety requirements (OSHA 30 Hours Construction Training and / or RSHS 32 Hours Training).

Base CPR, First Aid, automated external defibrillator (AED), and Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP). Optional : OSHA Hazard Communication, Confined Space, Hearing Conservation, and Fall Protection & Prevention.

• Presents a professional demeanor, attentive listener, proactive, engage and actively participate in teams, proficient in communication of ideas, technical subjects, concerns, and ability to provide potential solutions.
• Has experience in written and oral communication and is able to compose written documentation that is professional, thorough, clear, and precise that requires little to no correction.

Proficient using MS Office with a focus on Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat, email, etc.

• Mental and physical ability to work the required hours, in ambient weather conditions, and mobilize around construction site.
• Proactive and self-motivated. Performs in a professional, responsible manner. Works as a team member and follows industry standards.

Demonstrates proficiency on construction projects at managing time efficiently, working independently, and adhering to schedule.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time.

Additionally, the ability to climb up and down ladders, walk on uneven, shifting surfaces, dirt, mud and gravel & up and down hills as well as occasional work in confined spaces.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Job is performed both on active construction sites with exposure to all types of weather heat, cold, rain, snow, exposure to dust, dirt and noise, as well as in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system.

Occasional travel may be required. Occasional off-shift evening / weekend / holiday work may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as periodic random drug screenings, have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to secure areas of a military base.

Must have reliable transportation to / from work.