Job Details

Seeking a U.S. Veteran, Guardsman, Reservist, and/or Military Spouse for a Construction Administrator (CM-CA) to provide Construction Management Services supporting infrastructure upgrades across Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

The Construction Administrator (CM-CA) will have responsibilities that include but are not limited to the administration of construction, design/build, engineering, and facilities management for complex-construction projects. Services will include, but not limited to, pre-design phase services, design phase services, procurement phase services, construction services, claims services, administration services, and technical specialty services.

Pay Range: $73 - $88k year

Benefits: Full-time with benefits

Travel Required: As Needed

Clearance/Trust Level Required: Public Trust - Level 1

Relocation Assistance Provided

Essential Duties and Accountabilities

• Have a degree in Mechanical Engineering with Specialization in HVAC and/or Plumping from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Have minimum of six (6) years of experience in both design and construction.
• Quickly understand and master the requirements of the local state and federal jurisdictions and the requirements of each in relation to this Project.
• Possess Communication, Language, and Software Skills with the ability to utilize a variety of software programs to monitor, update, and produce work products by applying knowledge of computer literacy
• Plumbing expertise, particularly in designing and maintaining high-purity water systems like RO (Reverse Osmosis) water piping systems.
• HVAC/R knowledge, especially related to maintaining sterile environments and controlling humidity levels.
• Mechanical systems proficiency, including the ability to troubleshoot and repair issues to ensure system reliability.
• Understanding of water treatment processes and microbial control to address high bacteria level test reports.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and regulations, particularly those related to healthcare facilities and laboratory environments.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and system optimization to minimize bacterial growth.
• Familiarity with clean room design and maintenance principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address complex issues like persistent bacterial contamination.
• Project management abilities to oversee renovation projects inception to close-out
• Provide critical review of design drawings; Provide recommendations / problem-solving skillset.
• Understanding of energy efficiency and sustainability practices in water system design.
• Expertise in water quality testing and analysis to interpret high bacteria level test reports.
• Knowledge of sterilization and disinfection techniques for water systems.
• Familiarity with instrumentation and control systems for monitoring water quality and system performance.

Requirements

• U.S. Veteran, Guardsman, Reservist, and/or Military Spouse strongly encouraged
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be eligible and able to pass a federal background check, as well as complete the necessary processes to receive a VA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) badge.
• Must provide a minimum of three (3) projects of the scale and difficulty of this project and scope of work in which he/she held a similar position.
• A degree from an accredited institution of higher learning and/or evidence of work experience or knowledge to compensate for absence of higher education.
• A minimum of three (3) years of construction work experience may be substituted and will be reviewed for acceptability.
• Must possess a working knowledge of construction practices and call upon this knowledge to assist in implementing the various plans set forth on the project including Quality Assurance; Safety, Time, Cost, Change and Information Management.
• Must be familiar with the site operations of a General and Sub-contractor and the process of managing a building construction operation.
• Must have working experience in monitoring the construction for Quality Assurance.
• Must have experience in preparing, analyzing and identifying incongruities and deficiencies in the contractors' work in relationship with the construction documents.
• Must understand the baseline schedule and assist in determining the value of the acceptable work in place.
• Work experience and completed projects shall be identified in the credentials of the individual to show competency to undertake a rigorous program in construction in all identified task order scope of work required solicitation.
• Must possess communication, language, and software Skills with the ability to utilize a variety of software programs to monitor, update, and produce work products and compile data and records by applying both knowledge of the construction industry.

Easterseals DC MD VA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.