Construction Manager
Job Location:
Deerfield Beach, FL - USA
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Job Summary
About Us:
Craig A. Smith & Associates LLC (CAS) is a well-established civil engineering and surveying firm with over 44 years of service across South Florida. We are committed to providing high-quality services to our clients while fostering a team-oriented professional work environment.
Department: Civil Engineering
Reports To: Project Manager/Lead Engineer
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Construction Observation Representative to join our team in South Florida. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that our civil engineering projects (which primarily consist of water sewer stormwater paving and grading) are constructed according to design specifications project plans schedules and quality standards. This position requires excellent observational communication and problem-solving skills with a strong background in civil engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Site Observation: Conduct daily site visits to monitor construction activities and ensure compliance with design plans specifications and applicable codes and regulations.
Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate records of site activities observations and progress including daily logs photographs and reports.
Quality Assurance: Verify that materials and workmanship meet project standards and specifications. Identify and report any deficiencies or non-compliance issues promptly.
Coordination: Collaborate with contractors subcontractors and project stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution. Facilitate communication and resolution of any on-site issues.
Inspection: Perform inspections of construction activities including grading drainage paving utility installation and structural elements to ensure conformance with project plans.
Safety Compliance: Monitor site safety practices and ensure adherence to company and regulatory safety standards. Address any unsafe conditions or practices immediately.
Change Management: Identify potential changes to project scope or design. Communicate these changes to the project manager and assist in evaluating their impact on the project.
Reporting: Prepare and submit daily weekly & monthly progress reports to the project manager highlighting any critical issues delays or deviations from the project schedule.
Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain positive relationships with clients contractors and other stakeholders. Address questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
Working Conditions:
Frequent site visits and outdoor work including exposure to various weather conditions.
Ability to walk climb and navigate construction sites safely.
Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.
Perferred Certifications
FDOT Construction OSHA Awareness Safety Training
o Barges Safety
o Concrete & Masonry Construction
o Confined Spaces
o Crane Safety
o Demolition of Structures
o Earth Moving Equipment & Motor Vehicles
o Electrical Safety
o Excavation & Trenching
o Fall Protection
o Hazardous Materials
o Hearing Protection
o Material Hoists Personnel Hoists & Elevators
o Personal Protective Equipment
o Recognition & Avoidance of Unsafe Conditions
o Scaffolding Safety
o Working Safely in Work Zones
FDOT Construction Qualifications
o Construction Math
o Construction Plan Reading
o Critical Structures Construction Issues
o Earthwork Inspection
o Pipe Placement Inspection
o Portland Cement Concrete Testing Placement & Control
o Subgrade & Base Inspection
o Utility Relocation Clearing and Grubbing Miscellaneous Concrete Structure Inspection
o Asphalt Paving Inspection
o Landscape Inspection Seminar
o Structure 1
o Asphalt Plant Inspection
o Auger Cast Pile Inspection
o Mechanically Stabilized Earth Wall Inspection
o Contract Plans Reading
o Construction Math
o Base Course Certification
o Troxler Certification
o Asphalt Courses
o Concrete (ACI)
o Bridge Structural Inspection
o Final Estimates
o MOT Signing & Markings
- FDEP Stormwater Erosion & Sedimentation Control
Qualifications:
High School Diploma - Required.
Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related field Preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in construction observation or construction management for civil engineering projects.
Strong understanding of construction methods materials and standards particularly in civil engineering.
Familiarity with local state and federal construction regulations and codes especially those applicable to South Florida.
Excellent observational analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in construction management software and tools.
Certification in construction inspection or quality control is a plus.
Valid drivers license and ability to travel to various project sites within South Florida.
Working Conditions:
Frequent site visits and outdoor work including exposure to various weather conditions.
Ability to walk climb and navigate construction sites safely.
Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.
Perferred Certifications
FDOT Construction OSHA Awareness Safety Training
o Barges Safety
o Concrete & Masonry Construction
o Confined Spaces
o Crane Safety
o Demolition of Structures
o Earth Moving Equipment & Motor Vehicles
o Electrical Safety
o Excavation & Trenching
o Fall Protection
o Hazardous Materials
o Hearing Protection
o Material Hoists Personnel Hoists & Elevators
o Personal Protective Equipment
o Recognition & Avoidance of Unsafe Conditions
o Scaffolding Safety
o Working Safely in Work Zones
FDOT Construction Qualifications
o Construction Math
o Construction Plan Reading
o Critical Structures Construction Issues
o Earthwork Inspection
o Pipe Placement Inspection
o Portland Cement Concrete Testing Placement & Control
o Subgrade & Base Inspection
o Utility Relocation Clearing and Grubbing Miscellaneous Concrete Structure Inspection
o Asphalt Paving Inspection
o Landscape Inspection Seminar
o Structure 1
o Asphalt Plant Inspection
o Auger Cast Pile Inspection
o Mechanically Stabilized Earth Wall Inspection
o Contract Plans Reading
o Construction Math
o Base Course Certification
o Troxler Certification
o Asphalt Courses
o Concrete (ACI)
o Bridge Structural Inspection
o Final Estimates
o MOT Signing & Markings
- FDEP Stormwater Erosion & Sedimentation Control
Required Skills:
Qualifications: High School Diploma - Required. Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management or a related field Preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in construction observation or construction management for civil engineering projects. Strong understanding of construction methods materials and standards particularly in civil engineering. Familiarity with local state and federal construction regulations and codes especially those applicable to South Florida. Excellent observational analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in construction management software and tools. Certification in construction inspection or quality control is a plus. Valid drivers license and ability to travel to various project sites within South Florida. Working Conditions: Frequent site visits and outdoor work including exposure to various weather conditions. Ability to walk climb and navigate construction sites safely. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines. Perferred Certifications FDOT Construction OSHA Awareness Safety Training o Barges Safety o Concrete & Masonry Construction o Confined Spaces o Crane Safety o Demolition of Structures o Earth Moving Equipment & Motor Vehicles o Electrical Safety o Excavation & Trenching o Fall Protection o Hazardous Materials o Hearing Protection o Material Hoists Personnel Hoists & Elevators o Personal Protective Equipment o Recognition & Avoidance of Unsafe Conditions o Scaffolding Safety o Working Safely in Work Zones FDOT Construction Qualifications o Construction Math o Construction Plan Reading o Critical Structures Construction Issues o Earthwork Inspection o Pipe Placement Inspection o Portland Cement Concrete Testing Placement & Control o Subgrade & Base Inspection o Utility Relocation Clearing and Grubbing Miscellaneous Concrete Structure Inspection o Asphalt Paving Inspection o Landscape Inspection Seminar o Structure 1 o Asphalt Plant Inspection o Auger Cast Pile Inspection o Mechanically Stabilized Earth Wall Inspection o Contract Plans Reading o Construction Math o Base Course Certification o Troxler Certification o Asphalt Courses o Concrete (ACI) o Bridge Structural Inspection o Final Estimates o MOT Signing & Markings FDEP Stormwater Erosion & Sedimentation Control
