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.
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Essential Functions
Competencies
- Knowledge of construction scheduling methods and familiarity with the use of scheduling software, including but not limited to Primavera Suretrak/P3/P6 and Microsoft Project.
- Proficiency in computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Adobe Acrobat Professional; and RS Means/Cost Works.
- Average agility and dexterity, CSE will be required to perform duties that involve moderate walking over rough, uneven or slippery surfaces, recurring bending, crouching, stopping, 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 effectively, concisely and authoritatively in English bot orally and in writing. Experience in preparing correspondence, written reports, and in briefing management personnel.
- Experience in developing and maintaining complex, long term, multi-year program construction management activities including submittal and Request for Information (RFI) processing.
- Experience and familiarity with Federal building design criteria and construction guide specifications.
- Knowledge of construction practices and techniques, e.g., proper applications of construction materials and methods of installation.
- Ability to accurately calculate construction costs for changes, price the value of needed work and provide recommendations for equitable adjustments.
- Ability to monitor he preparation of as-built activities of contractors to ensure that those documents are being prepared on an on-going basis. Ability to review contractor submissions of as-built drawings for completeness and accuracy and advice in writing the appropriate Government personnel as to the acceptability of such submissions.
- Ability to identify critical and long lead-time materials and recommend procurement strategies to prevent negative impact on quality, cost, and schedule.
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 knowledge of construction practices and workmanship, including experience in proper uses of construction materials and installation methods.
- 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.
- 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
- A valid driver’s license.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Position may be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, noise sufficient to cause the worker to shout.
- Position may be subject to a variety of physical conditions – proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electric current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
- Position may be subject to atmospheric conditions – fumes, odors, dusts, mist, gases, or poor ventilation.
- Position may be subject to close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
Physical Qualifications
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Mobility: must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
- Hearing: must be able to hear audible safety alarms.
- Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform above listed tasks in a safe manner and perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
- Lifting: must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Benefits
Excellent salary and benefits package to include paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability insurance, and 401(k) plan with employer match.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Bristol companies are equal opportunity employers and offer any available positions to all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, parenthood, pregnancy, marital status, or changes in marital status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. This applies to recruitment, placement, pay, benefits, training, employment status changes, social and recreational programs, and other conditions and benefits of employment.
Bristol grants employment preference first to BBNC and Choggiung shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to Alaska Native Corporation shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This job description is not a contract or employment. It does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. All employment with Bristol is “at-will” which means that Bristol or employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.
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