ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Engineering Technician

BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Engineering Technician to join our team, supporting BB&E's A&AS contract, assisting NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic, supporting facilities design and construction projects on-site at Philadelphia Public Works, PA. The part-time schedule will be 2/3 days weekly.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance
  • Provide overall coordination of the construction quality management program for assigned projects
  • In conjunction with the Construction Manager (CM), review and provide recommendations toward approval of contractor quality control (QC) plan
  • Attend selective quality control, preparatory and initial meetings, and monitor three-phase checklists for accuracy and thoroughness
  • Provide relevant remarks on Government Quality Assurance (QA) reports (or in identified section of Contractor's QC reports), particularly on critical, definable features of work included
  • Take/file/distribute progress photos Validate quantity, condition, and approval of materials on site prior to Government issuing invoice payments
  • Coordinate support to review and witness successful testing and commissioning/certification of critical systems (i.e., mechanical - HVAC/TABS/DALTS/DDC, electrical -pad mounted transformers/high-voltage Systems/Switchgear/Automatic Transfer Switches/Frequency Converters, fire and life safety/fire protection systems, roofing systems, and underwater structures) Assure quality workmanship in accordance with specifications and industry standards on concrete/masonry/stucco/building, envelope/structural steel/bolting/welding and other building materials/structural systems, as required
  • Attend/witness selected tests and review all applicable test reports and results
  • Keep the Government sponsor advised as to the status of projects under his/her administrative and technical control, but the responsibility to plan and carry out the assignment is accomplished independently
• Safety Management
  • In conjunction with the CM, perform cursory review of Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and ensure via the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) that these are discussed by the construction contractor and their respective subcontractors prior to beginning each work activity or when a new work crew is to perform the work in accordance with the three phases of QC
  • In conjunction with the CM, review and provide recommendations towards acceptance of Crane Critical Lift Plans, along with crane operation qualifications and certificate of compliance Incumbent must be familiar with crane safety requirements and NAVFAC P-307 (Management of Weight Handling equipment); observe critical lifts
  • Ensure construction contractors conduct monthly site safety self-evaluations and submitting the information with the pay vouchers/invoices; perform worksite safety assessments, as needed
  • Take appropriate, timely action to ensure construction contractor compliance with safety and health requirements, including leading safety stand-downs, as required, and recommending dismissal of key construction contractor staff from the project due to non-performance or recurring violations
  • Ensure reporting of contractor significant incidences/near misses with a focus that corrective actions have been taken
  • Perform cursory review/QA of Contractor's Significant Incidence Reports (CSIRs) and OSHA Form 300 (Contractor's Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses)
  • Provide additional support (as needed) in mishap investigations where property damage is >$500,000, injury and/or occupation injury results in fatality or permanent partial/total disability, or three or more personnel are hospitalized for inpatient care because of a single mishap

• Technical Support
  • Support extensive contact with key construction contractor representatives to promote an atmosphere of partnering and cooperation and to quickly resolve problems and maintain construction schedule
  • Coordinate temporary utility and communication hook-ups for contractor; coordinate utility outages and road closures
  • Coordinate lay-down area and storage areas, as required
  • Coordinate excavation, hot work, burn and other construction-related permits, as required, subject to local restrictions
  • Provide support as a point of contact for Supported Command interface/coordination in the field
  • Support collateral equipment installation and phone/data/communication connections
  • Assist with investigation of potential latent defects
  • Assist with coordination of the installation of cylinders/cores, keying system, and turnover of keys to owner/occupant and coordination of the facility system training for owner/occupants/PW shops personnel
  • Review pre-final contract drawings and specifications (particularly Division 01 administrative requirements) and technical RFPs, respectively
  • Perform on-site visits to review constructability and compatibility with actual field conditions
  • During design development and constructability review, provide technical knowledge of local conditions, including availability of construction materials and skilled labor
  • For problems found, make recommendations for designer consideration
  • Actively participate in partnering sessions, depending on the nature and scope of the construction contract
  • Facilitate effective relationships and processes between contractors, Supported Command, and government team members
  • Support the review of all Government-approved technical and administrative submittals, including, but not limited to, the schedule of prices, the contractor's baseline critical path schedule, accident prevention plan, activity hazard analyses, safety and health plan, QC plan, test plans/reports, performance verification tests of major systems, etc.
  • Investigate engineering problems that may arise on construction contracts, such as unforeseen conditions, contractor requests for information (RFIs), and dimension conflicts; make recommendations to the NAVFAC CM
  • Support preliminary scheduling meetings and review 3-week look-head schedules (as applicable)
  • Review updates of the baseline schedule with the CM to determine if contractor is ahead, on or behind
  • Review the critical activities to ensure the work on the construction contract remains focused on completion in the most reasonable time
  • As necessary (particularly when a contractor is falling behind schedule), participate in the bi-weekly look ahead meetings with the construction contractor to review project scheduling problems or concerns
  • Review and annotate, as required, contractor daily reports
  • Assure environmental compliance by contractor and coordinate EPA jobsite visits, as required
  • Review and verify the accuracy of as-built drawings in support of invoice payments
  • When applicable, coordinate with NAVFAC CM and issue non-compliance notice to the contractor
  • Arrange and coordinate pre-final and final acceptance inspections and tracking completion of punch list items
  • Support the closeout process, including delivery of as-built drawings, warranties, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals, and spare parts turnover

Key Qualifications

• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a NACI/CAC is required
• Certification: Must hold a certificate in US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors Training (maintain valid 5-year certificate) or obtain certification within 60 days of onboarding
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Software: Proficiency using MS Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously

Experience & Education

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of verified experience as a QC Manager working for General Contractors on NAVFAC or USACE projects OR 10 years of verified foreman experience in one or more of following trades: Concrete, Mechanical, Electrical, Masonry, or Carpentry on commercial/industrial/military projects is required; residential experience does not qualify
• Education: A minimum of a High School diploma is required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk/climb/kneel/crouch and remain in a stationary position/sit at least 60% of the time
• Ability to operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms
• Capable of lifting up to 10 lbs
• Ability to see details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Ability to understand the speech of another person, speak clearly so listeners can understand, and talk or hear both in person and by telephone

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation packages
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan - BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Financial wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees

*BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran