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Job Description:
Are you passionate about construction? Does the possibility of working on some of the world’s most iconic projects interest you? If so, Parsons has an opportunity for you! As a Senior Construction Engineer/Specialist, you’ll be joining a team that prides itself on a well earned reputation as one of the world’s best. In this role you will participate in the development, execution, supervision, and coordination of all technical aspects of field engineering assignments including development of plans, schedules, contracts, procedures, and construction methods and systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing the performance of subcontractors to assure contract compliance, the application of accepted construction technology and standards, and the acceptable standardization of materials and supplies. May provide technical guidance to less experienced field engineering personnel. Responsibilities:
Perform a variety of construction management tasks to complete renovations of a portfolio of office building renovations throughout New England.
Project management and oversight of the GSA construction projects:
- Plan on site visits for each project, to the project sites, covering:
- Attend on-site walk through with the contractor during the bid process and start-up as determined by the GSA POC;
- Project kick-off meeting for each of the GSA project sites and to interface with the building manager and/or lessor;
- Close out and acceptance of the project where project site completion is possible within the given period of performance.
- Plan on covering conference calls with the GSA PM and the local GSA project staff during initiation of the projects and during the bid process.
- Attend, and if required, conduct biweekly and monthly progress meetings to include recording and distributing progress meeting minutes
- Work with the contractor to ensure the GSA Office POC’s are aware of any work being done at the GSA Facilities and help coordinate all repairs and alteration projects with GSA building manager and/or lessor.
- Provide updates to the drawings, specifications, budget and schedules as changes occur.
- Establish a Schedule for the site visits during construction/installation of the security equipment.
- Provide Individual Site Issue reports and updated project schedules
- Prepare cost estimates for new projects and contract change orders
- Inspect construction Contractor’s work for progress, quality and conformance with contract documents and applicable local standards.
- Manage and process technical and administrative submittals and RFIs.
- Assist the Government through development of change order documents, sketches, and cost estimates as required.
- Complete all reporting requirements as required, including field reports and photographs, meeting minutes, tracking Record Drawings, and review and verification of Contractor close-out requirements.
- Coordinate special inspections with the Contractor(s) and 3rd Party Inspector(s) as required.
- Promptly notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) of any problems or issues observed.
- Expected to draft all contract related correspondence for the CO or COR’s signature.
- Participate in weekly telephone conference calls with the COR and other parties as necessary to update the COR.
- Candidate must embrace zero incident philosophy, track safety metrics, and embrace philosophy of continuous quality improvement and sustainability.
Project Location – Thomas P. O’Neill FB , Office of Leasing, 10 Causeway Street Boston, MA 02222
Travel throughout New England will be required approximately 30% of time to visit the project sites.
Qualifications:
BS in Architecture, Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management with 8 to 15 years related work experience in managing office renovations and new commercial building construction. Good technical writing, analyses and communication skills as well as be independent and resourceful. Must be proficient with Microsoft software, maintaining and interpreting construction schedules, including critical path, understanding equipment/material lead times, and interdependency of various discipline/trade tasks.
- Experience managing office renovation projects
- History of working with Government Project Managers / CORs on processing change requests, requests for information, submittals, and field observation reports.
- 10-hour OSHA construction safety training is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills including writing and verbal are required. Applicant will represent the interests of the government in a professional manner and ensure quality work while maintaining good relationships with contractor as well as GSA staff.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Excel, Word, CADD, and Project; and uploading and transferring documents on Sharepoint sites.
Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/NoneThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
Salary Range:
$70,500.00 - $123,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!