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Construction Engineering Technician

Construction Engineering Technician

BB&ENorth Chicago, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
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Job description

BB&E is an employee-owned, full-service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering, and Program / Project Management Services to the Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented  Construction Engineering Technician  to support BB&E's A&AS contract, assisting NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic, supporting facilities design and construction projects on-site in Naval Station Great Lakes in North Chicago, Illinois.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Quality Assurance (QA)

  • 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 the 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 QA reports (or in the identified section of Contractor's Quality Control (QC) reports), particularly on critical, definable features of work included
  • Take / file / distribute progress photos
  • Validate quantity, condition, and approval of materials on site before the Government issuing invoice payments
  • Coordinate support to review and witness successful testing and commissioning / certification 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 by 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 their administrative and technical control, but the responsibility to plan and carry out the assignment is accomplished independently

Safety Management

  • 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 before 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
  • Must be familiar with crane safety requirements and NAVFAC P-307 (Management of Weight Handling equipment); observe critical lifts
  • Ensure construction contractors conduct monthly site safety self-evaluations and submit the information with the pay vouchers / invoices; perform worksite safety assessments, as needed
  • Take appropriate, timely action to ensure construction contractor compliance with 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
  • Ensure reporting of contractor significant incidents / near misses with a focus that corrective actions have been taken
  • Perform cursory review / QA of Contractor’s Significant Incident Reports (CSIRs) and OSHA Form 300 (Contractor’s Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses)
  • Provide additional support (as needed) in mishap investigations where property damage is >
  • 500,000, injury and / or occupation injury results in fatality or permanent partial / total disability, or three or more personnel are hospitalized for inpatient care because of a single mishap

    Technical Support

  • Support extensive contact with key construction contractor representatives to promote an atmosphere of partnering and cooperation, and to resolve problems and maintain the construction schedule quickly
  • Coordinate temporary utility and communication hook-ups for contractors, and coordinate utility outages and road closures
  • Coordinate lay-down area and storage areas, as required
  • Coordinate excavation, hot work, burn, and other construction-related permits, as needed, subject to local restrictions
  • Provide support as a point of contact for the Supported Command interface / coordination in the field
  • Support collateral equipment installation and phone / data / communication connections
  • Assist with the investigation of potential latent defects
  • Assist with the coordination of the installation of cylinders / cores, keying system, and turnover of keys to the owner / occupant and coordination of the facility system training for the owner / occupants / PW shops personnel
  • Review pre-final contract drawings and specifications (particularly Division 01 administrative requirements) and technical RFPs, respectively
  • Perform on-site visits to review constructability and compatibility with actual field conditions
  • During design development and constructability reviews, provide technical knowledge of local conditions, including availability of construction materials and skilled labor; for problems found, make solution recommendations for designer consideration
  • Actively participate in partnering sessions, depending on the nature and scope of the construction contract
  • Facilitate effective relationships and processes between contractors, Support Command, and government team members
  • 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, QC 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; make recommendations for solutions to the NAVFAC CM
  • Support preliminary scheduling meeting and review 3-week look ahead schedules (as applicable); review updates of the baseline schedule with the CM to determine if contractor is ahead, on or behind; review the critical activities to ensure the work on the construction contract remains focused on completion in the most reasonable time; as necessary (particularly when a contractor is falling behind schedule), participate in the bi-weekly look ahead meetings with the construction contractor to review project scheduling problems or concerns
  • Review and annotate, as required, the contractor's daily reports
  • Assure environmental compliance by the contractor and coordinate EPA jobsite visits, when required
  • Review and verify the accuracy of as-built drawings in support of invoice payments
  • When applicable, coordinate with NAVFAC CM and issue a non-compliance notice to the contractor
  • Arrange and coordinate pre-final and final acceptance inspections and track completion of punch list items
  • Support the closeout process, including delivery of as-built drawings, warranties, operations & maintenance (O&M) manuals, and spare parts turnover
  • Requirements

    Key Qualifications

  • US Citizenship  and theability to obtain / maintain a NACI / CAC are  required
  • Certification :   Must successfully complete the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Construction CQM Certification within 60 days of start date
  • Must be familiar with crane safety requirements and NAVFAC P-307 (Management of Weight Handling equipment)
  • Experience & Education

  • Experience :  A minimum of 5 years of verified experience as a Quality Control Manager working for General Contractors on NAVFAC or US Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) projects  OR  10 years of verified foreman experience in one or more of the following trades : Concrete, Mechanical, Electrical , Masonry, or Carpentry on commercial / industrial / military projects;  residential expertise does not qualify. Electrical experience preferred.
  • Education :   A minimum of a High School diploma is  required
  • Physical Requirements and Work Environment

  • Lifting / carrying up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to sit / stand for extended periods
  • Ability to work both indoor / outdoor (with exposure to the elements)
  • Ability to walk / climb / knee / crouch and reach
  • Ability to work on rough terrain when necessary
  • Exposure to hazards / contaminants at times
  • Benefits

    Compensation, Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
  • Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
  • Employer-provided Life insurance
  • Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
  • Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
  • Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement & professional development
  • Employee referral program
  • Employee discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pet insurance discount
  • Applies only to full-time employees
  • BB&E is an Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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