CEI Contract Support Specialist (Architecture)

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Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

TranSystems is hiring for a CEI Contract Support Specialist. This person will do Inspection and documentation of work performed by construction contractors to verify conformance or non-conformance with related contract documents, plans and specifications.  Responsible for performing technical assignments in field surveying and construction layout, making, and checking engineering computations, inspecting construction work, and conducting field tests in all phases of construction by assisting the Senior Inspectors.

 

General Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Ability to:  Communicate effectively in English (verbally and in writing).
• Responsible for: Exercising independent judgment in planning work details and making technical decisions related to the office aspects of the project.
• Responsible for:  Familiarity with the Department's Procedures covering the project related duties as stated above and proficient in the computer programs necessary to perform those duties.
• Ability to:  Become proficient in Trimble Business Center – Heavy Construction Edition (HCE) or approved surface to surface comparison software and Engineering Menu.
  • Proficiency is the knowledge and expertise to:
    • Understand which surfaces are needed from the designer
    • Understand the survey data from the field
    • Prepare the survey data as needed for use in the software
    • Generate accurate earthwork quantities from the software

• Assists the Project Administrator in office related duties (i.e., CQR, progress, and final estimates, EEO compliance, Processing Construction Contract changes, etc.) Project specific.
• Work under the general supervision of the Senior Project Engineer and staff.
• Work closely with the contractor to resolve any issues in the field or elevate issue to the Senior Inspectors.
• Measure and test work performed by the construction contractor for compliance or non-compliance with contract documents, plans and specifications.
• Documentation of construction materials received and verified.

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• High school graduate or equivalent plus three (3) years of secretarial and/or clerical experience including four (4) years of CEI experience in construction office management having performed project related duties (i.e., Materials Acceptance and Certification (MAC) System input, progress and final estimates, LIMS, progress and final estimates, EEO compliance, processing Construction Contract changes, etc.).
• CTQP Final Estimates Level II
• No prior experience required with Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management degrees.
• Experienced in the use of standard word processing software.
• Should exercise independent initiative to help relieve the supervisor of clerical detail.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.
• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

Featured Benefits: 

• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.
• 401(k) company match
• Vacation accrual separate from sick time.
• Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.
• Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.

TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

 

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

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