Construction Surveillance Engineering Technician

BB&E is a full-service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary 

BB&E is currently looking for a Construction Surveillance Engineering Technician to support the NAVFAC Southeast (SE) Headquarters, Public Works Departments (PWD) and Resident Officer in Charge of Construction (ROICC). This position is at The Charleston Naval Complex (CNC) and is located in Charleston, South Carolina. 

Job Duties & Responsibilities 

• Provide overall coordination of the construction quality management program for assigned projects.
• In conjunction with the Construction Manager (CM), review and provide recommendations toward approval of the contractor quality control plan.
• Attend selective quality control (QC), preparatory, and initial meetings, and monitor three-phase checklists for accuracy and thoroughness.
• Provide relevant remarks on Government Quality Assurance (QA) reports (or in the identified section of the Contractor's QC reports), particularly on critical, definable features of work included.
• Take/file/distribute progress photos.
• Validate quantity, condition, and approval of materials on site prior to the Government issuing invoice payments.
• Coordinate support to review and witness successful testing and commissioning/certification of critical systems (i.e., mechanical - HVAC/TABS/DALTS/DDC, electrical -pad mounted transformers/high-voltage systems/switchgear/automatic transfer switches/frequency converters, fire and life safety/fire protection systems, roofing systems, and underwater structures). 
• Assure quality workmanship in accordance with specifications and industry standards on concrete/masonry/stucco/ building, envelope/structural steel/bolting/welding, and other building materials/structural systems, as required.
• Attend/witness selected tests and review all applicable test reports and results.
• Keep the Government sponsor advised as to the status of projects under his/her administrative and technical control, but the responsibility to plan and carry out the assignment is accomplished independently.

Requirements

It is expected that the minimum education and professional experience requirements have been met, as listed below. 

Experience & Education 

• A minimum of 5 years of verified experience as a Quality Control Manager working for General Contractors on NAVFAC or US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) projects OR 10 years of verified foreman experience in one or more of the following trades: Concrete; Mechanical; Electrical; Masonry; or Carpentry on commercial/industrial/military projects; residential experience does not qualify.
• Must complete the USACE Construction CQM Certification.

Physical Requirements:  To successfully perform the essential duties of this position, an individual must be able to perform the following:

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl, navigate across uneven ground that is common at construction sites, and climb for extended periods as well as when traveling to and from job sites.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds regularly
• Must be able to work both indoor/outdoor (with exposure to the elements).
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and under varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, wind, dust, and noise.
• Must be able to wear and use required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, fall protection safety vests and high-visibility reflective safety vests.
• Must have sufficient visual and auditory acuity to perform tasks safely and effectively, including reading instruments, recognizing hazards, and communicating on active construction sites.
• Must be able to drive company or personal vehicles to and from field locations, sometimes multiple times per day, and may be required to work variable shifts depending on project needs.

Work Environment:

• Primarily operates in an outdoor environment where various weather conditions could be encountered, depending on the location and season.
• May encounter extreme temperatures, airborne particles, fumes, chemicals, or loud noise.
• Worksites might contain high-voltage equipment, exposed wires, and other electrical hazards that will require strict adherence to safety protocols. 

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and required skills for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. 

Required are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities necessary to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis. 

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages

• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees 

BB&E is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.