Construction Surveillance Engineer Technician

Construction Surveillance Engineer Technician

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.

• Coordinate requests from construction contractor for outage requests, excavation permits, burn permits, haul routes, and other items; liaise with base personnel. Track status and report delays after five calendar days.
• Coordinate field activities with construction contractor, Navy clients, activity managers, maintenance and utility servers, Federal Fire departments, and Security Police to ensure seamless coordination.
• Attend Safety Meetings, Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Meetings, Partnering Meetings, and other conferences as needed.
• Develop Quality Assurance Plans in collaboration with FEAD/ROICC and other personnel.
• Prepare Construction Representative’s Reports (CRRs).

• Monitor construction work for project CQC compliance with contract documents.
• Report instances of non‑compliance with safety requirements.
• Monitor compliance with environmental protection requirements.
• Review Daily Contractor Quality Control (CQC) and Contractor Production Reports.
• Monitor the updating of Submittal Register and maintain working files.
• Technical review of submittals.
• Construction photographic services.
• Use NAVFAC’s Electronic Construction and Facility Support Contract Management System (eCMS) for managing electronic submittals and documents.

• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Quality Control Manager or Superintendent on NAVFAC or USACE projects, OR a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a Foreman in one or more of the following trades: carpentry, electrical, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, or concrete on commercial/industrial/military projects valued over $5 million (residential does not qualify).
• Minimum five (5) years of experience 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 equivalent course.
• Experience in inspecting materials, workmanship, and construction/installation of various systems.
• Knowledge of safety practices, including USACE (EM‑385‑1‑1) and OSHA requirements.
• Completed 30‑Hour OSHA Construction Training within the past two years.
• Hold a valid USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors Training certificate (maintain valid 5‑year certificate) or obtain within 60 days of onboarding.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Inside and outside environmental conditions, noise sufficient to cause worker to shout.
• Physical conditions:
  
  proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electric current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or chemicals.
• Atmospheric conditions: fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases, or poor ventilation.
• Visual acuity requirements for computer terminal and extensive reading.

Excellent salary and benefits package to include paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive health plan (medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term disability insurance), and 401(k) plan with employer match.

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