Construction Surveillance Engineer

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Key West, FL, United States FutureSoftIT Full time
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CONSTRUCTION SURVEILLANCE ENGINEER (CSE) - Key West, FL

BACKGROUND ON THE POSITION:

The Construction Surveillance Engineer (CSE) will provide management support to the FEAD/ROICC for construction services such as construction inspection, quality assurance, monitoring safety and environmental compliance and contract administration.

KEYS FOR SUCCESS:

  • Bachelor's Degree in one of the following areas: a degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university; a degree in construction management from an ABET or ACCE accredited university; or a degree in architecture from a NAAB accredited university. The CSE may substitute the degree requirement with an additional five (5) years of experience beyond the next experience requirement.
  • A minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Construction Manager, Field Engineer, Project Engineer or Quality Control Manager on commercial/industrial type facilities, utility or waterfront related contracts valued in excess of $5 million.
  • 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.
  • 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.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • The ASC shall provide all labor, material, and equipment necessary for the CSE to complete the work described in the paragraphs below. In addition, the Government may request the ASC provide a CSE with discipline or project specific type experience (structural, electrical, mechanical or civil) in support of the oversight requirements of this project. The CSE with discipline or project specific type experience must have the qualifications listed in below QUALIFICATIONS section.
  • Coordinate requests from Construction Contractor and Client. Coordinate request from the construction Contractor for outage requests, excavation permits, burn permits, haul routes and
    other similar items. This will require liaison with the FEAD/ROICC and appropriate base personnel (Security, Public Works, Fire Department, etc.). The CSE shall track status of the various requests and anything pending after three (3) calendar days shall be investigated and a report made to the FEAD/ROICC. This service shall be provided continuously as required during the construction period for the construction contract.
  • Attend Meetings and Conferences. The CSE shall attend meetings and conferences. This task includes attending, taking notes, providing information to the FEAD/ROICC or the
    FEAD/ROICC's representative at the following meetings, conferences and briefings:
    • Preconstruction Conference. The CSE shall attend the preconstruction conference, which may occur at the beginning of each project. The location, date and time of the conference will be provided by the FEAD/ROICC by email normally about two weeks prior to the conference. The purpose of the conference is to present to the construction Contractor the administrative information necessary for execution of the construction contract, as well as to present a forum in which those personnel involved in the execution, construction management, and administration of the construction contract may meet one another, discuss relationships under the contract, and offer and receive clarification on points related to contract administration. The CSE shall assure attendance of those personnel who will perform on-site construction management of the construction contract. These personnel will be introduced and their functions explained to the construction Contractor. Procedures for review of various submittals and payment requests of the construction Contractor, including the function of the construction management Contractor in the review of these submittals will be explained. Written minutes of the conference shall be taken by the CSE and provided to the prime construction Contractor and other meeting attendees. The CSE shall keep the firm's notes on the proceeding of the conference insofar as they affect the firm's responsibilities under this contract.
    • Safety Meetings. The CSE shall attend safety meetings called by the FEAD/ROICC with the construction Contractor. At these meetings, the CSE shall be prepared to discuss any safety infractions committed by the construction Contractor, with information as to specific paragraphs of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety Manual violated by the construction Contractor, and to offer advice to the FEAD/ROICC on safety matters related to the construction contract. The frequency of these meetings is dependent on the risk exposure of the job and the performance of the construction Contractor.
    • Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Meetings. The CSE shall participate with the Government in CQC meetings with the construction Contractor. At the beginning of each project, there will be a QC Mutual Understanding meeting to discuss the construction Contractor's QC plan. The CSE shall plan on one CQC meeting per week per contract. The execution of the CQC plan by the construction contractor will be discussed at these meetings. The CSE shall be called on to provide assessments of the construction CQC performance.
    • Partnering Meetings. The CSE shall attend Partnering Meetings as they occur. To most effectively accomplish this contract, the Government requires the formation of a cohesive partnership within the Project Team whose members are from the FEAD/ROICC Government
      and contractor personnel), the Contractor and their Subcontractors. Key personnel from the Supported Command, the End User (who will occupy the facility), the Government Design and Construction team and Subject Matter Experts, the Installation, the Contractor and Subcontractors, and the Designer of Record will be invited to participate in the Partnering process. The Partnership will draw on the strength of each organization in an effort to achieve a project that is without any safety mishaps, conforms to the Contract, and stays within budget and on schedule.
    • Other Conferences and Meetings. The CSE shall attend other conferences called by the Government with the construction Contractor to discuss partnering, scheduling, potential claims, Red Zone, specific areas of work or problems during the progress of the construction contract. The CSE shall ensure the attendance at these conferences of those personnel directly involved in the area being discussed (specific problem or item) to offer to the Government information and advice on the subject being discussed as the management personnel for the Government
  • Provide Construction Briefings and Reports. The CSE shall conduct construction progress briefings once every week for the Government FEAD/ROICC Representative. At that time, the CSE shall brief Government personnel on the status of construction as determined by the construction management performed by CSE. In addition to general progress on each construction contract, significant events, problems, starts or completion shall be briefed. The CSE shall provide at this meeting three copies of a Construction Progress report detailing the highlights of the briefing. The report shall be as designated by the Government and may be in any logical format but will list the title and number of each construction contract; percent complete, both actual and scheduled, anticipated completion date, and a brief narrative of progress made during the period reported on as well as significant highlights to include quality, safety, environmental, schedule non-compliance, and pending government actions that may be holding up progress. The progress report for each contract assigned and submitted on the last Friday of the month shall include an estimate of anticipated Work-In-Place (WIP) for the remainder of the fiscal year. For each project that falls below its corresponding WIP projection for the month, the CSE shall provide an explanation for the difference in WIP. The CSE shall also provide informal construction management updates to the Government representatives.
  • Review of Submittals. When applicable the CSE shall provide review of submittals designated for "Government" approval. Review shall include reviewing and providing written comments and recommendations, for approval or disapproval, to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) within duration identified for each submittal by FEAD/ROICC
    Leadership). Provide construction schedule review/analysis and notes/comments/recommendations on the following:
    • ???????Progress Schedules and Network Diagrams. The CSE shall review progress charts and schedules for construction Contractors required under FAR clause 52.236-15 entitled "Schedules for Construction Contracts" of the Contract Clauses and Division One of the construction contract and normally are submitted in the form of detailed P6 Critical Path Method (CPM) Network Analysis Schedule.
    • Network Diagrams. The CSE shall check the CPM network analysis using the following checklist:
      a. Review and analyze the proposed Baseline Schedule, weekly 3-week look ahead schedules, monthly schedule updates, monthly Schedule Variance Control diagrams and associated reports.
      b. Ensure Contractor compliance with contract scheduling requirements and accepted
      scheduling practices; validate Contractor schedule default settings are consistent with contract requirements.
      c. Verify that the construction schedule accurately documents activity progress.
      d. Verify that the construction schedule accurately shows the current plan to complete the remaining work.
      e. Confirm that the Contractor is following the plan for construction shown on the construction schedule.
      f. Provide schedule review comments and recommendations for acceptance.
      g. Provide early warning when projects begin to slide off schedule.
      h. Identify schedule delay factors.
      i. Provide possible solutions for mitigating schedule impacts.
      j. Monitor resolution of scheduling issues by the Contractor.
      k. Attend project scheduling meetings with FEAD/ROICC staff and/or Contractor.
      l. Prepare and submit project schedule status reports monthly.
      m. Perform required analyses on schedule impact assessments and provide request for contract modification and equitable adjustment.
      n. Review the network for logic of dependencies, for logic of the critical path determined by the construction Contractor, and logic of durations, activity start and finish times and costs assigned to individual activities.
    • Schedule Submittal Requirements. When schedules are submitted by the construction Contractor, the CSE shall submit written comments within duration identified by FEAD/ROICC leadership. The CSE shall submit written comments in any appropriate format which presents the schedule, the problem with the schedule (if any), and the recommendation for improving the schedule.
    • Contractor's Safety Plan. The CSE shall review the safety plan submitted to the FEAD/ROICC by the construction Contractor. The plan shall be reviewed for compliance with the terms of the construction contract and comments provided to the FEAD/ROICC in the form of a draft email/letter from the FEAD/ROICC to the construction Contractor outlining any problems and providing recommendations to bring the plan into conformance. Provide review within duration identified by FEAD/ROICC Leadership.
    • CQC Plan. Where applicable, the CSE shall review the QC Plan submitted by the construction contractor for compliance with contract requirements. The CSE shall provide comments to the FEAD/ROICC recommending approval, or disapproval if the plan fails to meet contract requirements within duration identified by FEAD/ROICC Leadership,
  • Monitor construction work for project CQC compliance with the contract and Contractor submitted plans. The CSE shall monitor the construction work using as guides those documents listed in this scope of work under the paragraph entitled "Applicable Documents". The CSE shall assure that the quality control management performed by the construction Contractor is adequate to assure that construction is in compliance with contract documents. The CSE shall perform checks of the construction to assure adequacy of the construction Contractor's quality control program. When necessary to assure contract compliance, the CSE shall visit the construction site when the construction Contractor is working. If the construction Contractor has submitted a CPM Network schedule to the Government, then the CSE shall note on the Construction Representative's Report (CRR) the start and completion dates of each network activity as
    occurring. The Activity ID for each activity shall be listed as well as the start and completion dates. In addition to performing checks of the construction Contractor's quality control, the CSE
    shall monitor the construction Contractor's execution of the CQC plan to assure adequate performance under the requirements of the construction contract. This process of construction
    management and monitoring the construction, and execution of the CQC plan is referred to as "inspection/management". Problems, deficiencies, or inadequacies with the construction
    Contractor's construction, quality control, or execution of the CQC plan shall be noted by the CSE on the CRR as set forth below. Recommendations for correction of problems, deficiencies,
    and inadequacies shall be included in the CRR. Items of non-compliance which are not corrected by the construction Contractor shall be the subject of a Contract Construction Compliance Notice as set forth below.
  • Prepare Construction Representative's Reports (CRRs). The CSE shall prepare CRRs for each site visit. In general, the report shall include comments relating to the status of contractor
    efforts, the quality of these efforts as judged by the inspector, and any conversations, discussions, or other communications with the construction contractor. The CRR shall note at a minimum:
    project, date/time of site visit, and name of the CSE performing the site visit: rain/weather conditions; crew composition and size; results of CSET-conducted labor interviews; equipment
    on site; identification of any contractor or subcontractor H2-B visa workers on site; visits by regulators or dignitaries and brief summary of purpose and outcome; description of activities or
    work ongoing; identification of production, quality, safety, environmental, labor issues that have the potential to or are adversely impeding progress or work and the date of first occurrence if a recurring problem; recommendations of corrective actions for such issues. The CRR shall also
    include a review of the construction CQC or CPR submitted that day. A CRR need not be completed for those days that the CSE did not visit the site. CRRs shall be submitted to the FEAD/ROICC within 24 hours after the site visit.
  • Prepare Contract Construction Compliance Notices (CCCN). In cases where the CSE sees that workmanship, material and safety are not in compliance with the construction contract
    documents or non-compliance of ongoing work, a CCCN should be prepared for the designated signatures. Photographs shall be taken of any physical construction deficiency by the CSE and
    attached to the compliance notice. Upon Government approval of the CCCN, the CSE is to provide a copy to the designated Contractor representative. The CSE should maintain the status
    reports as necessary using the CRRs. A periodic status of all non-compliance notices shall be provided by the CSE as part of reviewing the Contractor's request for payment to preclude
    paying for work that does not meet requirements.
  • Report instances of non-compliance with safety requirements. The CSE is not responsible for the monitoring or enforcement of safety requirements. However, if the CSE observes an
    instance of non-compliance, the CSE shall prepare appropriate documentation including photographs and immediately report the non-compliance to the appropriate Government representative and the construction Contractor. In addition, the CSE shall draft, for the signature of the appropriate Government representative, a Contract Construction Compliance Notice for any items of non-compliance. For any operation which poses imminent danger to life or danger of serious disabling injury, that operation shall be halted immediately by the CSE. This is the only instance in which the CSE has any authority or responsibility to issue direction to the construction contractor. If any operation is so halted, the designated Government representative shall be notified immediately by the CSE and the circumstances shall be noted on the CRR and the Contract Construction Compliance Notice.
  • Monitor compliance with environmental protection requirements. The CSE shall monitor the compliance of the construction Contractor with the environmental protection requirements of
    this contract. Note noncompliance on the CRR. Serious incidents of imminent danger to the environment or endangered species shall be brought to the immediate attention of the appropriate
    Government representative by telephone.
  • Monitor, measurements, assurance surveying. The CSE shall monitor by witnessing the measurements and assurance surveying performed by the construction contractor. All problems,
    discrepancies, and recommendations shall be noted on the CRR.
  • Monitor materials testing. The CSE shall monitor all materials testing conducted by the construction Contractors and their testing laboratories. Review testing procedures and reports as
    received from the Contractor. Note problems and discrepancies on the CRR. Witness and record results of tests which require Government witnessing. For all other tests, which do not
    specifically require Government witness by terms of the construction contract, perform spot checking. Spot check by witnessing and recording results of some of those tests completed. Recommend to the Government acceptance or rejection of all testing.
  • Witness testing of waste, gas, water, electrical, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, fire protection, elevator, boiler and energy monitoring control systems as prescribed in BPMS B-1.6.7.1. The CSE shall note results and provide recommendations for acceptance or rejection of such systems on the CRR.
  • Review Daily Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Reports and Contractor Production Reports (CPRs). The CSE shall review these reports for completeness and accuracy. The CSE
    shall utilize his/her CRR or that prepared by the CSET or Government ET (for those days the CSE did not visit the site) to validate CQC and CPRs. Provide review/analysis and
    notes/comments/recommendations. In cases where the CQC reports or CPRs are reviewed and the CSE has a different account of events that day, such shall be noted in the CRR and under the Remarks and/or Exceptions block on the CQC or CPR to inform the designated Government representative. Continued problems or discrepancies which cannot be resolved shall be
    specifically pointed out in a timely manner, in writing, to the FEAD/ROICC in the weekly Construction Briefings and Reports (see C4.4.3). Also, the CSE shall ensure that all testing and
    results are documented on the CQC or projection report as appropriate, and will review for compliance with the construction CQC plan and the plans and specifications.
  • Monitor the up-dating of Submittal Status Logs. The CSE shall monitor by reviewing at the job-site office, the construction Contractor's updating of the Submittal Status Log. Discrepancies or problems shall be noted on the CRR or otherwise in the appropriate location on the CQC or CPR.
  • Review and Comment on Contractor's Requests for Payment.
  • The CSE shall work with the CSET and FEAD/ROICC personnel to complete, together with the construction Contractor's representative, the field pay estimate worksheet for the
    construction contract. The purpose of the field pay estimate is to compute the value of work for which the construction Contractor should be paid. The worksheet shall be forwarded immediately
    to the FEAD/ROICC representative. Review construction Contractor's invoice together with updates of Contractor's progress schedule, Schedule Variance Control Diagrams for logic, accuracy, and appropriateness. Make written notations to the FEAD/ROICC on monthly progress payments. The CSE shall provide comments within two (2) working days upon receipt of
    construction contractor's invoice. The CSE may be required to inspect or coordinate with the CSET to inspect material stored off-site for which the construction contractor requests payment.
  • Notify FEAD/ROICC Leadership of Disagreements or Discrepancies. The CSE shall bring to the attention of the designated Government representative, in writing, any disagreements with the construction Contractor relative to contract requirements and/or discrepancies found in the plans and specifications as well as provide recommended solutions.
  • Notify FEAD/ROICC Leadership of Major Problems. The CSE shall notify the designated Government representative of any major project problems requiring immediate resolution. This includes but is not limited to safety mishaps or accidents, damage to government property, unannounced site visits by regulatory agencies, or any event that results in the Contractor's stoppage of work. Provide written documentation as a follow up to any notification. If appropriate, a photograph shall be attached to the written follow-up. The written follow-up shall reference the photograph and shall contain an explanation of what the photograph shows.
  • Assist conducting pre-final inspections. For each activity that the CSE has management responsibility, participate in the pre-final activity inspection along with other members of the project team (Government and contractor representatives). From information gathered at that inspection, prepare a detailed punch list of all items that do not comply with the construction contract or items that have not been completed. The list shall be specific, shall cite the specification paragraph number or construction drawing number when applicable, shall show locations and shall provide a detailed narrative description of the discrepancy. The list shall
    reference the date of the inspection, and identify all who participated in the inspection. The list shall be submitted to the FEAD/ROICC within two (2) working days after the inspection.
  • Provide advice for modification negotiations. When requested by the Government, the CSE shall provide advice to the Government personnel preparing for modification negotiations. This may include preparation of estimates, review of Contractor's cost proposal, prepare negotiation strategy and if required, assist in negotiations. Verify and inform the Government as to current status, crew sizes, trades and productivity on similar work, actual conditions, areas impacted and potential delays. Follow up any oral advice with a written synopsis of advice given.
  • Maintain Working Files. NAVFAC's Electronic Construction and Facility Support Contract Management System (eCMS) shall be used to manage electronic submittals and documents. Refer to Uniform Facilities Guide Specification (UFGS) Section 01 31 23.13 20. The CSE shall become familiar with eCMS through training and resource documents and use the system as the primary construction management system. The contractor shall use data obtained from eCMS to construct a database. This database shall be capable of tracking information across an entire office like average RFI response time, total number of RFIs answered and unanswered, average submittal approval time, total number of approved and unapproved submittals, total number of production hours spent this week, this month etc. CSE shall maintain working files for all assigned construction projects of all reports, correspondence, etc., generated as result of this contract. These files shall be available to the FEAD/ROICC personnel at all times. Any correspondence, documents, reports, samples, photographs or material collected by the CSE during performance under this contract shall become the property of the Government, and may not be released to anyone outside the FEAD/ROICC organization without specific written authorization of the Government. Any and all requests for access to any such files or materials by any person, agencies, or organizations will be forwarded to the Government for determination. Information generated and/or collected by the Contractor in the performance of this contract (draft or official versions), in any media (i.e. electronic, paper, disc copy, etc.) is considered to be Government-owned and must be returned to the possession of the Government at the completion of this contract or at the direction of KO destroyed in a manner appropriate as
    required per DOD and Navy regulations. This shall include, but not be limited to any statements of work, data collected concerning facility/utility usage, data collected concerning consumption of materials and supplies, logs and records, maintenance records, inventories, databases, Standard
    Operating Procedures (SOPs) and drawings.
  • Cost Estimating Services. Whenever tasked by the Government, the CSE shall prepare an independent construction cost estimate for modifications to construction contracts. The CSE shall prepare all cost estimates for proposed changes as required by NAVFAC Business Process Management System (BPMS). These estimates shall be prepared in the same format prescribed by the FEAD/ROICC office in sufficient detail to allow item-by-item comparison with the construction Contractor's proposal. Estimates will be prepared on the Form NAVFAC 4330/43, which requires a detailed breakdown of materials, labor and equipment, mark-ups and profit. The profit amount will be computed by utilizing the weighted guidelines of DFARS 215.404-70 DD
    Form 1547 Record of Weighted Guidelines Method Application. Access to or disclosure of information concerning the cost estimate shall be closely held and shall be limited to personnel
    whose duties require knowledge of the estimate. Under no circumstances shall any cost data used to develop the estimate be discussed with any personnel of any construction Contractor.
    Estimates shall be labeled "For Official Use Only".
  • Narrative Assessment. The CSE shall prepare, for each modification cost estimate, a narrative assessment of the impact of the proposed change on the construction Contractor's operations. The narrative assessment shall be attached to the cost estimate. The heading of the assessment shall include the construction contract number and title and the (proposed change) number for which the assessment is being prepared. The assessment shall address the probable impact of the change on time to complete the job, extra resources which must be required by the construction Contractor, the availability of those resources, impact on current and planned operations, and any technical or supervisory expertise which may be required by the construction Contractor to perform the needed work. On the CPM Network, address by Activity ID number and description, which specific activities in the network will be affected by the change impact on the affected activity float and the impact on the critical path. The CSE shall also provide an opinion as to the latest date the Government can issue a Notice to Proceed (NTP) to the construction Contractor without incurring delays.
  • Analysis of Estimates Prepared by Others. The CSE may be required to prepare and submit to the FEAD/ROICC Leadership an independent analysis of the modification estimate prepared by others. The purpose of the analysis is to determine completeness of the estimate and to determine if the assumptions made in the preparation of the estimate reflect actual field conditions and operations. The CSE shall review the estimate for overall completeness and validity of assumptions regarding existing conditions and construction Contractor's method of accomplishing the change. The CSE shall provide the designated Government representative with a written evaluation of the results of the analysis along with any recommended revisions to the modification estimate.
  • Construction Photographic Services. The CSE shall take and provide to the Government complete progress, record, and other construction photographs as indicated below:
    • Report Progress Photographs. The CSE shall submit electronic copies of monthly progress photographs for activities managed by them. Progress photographs shall show three views of the activity and shall be taken monthly from consistent vantage points. The vantage points shall be selected so that a true sequence of photographs may be made and the progress of construction may be compared throughout the entire construction period from contract award until Government acceptance of the facility (Beneficial Occupancy). The first set of progress photographs shall show the construction activity area before the construction Contractor mobilizes on the site.
    • Completion Photographs. Completion photographs shall be submitted by the CSE on each completed construction activity managed when all construction work is complete and after all temporary structures have been removed and the debris cleared away. These photographs should be taken, whenever possible, from the same vantage points used to take the progress photographs.
    • Special Construction Operations Photographs. In additions to the progress and completion photographs described above, the CSE shall provide, in a separate file, significant construction operations (large concrete pours, placement of major equipment; i.e., transformers, switchgears, pumps, cranes) photographs of areas/issues that may result in a contractual dispute, and/or remedial action performed by the construction contractor to document that deficiencies were corrected.
    • Photographs are Property of Government. All photographs produced by the CSE under this contract, whether or not submitted against any of the requirements above, are property of the
      Government and shall be submitted to the FEAD/ROICC.
    • Camera Passes. The CSE shall have control of photography and is governed by regulations of the Installation Commanding Officer and tenant commands. Possession and use of cameras by the CSE on the base are subject to those regulations and the CSE is responsible for complying with those regulations. The CSE shall be responsible for obtaining necessary camera passes from the Base Security Office.
  • Record Drawing Services General Requirements. The CSE shall monitor and assure construction contractor field maintenance of "as-built" drawings.
  • Red-line Drawings. Red-line drawings are full size working blue line copies of construction plans marked in red by the construction Contractor as construction progresses to show additions, deletions, and changes to the construction plans; previously unknown underground utilities; or other corrections to field conditions indicated on the drawings.
  • As-built Drawings. As-built drawings are the final red-line drawings that incorporate the red lined changes. They show the final as-built condition of the facility constructed and are provided by the construction Contractor to the Government.
  • Monitor As-built Preparation. The CSE shall review preparation of as-built drawings by the construction Contractor and shall monitor the construction Contractor's posting of changes to the as-built drawings as they occur. The CSE is responsible for assuring the accuracy of the as-built drawings prepared by the construction Contractor and is required to notify the FEAD/ROICC if the as-built drawings maintained by the construction Contractor are inaccurate or are not being updated.
  • Special Verify As-built Drawings. At the completion of each construction phase or significant activity for which this service is provided, the CSE shall field check the as-built conditions indicated on as-built drawings provided by the construction Contractor. The CSE shall indicate by note, signature and date that each sheet of the as-built drawings has been checked and
    is accurate. The CSE shall use not only the as-built drawings maintained by the construction Contractor but also observations during construction management to verify changes made from
    original contract plans.
  • Constructability Review Services. The CSE shall perform spot checks for completeness and accuracy of the construction plans and specifications and to determine the constructability of the facility at the beginning and duration of each Phase of Construction. Such items as the types of materials used, the known or potential interferences to construction, site considerations, etc. are reviewed to determine whether the facility is readily constructible as designed.
  • The purpose of performing the constructability are as follows:
    a. To perform a quality check for the Government to determine the completeness of the product delivered by the design Architect/Engineer.
    b. To eliminate modifications to construction contracts which are caused by conflicts, ambiguities, inaccuracies, omissions, and deficiencies in and between the construction plans and specifications.
    c. To eliminate construction contract requirement which are impossible or impracticable to build as well as to maximize the constructability as a feasible and readily obtainable objective in the geographic region where the construction is to be performed,
    recognizing the suitability of materials, availability and capability of the labor forces, and standards of practice of the construction industry in the region.
  • Constructability Review Requirements are as follows:
    • ???????Checklist. The Government may provide to the CSE a copy of review checklist as a reference for reviewing plans and specifications. The CSE shall develop its own check list to use for checking construction plans and specifications, and add any procedures thought beneficial. The check list developed by the CSE shall take into account the type of construction envisioned by the plans and specifications to be checked, as well as the CSE own inherent organization.
    • Constructability Review. The CSE shall review the design plans and specifications to determine the constructability of the facility as detailed in the drawings and specifications. In performing this review, consideration shall be given, but not limited to the following:
      a. Accurate depictions of site conditions such as access, utilities, general configuration and conformance with approved master plan.
      b. Adaptation of designed structures and features to site conditions and constraints.
      c. Adequacy of working and storage space and access to the site for all Contractors and Government operations as well as provisions for coordination to preclude on-site
      operational conflicts during construction.
      d. Assurances that contract requirement include provisions for environmental protection
      safeguards with respect to dust control, erosion, salvage and disposal of waste.
      e. Appropriateness of contract duration; consideration of the need for a CPM Network
      Analysis System and relationship to other work planned or underway.
      f. Requirements for Contractor Quality Control, adequate submittal requirements and clear
      responsibility for all submittals approval and testing.
      g. Clearly defined procedures for scheduling outages and the feasibility of utility
      interruptions.
      h. Requirements for Government furnished materials and equipment, service/utility connections, equipment phasing and long lead requirements.
      i. Availability of materials and labor skills and review of special materials and structural systems available in the area.
      j. Assurance that the work can be constructed using methods, materials and equipment common to the construction industry.
      k. Provisions for safe and efficient operation of installed equipment.
      l. Requirements for operating and maintenance documentation and training.
    • Constructability Review Comments. The CSE shall, subsequent to the constructability review, prepare recommendations to the FEAD/ROICC in narrative report format outlining constructability problems within the deadlines established for each review.
  • Monitor compliance with environmental protection requirements. Review contractor submitted Environmental Protection Plan submittals, including, but not limited to, the EPA Notice of Intent (NOI) and Notice of Termination (NOT) forms for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Construction Permit and Site-Specific Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and all updates to the Site-Specific SWPPP and site-specific Best Management Practices (BMP) drawings in accordance with the Comprehensive, Regional
    Construction SWPPP. Prepare the EPA NOI and NOT for Government review and submission. Verify approved plan provisions are incorporated and maintained by the contractor. Incidents of potential threats to the environment (i.e. air quality, water quality, contamination/pollutants/solid/hazardous waste), cultural resources, or natural resources/endangered species/biosecurity issues shall be brought to the immediate attention of the appropriate Government representative, followed by a written narrative of the notification within two (2) work days.
  • Coordinate with Government representative and key players on required inspections and the coordination meetings such as the NAVFAC Red Zone meeting (coordination meeting typically held at 75% project completion).
  • Requests for Information (RFI) management. The CSE shall review and provide the FEAD/ROICC with recommended response to construction contractor's RFIs. The CSE cannot
    commit for the Government. Any RFI that may result in a commitment by the Government shall be forwarded to the FEAD/ROICC with a recommended solution.
  • Provide review, comments and recommendations for the interim and final DD 1354 documentation.
  • Complete the closeout checklist in accordance with the NAVFAC BPMS.
  • Review contractor's GIS database for As-Builts to ensure contract compliance with contract GIS requirements (i.e., underground utilities, etc.).
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
  • The CSE shall have the following qualifications, and possess the
    skills and abilities listed below:
    a. Shall possess a Bachelor's Degree in one of the following areas: a degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university; a degree in construction management from an
    ABET or ACCE accredited university; or a degree in architecture from a NAAB accredited university. The CSE may substitute the degree requirement with an additional five (5) years of experience beyond the next experience requirement.
    b. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Construction Manager, Field Engineer, Project Engineer or Quality Control Manager on commercial/industrial type facilities, utility or waterfront related contracts valued in excess of $5 million.
    c. Construction technical competencies and qualifications to verify that a specific level of workmanship was obtained.
    d. 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.
    e. Proficiency in computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Adobe Acrobat Professional; and RS Means/CostWorks.
    f. Average agility and dexterity. CSE 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.
    g. Ability to communicate effectively, concisely and authoritatively in English both orally and in writing. Experience in preparing correspondence, written reports, and in briefing management personnel.
    h. Experience in developing and maintaining complex, long term, multi-year program construction management activities including submittal and Request for Information (RFI) processing.
    i. Experience and familiarity with Federal building design criteria and construction guide specifications.
    j. Knowledge of construction practices and techniques, e.g., proper applications of construction materials and methods of installation.
    k. Ability to accurately calculate construction costs for changes, price the value of needed work, and provide recommendations for equitable adjustments.
    l. Ability to monitor the 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 advise in writing the appropriate Government personnel as to the acceptability of such submissions.
    m. Ability to identify critical and long lead-time materials and recommend procurement strategies to prevent negative impact on quality, cost, and schedule.
    n. Completed the 30 Hour OSHA Construction Training within the past 2 years.
    o. 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.
    p. U.S. Citizen.
    q. A valid driver's license.

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