Construction Management Representative (CMR)

Bodwé Professional Services Group•Browning, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Management Representative (CMR) provides on-site construction oversight and contract administration support for water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure projects. The CMR ensures contractor compliance with contract documents, safety regulations, quality control requirements, and federal standards while serving as a key liaison between the Contractor, Contracting Officer (CO), and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Glacier National Park is based in a remote, high-visibility federal park environment within Montana. The role requires outdoor fieldwork in varying weather conditions and terrain typical of mountain environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree with minimum 5 years of experience in construction, engineering, and/or water and wastewater utilities.
Demonstrated federal project experience (required).
OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety certification.
Strong knowledge of:
Waterline trenching and water utility systems
Electrical generator installation and operation
SCADA systems
Compaction testing and construction techniques
Applicable industry standards, regulations, and codes
Cost breakdown estimating and negotiations
Technical writing
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Cost estimating and price proposal evaluation
Project scheduling
RSMeans
Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and related software
Internet-based project management tools for submittals, RFIs, digital photo transmission, and virtual meetings
Strong analytical and negotiation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently in remote environments
High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Strong understanding of federal contracting procedures and requirements

Responsibilities

Attend and document the Pre-Construction Conference, including preparation of meeting minutes and job diary entry.
Oversee all inspection phases in accordance with NPS Division 01 specifications (Section 01 40 00 – On-Site Control).
Verify contractor compliance with the approved Quality Control Plan.
Inspect construction activities for progress, workmanship, code compliance, and adherence to contract documents.
Maintain all current construction documents on-site, including a CMR-maintained redline plan set.
Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, contract requirements, and the Contractor’s Safety Plan.
Immediately notify the Contractor and COR of unsafe conditions, including unauthorized public access to the project site.
Document safety issues in daily reports and weekly progress meeting documentation.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while on-site.
Review, comment on, and recommend acceptance or rejection of Division 1, informational, and material submittals.
Maintain and track all submittals in accordance with Section 01 33 23 – Submittal Procedures.
Track and document project correspondence.
Draft Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Requests for Price Proposals (RPPs), including scope descriptions and supporting sketches.
Prepare Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) using IDIQ rates, historic data, and/or RSMeans.
Develop pre-negotiation objectives and draft Records of Negotiation detailing cost differences between Government estimates and contractor proposals.
Assist in the resolution, tracking, and documentation of Requests for Information (RFIs).
Review and document contractor requests for additional cost and/or time.
Provide supporting documentation for Requests for Equitable Adjustment (REAs), differing site conditions, or potential claims.
Maintain daily communication with the COR regarding project progress and issues.
Immediately notify the COR of non-compliant work and document deficiencies.
Document and report on-site events including potential claims, safety violations, weather delays, schedule impacts, cultural resource discoveries, wildlife impacts, and site visitors.
Monitor the need for QA surveys, sampling, and testing and ensure completion as required.
Prepare and distribute weekly progress meeting agendas in advance of meetings.
Attend weekly progress conference calls chaired by the COR.
Prepare and distribute meeting minutes following weekly and other project meetings.
Arrange and conduct additional meetings as requested (excluding the Pre-Construction Conference chaired by the CO).
Prepare weekly progress reports detailing work completed, modifications (approved and pending), percent complete (work, time, and cost), significant issues, and progress photographs.
Complete Daily CMR Reports for each scheduled workday, regardless of whether work was performed.
Review Contractor QC Daily Reports for accuracy and reconcile discrepancies.
Submit compiled weekly reports and a one-page weekly progress summary with photos to the COR.
Document permit compliance requirements and material quantities placed in daily reports.