Construction Engineer (welding

Senior Construction Manager (Engineer)

Company: LRS Federal

Project:
Civil Works Mega Project (~$400M Value)

Position Type:
Full-Time

Position Overview

LRS Federal is seeking a highly experienced Senior Construction Representative to provide comprehensive field construction inspection and quality assurance services for the high-profile Federal Civil Works Project. Managing a contract value of approximately $400 Million, the ideal candidate will serve as a key technical expert, ensuring the construction contractor's work aligns with standards, safety regulations, and strict contract specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Inspections:
  Independently inspect complex heavy civil construction activities, materials, layout, elevations, and workmanship to ensure absolute compliance with contract plans and specifications.
• USACE 3-Phase Quality Control:
  Perform daily quality assurance surveillance to ensure the contractor strictly adheres to the USACE 3-phase quality control system; attend preparatory and initial inspections.
• Reporting & Documentation:
  Utilize the USACE Resident Management System (RMS) to input daily Quality Assurance Reports (QARs) within 24 hours of inspection, highlighting any deficiencies.

Project Administration & Support

• Meetings &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Attend technical reviews, progress meetings, and safety briefings. Partner with the Contractor representative to correct deficiencies and advise on alternative construction methods.
• Document Review:
  Review complex submittals, contractor payrolls for labor standard compliance, and ongoing daily quality control reports.
• As-Built Management:
  Conduct monthly reviews of the contractor's as-built drawings to verify accuracy and maintain an updated master set of contract documents and modifications.

Qualification Requirements

Experience & Technical Skills

• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of 15 years of experience in the construction industry, with specialized experience in heavy civil construction - strong preference for prior experience with Dams or Locks.
• Inspection Expertise:
  Proven track record in field inspections, interpretation of complex plans/specifications, and reviewing contractor daily quality control reports.
• Safety & Regulations:
  Deep familiarity with EM 385-1-1 (USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual) and 29 CFR 1926 OSHA Construction Industry Regulations.
• Concrete Operations:
  Relevant experience and certifications regarding concrete construction operations are highly preferred.

Education & Certifications

• OSHA 30 Certification.

Schedule Requirements

• preferably in welding, machining, and/or industrial construction settings