COTA Contracting Officer Technical Advisor

Job Description Consultant Engineering, Inc. (CEI)  is an Arizona owned and operated professional engineering firm headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona with additional offices in Tucson and Gilbert, Arizona. As one of the Southwest's largest construction management firms, CEI provides services for Central Federal Lands Highway Division, professional right of way (appraisals, acquisition and relocation services) and land surveying services. CEI offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays and PTO). CEI is hiring a COTA to provide post-award onsite construction contract administration and inspection support services for transportation related construction projects . The primary requirement is to provide staff at assigned project locations, (approximately 3 to 24 months) with a short winter shutdown. Most projects run from early spring to late fall/early winter. The CEI COTA will be responsible for daily management of its staff and the staff of its subcontractors. Job Requirements Contracting Officer’s Technical Advisor (COTA) are required to provide on-site construction contract oversight within limited delegations as well as construction inspection. Highway projects are near National Parks and offer a healthy per diem and rate. Duties include contract administration, principal contact, or liaison between CFLHD clients and the CFLHD Division Office; oversight of other contract or federal, or both, project personnel; and all the duties listed under On-Site Construction Inspector. This work is performed primarily at the project location near National Parks. Typical work and oversight below: Maintain accurate contract records and follow established CFLHD records maintenance processes. Process submittals from receipt through approval and return to the Construction Contractor. Process the Construction Contractor's Invoice (Progress Estimate) in accordance with established CFLHD processes. Qualifications Registered Professional Engineer; or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with either one below: Construction Management highway projects and 3-years on-site project administration  OR A minimum of 10 years’ experience as an on-site construction inspector with at least 1 year as a Project Engineer or Construction Manager. Proven experience administering and enforcing compliance with the terms of the contract within delegated authorities. Ability to manage construction team including the supervision of construction inspectors to monitor, document and advise the Government on contract status. Ability to: prepare contract modifications; develop independent cost estimates; review Construction Contractor progress payments for accuracy; obtain field measurements of construction materials and products; review and assist the CO in preparing contract dispute and claim responses; document project progress (including videography and photography); develop special reports; and review contract submittals including shop drawings for compliance with the contract. Demonstrated ability to analyze Construction Contractor critical path and bar chart schedules. Manage administrative duties and inspection duties and monitor the contract overall costs. Construction oversight of environmental mitigation for wetlands; threatened and endangered species; sensitive species; cultural and historical resources; hazardous materials; wild and scenic rivers wildlife and fisheries; noise; visual, water, and air quality; and interagency coordination of environmental concerns. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with context-sensitive design principles; safety and labor laws and requirements; value engineering proposals; quality control/quality assurance principles; traffic control; materials and construction methods. Demonstrated proficiency with the use of computer software programs including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and OneNote or EEBACS (Engineer Estimating, bidding, Award and Construction System by FHWA) Perform duties of Senior Inspector if needed. This job description is not intended to be exhaustive of all duties and responsibilities. Employees are accountable for all duties within the role of this job and may also perform additional responsibilities as needed. CEI is an equal opportunity employer. CEI complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job duties, please contact our HR Dept. Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Certification Required