Construction Surveillance Engineer Technician

Bristol Alliance of Companies • Key West, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bristol Infrastructure Design Services LLC is hiring Construction Surveillance Engineering Technicians (CSETs) to support the Department of Navy at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The positions will be full time at the Naval Station. This position may be eligible for the foreign earned income exclusion (see IRS Notice 2006-84). 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 Navy policies and procedures. Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol) is committed to building lasting relationships that reflect our hard work, ingenuity, and dedication to safety. Every employee has an impact on our success, which benefits the Native Culture, land, and people of the Bristol Bay region. Our values: People, Communities, Reputation, Teamwork, Trust, and Truth.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5-years of verified experience as a Quality Control Manager working for General Contractors on NAVFAC or U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) projects; or 10-years of verified foreman experience in one or more of following trades: Concrete, Mechanical, Electrical, Masonry, or Carpentry on commercial/industrial/military projects.
• 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
• Knowledge of safety practices in the construction industry, including a background of familiarity with USACE (EM-385-1-1) and OSHA safety requirements.
• Competent computer skills for network data entry.
• Proficiency in using computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as Adobe Acrobat Professional.
• 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.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively orally and in writing.
• Experience in maintaining official construction site records.
• Experience in conducting meetings to resolve problems on construction projects and briefing clients and management personnel.
• In depth experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications on construction projects.
• Experience in making materials take-offs for construction work.
• Ability and experience in the inspection of materials, workmanship and construction and installation of various systems within the inspector’s area of expertise.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• 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 Navy policies and procedures.
• 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 contractor quality control plan.
• Attend selective quality control, preparatory and initial meetings, and monitor three-phase checklists for accuracy and thoroughness.
• Provide relevant remarks on Government Quality Assurance (QA) reports (or in identified section of Contractor’s Quality Control (QC) reports), particularly on critical, definable features of work included.
• Take/file/distribute progress photos.
• Coordinate support to review and witness successful testing and commissioning 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.
• In conjunction with the CM, perform cursory review of Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and ensure via the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) that these are discussed by the construction contractor and their respective subcontractors prior to beginning each work activity or when a new work crew is to perform the work in accordance with the three phases of QC.
• In conjunction with the CM, review and provide recommendations towards acceptance of Crane Critical Lift Plans, along with crane operation qualifications and certificate of compliance.
• Observe critical lifts.
• Ensure construction contractor is conducting monthly site safety self-evaluations and submitting the information with the pay vouchers/invoices; perform worksite safety assessments, as needed.
• Take appropriate, timely action to ensure construction contractor compliance of safety and health requirements, including leading safety stand-downs, as required, and recommending dismissal of key construction contractor staff from the project due to non-performance or recurring violations.
• Support extensive contact with key construction contractor representatives to promote an atmosphere of partnering and cooperation and to quickly resolve problems and maintain construction schedule.
• Coordinating temporary utility and communication hook-ups for contractor, coordinating utility outages and road closures.
• Supports as a point of contact for Supported Command interface/coordination in the field.
• Support the review of all Government-approved technical and administrative submittals, including, but not limited to, the schedule of prices, contractor’s baseline critical path schedule, accident prevention plan, activity hazard analyses, safety and health plan, quality control plan, test plans/reports, performance verification tests of major systems, etc.
• Investigate engineering problems that may arise on construction contracts, such as unforeseen conditions, contractor requests for information (RFIs), and dimension conflicts and make recommendations for solutions to the NAVFAC CM.
• Assuring environmental compliance by contractor and coordinate EPA jobsite visits, when required.
• When applicable, coordinate with NAVFAC CM and issue non-compliance notice to contractor.
• Arranging and coordinating pre-final and final acceptance inspections and tracking completion of punch list items and supporting the closeout process, including delivery of as-built drawings, warranties, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals, and spare parts turnover.

Benefits

• Excellent salary and benefits package to include paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and 401(k) plan with employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees