Project Controls Engineer, Department of State (Worldwide)

Overview

GPTech is a global energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a future for all. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future. Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure. Providing comprehensive services from project inception to completion and post-completion, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve lasting impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement.

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GPTech is seeking a Project Controls Engineer to support the Department of State (DOS) Engineering Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The objective of these contracts is to obtain the full range of engineering and administrative expertise necessary to assist and support the DOS Office of Construction Management (CM) build and renovate diplomatic facilities abroad. The Project Controls Engineer will work closely with the Project Director (PD) of the DOS Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) in all contract administration matters. This position will be located in the given task order location.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of construction project controls tasks, including report drafting and production, cost management, schedule management, change order management, submittal management, and commercial construction operations.
• Negotiate modifications and / or claims, interpret contract requirements, e.g. payment provisions, general conditions, and Division I of the specifications.
• Manage the operations of the OBO local office as related to the construction contract’s cost and schedule. Prepare reports and other control documentation.
• Develop a working knowledge of all administrative requirements of the construction contract and required contract deliverables.
• Assure satisfactory and timely performance of all aspects of project controls. Provide control of the contractor’s submittals and as-built drawings.
• Review contractor’s monthly application for payment and advise PD and / or Contracting Officer Representative (COR) of findings.
• Review and evaluate requests for contract modifications with respect to their need and whether they are already a part of existing contract requirements.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist in the preparation of independent government estimates.
• Negotiate modifications and / or claims, interpret contract requirements, e.g., payment provisions, general conditions, and Division I of the specifications.
• Participate in meetings and conferences and prepare meeting minutes.
• Maintain the daily construction log, organize daily inspection reports, track OBO equipment and project records.
• Assist and mentor administrative staff.
• Coordinate and cooperate with the PD / COR and other members of the PD’s staff.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the PD / COR.

Qualifications

Important notes

Thank you for applying and for your interest in GP Tech. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and / or customer approval.

The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.

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