Sr. Construction Representative -LexingtonWork Location: Lexington, KYSalary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interviewPOSITION SUMMARY:The Senior Construction Representative will be responsible for surveillance of construction projects and delivering surveillance reports on all phases of construction for compliance with plans and specifications in respect to workmanship, materials, installation, and construction methods to government personnel.
Responsibilities/Duties:- Conduct surveillance of construction projects and deliver findings.
- Prepare surveillance reports on all phases of construction to document compliance with plans and specifications for workmanship, materials, installation, and construction methods.
- Review contract plans and specifications for all phases of construction and recommend necessary changes to government personnel.
- Provide construction site surveillance and assist in resolving apparent differences.
- Provide opinions and advice to government personnel, survey project quality assurance programs, and discuss changed conditions.
- Assist the Government in investigating the need for change orders and preparing supporting data.
- Develop detailed inspection requirements and control methods in coordination with government personnel.
- Prepare draft change orders and modifications for the COR, ACO, and/or KO.
- Submit deliverables for government review within the established process; government personnel will review all deliverables.
- Review the construction contractor's Quality Control Plan, Safety Plan, Schedule of Prices, Progress Schedules, and Network Analysis Diagrams (CPM's), Environmental Protection Plan, Asbestos Plan, and submittal register for conformance with contract requirements and good practice.
- Attend, participate in advisory capacity, and keep notes of preconstruction conferences, quality control coordination meetings, in progress reviews, and other conferences and meetings with construction contractors and COR.
- Review all the construction contractor's daily quality control reports to assure that the quality control operations are adequately documented (including such activities as level of inspection, testing procedures and results, documentation, deficiency correction, etc.).
- Perform and document surveillance to ensure the construction contractor is adequately following the USACE 3-phase quality control system. Provide daily quality assurance inspection (follow-up inspections) and surveillance of construction contractors' Quality Control Program and Safety Program.
- Review ongoing construction work to verify that materials and workmanship conform to contract requirements.
- Attend quality assurance preparatory and initial inspections. Within 24 hours of inspection, submit a daily Quality Assurance Report (QAR) on ENG Form 2538-1-R with particular emphasis on deficiencies found.
- Verify site location, layout, and elevations of contract work prior to start of work.
- Monitor construction contractor's procedures for tracking construction deficiencies to assure acceptable corrective action and that an audit trail is maintained.
- Report findings on the daily QAR. Maintain a system for tracking deficiencies, field problems, and requests for information (RFIs).
- Travel to and from job sites will be required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:- High School Diploma/GED minimum; Construction related degree, preferred
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction project engineering, construction management, or construction inspection, preferably on large commercial, industrial, military, or federal construction projects.
- Experience supporting U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force, or other federal construction programs preferred.
- Familiarity with the local area, including permitting, utilities, and local/regional construction methods.
- Knowledge of construction quality assurance, quality control procedures, contract administration, and construction safety requirements.
- Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, contractor submittals, project schedules, daily reports, and progress payment requests.
- Ability to monitor construction progress, identify design and construction issues, and ensure work complies with contract requirements.
- Experience assisting with contract modifications, cost estimates, contractor proposals, and project closeout activities.
- Familiarity with building systems, including fire protection and alarm systems, HVAC, electrical systems, utilities, storm drainage, and energy monitoring systems.
- Experience with military facilities, ammunition storage facilities, or other secure government facilities preferred.
- Knowledge of EM 385-1-1 safety requirements preferred, if applicable to the contract.
- Familiarity with specialized skills or codes that may be required, including:
- Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)
- National Electric Code (NFPA 70)
- Plumbing (IPC)
- Fire Protection Systems (NFPA 13 & 72)
- HVAC/TAB (ASHRAE/AABC/NEBB)
- Building Commissioning
- Communications and Security (IT, Nurse Call/Code Blue, Imaging & IDS/PACS)
- Transport and Equipment (Patient Lifts, Elevators, Transport Systems, Pneumatic Tube, Food Service, Sterilizers, Mortuary, and Laboratory)
- Welding Inspection
- Painting and Metalizing Inspection
- Environmental HAZWOPER and site sampling
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports and coordinate with government personnel, contractors, and project teams.
- Ability to obtain and maintain access to military installations.
Benefits:- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
