Construction Surveillance Engineer Technician

Bristol Alliance of Companies•Key West, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Surveillance Engineer Technician (CSET) provides on-site construction oversight, quality assurance, and technical support for projects managed by the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC). The CSET ensures that all construction activities comply with contract specifications, drawings, applicable codes, and safety standards. This role serves as the government’s on-site technical representative, monitoring contractor performance, verifying work progress, and documenting daily construction activities. The CSET reviews design plans, submittals, and construction schedules; inspects workmanship and materials; and assists in identifying and resolving technical issues in coordination with NAVFAC engineers and project managers. The position requires sound judgment, knowledge of construction practices, and familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) and NAVFAC policies and procedures.

Requirements

A minimum of five (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 ten (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.
OR A minimum of five (5) years of experience working as a Journeyman in one or more of the following trades: carpentry, electrical, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, or concrete.
Specialized training for Construction Quality Verification or completed an equivalent course.
Ability and experience in the inspection of materials, workmanship and construction and installation of various systems within the inspector’s area of expertise.
Knowledge of safety practices in the construction industry, including a background of familiarity with USACE (EM-385-1-1) and OSHA safety requirements.
Completed 30 Hour OSHA Construction Training within the past 2 years.
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.
High school diploma or GED is required.
A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Coordinate requests from the construction Contractor for outage requests, excavation permits, burn permits, haul routes and other similar items, requiring liaison with the FEAD/ROICC and appropriate base personnel (Security, Public Works, Fire Department etc.). Track status of requests and investigate anything pending after five calendar days, reporting to the FEAD/ROICC detailing the cause for delays in issuance.
Coordinate field activities with the construction contractor, Navy client customers, activity managers, maintenance and utility servers, Federal Fire departments, and Security Police to ensure seamless coordination of construction activities.
Attend Safety Meetings, Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Meetings, Partnering Meetings, and other conferences and meetings as needed.
Develop Quality Assurance Plans in collaboration with FEAD/ROICC and other personnel.
Prepare Construction Representative’s Reports (CRRs).
Monitor construction work for project CQC compliance with contract documents.
Report instances of non-compliance with safety requirements.
Monitor compliance with environmental protection requirements.
Review Daily Contractor Quality Control (CQC) and Contractor Production Reports.
Monitor the updating of Submittal Register and maintain Working Files.
Perform Technical Review of Submittals.
Provide Construction Photographic Services.
Utilize NAVFAC’s Electronic Construction and Facility Support Contract Management System (eCMS) to manage electronic submittals and documents.