Senior Construction Services Specialist

About the Role

AE2S is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Services Specialist to provide construction observation, construction inspection, and field oversight on a large-scale water infrastructure project near Carrington, ND. Unlike many construction positions that are seasonal, this opportunity offers the stability of year-round employment with no winter layoffs and is expected to continue for three years or longer. This role is ideal for a construction professional with experience in site grading, earthwork, utility installation, pipelines, water infrastructure, vertical construction, and public works projects who wants to make a lasting impact on a project that will serve North Dakota for generations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform onsite construction observation, construction inspection, and documentation for large-scale water infrastructure, heavy civil, utility, and vertical construction projects.
• Monitor contractor activities and workmanship to verify compliance with project plans, specifications, contract requirements, and quality standards.
• Serve as the primary field representative between the Owner, Engineer, and Contractor, facilitating clear communication and issue resolution.
• Review and document construction progress, field reports, RFIs, pay applications, testing results, and project records.
• Participate in construction meetings and coordinate with project teams regarding schedules, materials, quantity tracking, change orders, and field activities.
• Identify construction challenges early and proactively develop solutions to minimize schedule impacts, cost overruns, and safety concerns.
• Provide leadership and direction to AE2S construction observation staff while ensuring consistency in project documentation and quality control.
• Support project managers in monitoring budgets, tracking progress, reviewing project schedules, and delivering successful project outcomes.
• Mentor junior construction services staff and contribute to the continuous improvement of construction management and observation practices.

Basic Qualifications

• 12 years of progressive construction experience, with demonstrated leadership on large or complex projects
• Extensive experience in mass grading, heavy civil construction, and vertical/facility construction
• Broad knowledge of principles of engineering as it relates to the construction of complex projects
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, field coordination, and multidisciplinary project delivery
• Ability to foresee potential issues and take decisive action to prevent problems
• Strong oral and written communication
• Leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as a senior technical resource
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management or related field
• Knowledge of project management software (e-Builder, Procore, ProjectSight) and Microsoft 365

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk up to 10 miles on uneven terrain
• May require lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 75 pounds
• Perform physical activities requiring extensive use of arms, legs, and full body movement including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials
• Drive and navigate vehicles or mechanized equipment including all-terrain vehicles or watercraft
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify causes of errors or defects
• Use hands and arms to handle, install, position, and manipulate or move materials
• Service, repair, calibrate, regulate, fine-tune, or test machines, devices, or equipment operating on electrical or electronic principles
• May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including flame-resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
• Will require travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town

Benefits

• 100-percent paid Family Health Insurance
• 100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program

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