Construction Management Representative

Project Solutions Inc.•Phoenix, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Project Solutions Inc. is seeking a Construction Management Representative (CMR) to support the National Park Service (NPS) on the rehabilitation of the primary water distribution system at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument in Ajo, Arizona. This project includes replacement of aging asbestos-cement water mains and service lines, installation of a new water supply well, replacement of a welded steel water storage tank, and associated valve, hydrant, meter, and SCADA infrastructure work. Construction activities involve trenching, utility tie-ins, and site restoration within a sensitive natural and cultural park environment. This role is contingent upon award of project. The purpose of this position is to ensure the construction project is properly executed by monitoring, inspecting, and coordinating work so it meets contract requirements, quality standards, and safety regulations. It serves as the on-site representative supporting the National Park Service by managing communication, reviewing progress, and helping deliver the project successfully from start to completion.

Requirements

Minimum four (4) year Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, Construction Management or other related field preferred.
OSHA 30 construction safety training preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant construction and/or engineering work experience in construction management, preferably aligned to civil, environmental, and site-sensitive construction.
Experience supporting active construction environments, including water distribution systems, Installation of utility systems, underground utilities, pipeline installation, public water systems, and site civil work.
Experience working on federally funded projects or within historic and environmentally sensitive sites strongly preferred
Proficient in evaluating detailed cost estimates and contractor proposals, including breakdowns of labor, equipment, materials, overhead, and profit.
Skilled in identifying, defining, and documenting scope changes due to owner direction or differing site conditions.
Experience supporting or conducting technical negotiations with contractors, including scope, cost components, and terms.
Capable of reviewing and evaluating payment requests against completed work and contractual milestones.
Relevant experience on projects involving similar scope of work.
Proven proficiency in project documentation, reporting, and stakeholder communication
Strong communication and reporting skills, with a track record of timely coordination with Architecture/Engineering (A/E) teams and National Park Service (NPS) Contracting Officer's Representatives to support quality control objectives preferred
Ability to interpret construction schedules and accurately assess and document project progress.
Written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
Strong computer and technology literacy to utilize PCs and mobile devices.
Knowledge of software including MS Suite (including MS Project), Adobe Acrobat, and any other software programs typically utilized.
Maintain a valid driver's license.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment on large, complex construction projects.
Ability to walk or climb on a daily basis to observe contract performance.
Must be able to physically operate a motor vehicle without danger to self or to others.

Responsibilities

Provide technical assistance and support to CO during construction.
Read, interpret and understand the construction contract plans and specifications.
Arrange, attend and facilitate a variety of meetings, including weekly meetings at the project site.
Arrange, attend, facilitate, and document project meetings, including weekly progress meetings, safety meetings, inspections, negotiations, and internal Government meetings; prepare meeting minutes within required timeframes.
Perform on-site inspections, including mock-ups, preparatory, initial, follow-up, and post-construction inspections; document findings with photographs, descriptions, and reports.
Document issues encountered and problems experienced with the construction contractor.
Review contractor's baseline and progress schedules.
Draft project related correspondence for NPS to review and issuance.
Inspect the work of the construction contractor for progress, workmanship, quality and conformance with contract documents, applicable building codes and safety standards.
Review, analyze, and assist in preparing cost estimates.
Review and process Construction Contractor's RFIs and assist in resolution, draft response, tracking, and follow up.