Construction Inspector/Engineering Technician

Location: Naval Air Station Pensacola - Pensacola, FL
Title: Construction Surveillance Engineering Technician (CSET)
Clearance: Ability to successfully clear background checks and security assessments

Scope: The CSET shall provide management support for construction services such as construction inspection, quality assurance, monitoring ESS compliance and contract administration.

Duties/responsibilities include:

1. Coordinate Requests from Construction Contractor. Coordinate request from the construction Contractor for outage requests, excavation permits, burn permits, haul routes and other similar items. This will require liaison with appropriate base personnel (Security, Public Works, Fire Department). The CSET shall track status of the various requests and anything pending after five calendar days shall be investigated and a report made to the ROICC detailing the cause for delays in issuance.
2. Coordinate field activities. CSET shall work with the construction contractor, Navy client customers, activity managers, maintenance and utility servers, Federal Fire departments, and Security Police so there is a seamless coordination of construction activities.
3. Attend Meetings and Conferences. The CSET shall take notes, provide information to the ROICC or the ROICC's representative at the Preconstruction Conference, Safety Meetings, and Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Meetings.
4. Develop Quality Assurance Plans. The CSET shall collaborate with ROICC and other SSC personnel to draft a Quality Assurance plan as applicable to contract documents for this project.
5. Prepare Construction Representative's Reports (CRRs). The CSET shall prepare CRRs for each site visit. In general, the report shall include comments relating to the status of contractor efforts, the quality of these efforts as judged by the inspector, and any conversations, discussions, or other communications with the construction contractor.
6. Monitor construction work for project CQC compliance with contract documents. The CSET shall assure that the quality control system of the Contractor is in compliance with contract documents and Contractor-submitted plans. The CSET shall perform checks of the construction to assure adequacy of the construction Contractor's quality control.
7. Report instances of non-compliance with safety requirements and monitor compliance with environmental protection requirements.
8. The CSET shall monitor by witnessing the measurements and assurance surveying performed by the construction contractor. All problems, discrepancies, and recommendations shall be noted on the CRR.
9. Monitor materials testing. The CSET shall monitor all materials testing conducted by the construction Contractors and their testing laboratories. Review testing procedures and reports as received from the Contractor. Note problems and discrepancies on the CRR. Witness and record results of tests which require Government witnessing.
10. Witness testing of waste, gas, water, electrical, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, fire protection, elevator, boiler, and energy monitoring control systems. The CSET shall note results and provide recommendations to accept or reject such systems on the CRR.
11. Review Daily Contractor Quality Control (CQC) and Contractor Production Reports (CPRs). The CSET shall review these reports for completeness and accuracy. The CSET shall ensure that all testing and results are documented on the CQC or projection report as appropriate and will review for compliance with the CQC plan and the contract plans and specifications.
12. Monitor the updating of Submittal Status Logs. The CSET shall monitor by reviewing at the job-site office, the construction Contractor's updating of the Submittal Status Log. Note discrepancies or problems on the CRR.
13. Technical Review of Submittals. The CSET shall collect and perform technical reviews of CPRs, CQC reports, preparatory meeting minutes, initial inspection meeting reports, test data, requests for information, work performance schedules, payroll records, activity hazard analysis documents, shop drawings, material and equipment certifications, and technical submittals.
14. Schedule pre-final and final inspections. Each CSET shall coordinate with QC Manager, CME/CSE, and supported command client to attend pre-final/final inspections for validation and acceptance of any definable feature of work.
15. Assist conducting pre-final inspections. For each construction activity for which the CSET has management
16. responsibility, participate in the pre-final activity inspection along with other members of the project team. From information gathered at that inspection, prepare a detailed punch list of all items which do not comply with the construction contract or items which have not been completed.
17. Construction Photographic Services. The CSET shall take and provide to the Government complete progress, record, and other construction photographs such as Report Progress Photographs, Completion Photographs, and Special Construction Operations Photographs.
18. The CSET shall monitor construction Contractor field maintenance of as-built drawings. The CSET shall review preparation of as-built drawings by the construction Contractor and shall monitor the construction Contractor's posting of changes to the as-built drawings as they occur. The CSET is responsible for assuring the accuracy of the as-built drawings prepared by the construction Contractor and is required to notify the ROICC if the as-built drawings maintained by the construction Contractor are inaccurate or are not being updated. At the completion of each construction activity for which this service is provided, the CSET shall field check the as-built conditions indicated on as-built drawings provided by the construction Contractor.

Qualifications, Experience, and Position Requirements:

1. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Quality Control Manager or Superintendent working for a General Contractor on NAVFAC or USACE projects, OR a minimum of 10 years of experience working as a Foreman in one or more of the following trades: carpentry, electrical, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, or concrete on commercial/industrial/military projects valued in excess of $5 million. Residential experience does not qualify.
2. A minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Journeyman in one or more of the following trades: carpentry, electrical, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, or concrete. Residential experience does not qualify.
3. Specialized training for Construction Quality Verification or completed an equivalent course.
4. Competent computer skills for network data entry.
5. Proficiency in using computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; as well as Adobe Acrobat Professional.
6. Average agility and dexterity. CSET will be required to perform duties that involve moderate walking over rough, uneven, or slippery surfaces, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, climbing ladders, walking up and down several flights of stairs or similar activities, recurring lifting of moderately heavy objects less than 50 lbs. such as testing or measuring equipment, and regular visits to construction sites.
7. Ability to communicate in English effectively orally and in writing.
8. Experience in maintaining official construction site records.
9. Experience in conducting meetings to resolve problems on construction projects and briefing clients and management personnel.
10. In depth knowledge of construction practices and workmanship, including experience in proper uses of construction materials and installation methods.
11. In depth experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications on construction projects.
12. Experience in making materials take-offs for construction work.
13. Ability and experience in the inspection of materials, workmanship and construction and installation of various systems within the inspector's area of expertise.
14. Knowledge of safety practices in the construction industry, including a background of familiarity with USACE (EM-385-1-1) and OSHA safety requirements.
15. Completed the 30 Hour OSHA Construction Training within the past 2 years.
16. Must hold a certificate in USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors Training (maintain valid 5-year certificate) or obtain certification within 60 days of onboarding.
17. Possess a current, valid driver's license issued by a US state or territory.
18. Provide satisfactory proof of U.S. citizenship.

Note: Candidacy is subject to client approval, and successful clearing of background and security checks.

About ASR International

ASR provides world-wide Management and Technical Support Services to Government agencies and Fortune 500 customers. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Long Island, NY, ASR serves its clients with a full spectrum of complex professional and technical support services including Construction Management, Engineering, Logistics, Project Management and Quality Control across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries worldwide.

Benefits

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, an excellent compensation package and comprehensive benefits package which include a flexible work schedule, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off and Sick Days, Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision); and a 401(k) plan.

The salary range provided for this role is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. ASR considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job description. The job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position. Please note that your resume and candidacy may be subject to customer approval, acceptance and clearing of the required background check and successfully obtaining and maintaining any required security clearances, if any.

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