Airfield Concrete Specialist

SUMMARY

Airfield Concrete Specialist: Serve as a quality assurance specialist supporting the US Army Corps of Engineers during the design and construction phases of airfield runway projects at Ellsworth AFB, Rapid City, South Dakota. The design review phase will be part-time and will take place during the winter of 2024, and construction phase will be full-time at the site from March through November 2025. All airfield subgrade work and concrete placements will be attended and witnessed in their entirety to ensure proper materials, techniques, and methods are employed by the construction contractor. The Airfield Concrete Specialist should have thorough experience and knowledge of earthwork and placing airfield pavement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position, and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

* Working under the Resident Engineer, independently perform tasks required to ensure strict adherence to specifications, drawings, and all contract documents on assigned airfield runway project(s).
* Work closely with supervisors on resolving technical issues affecting assigned projects.

* Attend and participate in coordination meetings with Project Managers, customers, and contractors to address and resolve outstanding problems, safety concerns, or potential delays which could negatively impact the project.
* Review Government contract plans and specifications to comprehend construction requirements and design criteria.
* Review contractor-submitted plans and technical submittals including progress schedules, safety, and quality control plans, certifications, and shop drawings for contract compliance.
* Work closely with and support Quality Assurance Representatives (QARs) who may be assigned to airfield projects.

* Recognize proper and improper materials, methods, and testing associated with airfield construction and take appropriate action when non-compliance with contract requirements is encountered.
* Provide solutions and problem-solving skills if issues occur during construction.
* Request QA testing & inspections when required.
* Provide feedback to supervisors on contractor submittals, proposals, RFIs, and schedules.
* Document all findings and observations as required by the Resident Engineer.
* Review safety procedures and processes with team members onsite and enforce contract safety requirements including USACE Safety Manual EM385-1-1.

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