BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.
Position Summary
The Construction Manager provides on-site construction management and contract-administration support for complex Navy and Department of Defense facility projects. The role monitors cost, schedule, quality, safety, and scope throughout planning, construction, and closeout. This is a full-time, primarily on-site position located in Vicenza, Italy; Sigonella, Sicily, Italy; Rota, Spain; or Souda Bay, Greece.
Employment Arrangement: Depending on the selected candidate’s location, work authorization, and the requirements of the assignment, the engagement may be structured either through a third-party employer of record or as an independent contractor/freelancer. The final arrangement will be confirmed with the selected candidate and will be subject to client approval and applicable local laws.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitor contractor performance, project schedules, cost, quality, safety, and compliance with contract requirements
- Review quality control plans, accident prevention plans, submittals, requests for information, schedules, invoices, and construction documentation
- Conduct site investigations, constructability reviews, preconstruction meetings, progress meetings, and partnering sessions
- Evaluate technical issues, modifications, change requests, claims, disputes, scopes of work, and independent government estimates
- Coordinate with government personnel, designers, contractors, facility users, and installation stakeholders
- Verify progress, as-built drawings, operations and maintenance information, training, testing, commissioning, punch-list completion, and final acceptance
- Maintain complete project records and prepare quality assurance and status reports
Requirements
Key Qualifications
- Legal Work Authorization: Must already have the legal right to work in the country of the assigned duty station; U.S. visa or SOFA-status sponsorship is not available
- Demonstrated knowledge of multidisciplinary vertical and horizontal construction, contract drawings and specifications, quality control, safety, cost control, and schedule analysis
- Proficiency with critical-path scheduling tools such as Primavera and Microsoft Office
- Professional English proficiency; CEFR B2 or higher is required, with C1 preferred
- Knowledge of EM 385-1-1, applicable occupational safety standards, and host-nation construction requirements
- Current Construction Quality Management certification or ability to complete the required CQM training within 90 days of assignment
- Ability to complete the required 40-hour EM 385-1-1 safety course within 90 days of assignment if not already current
- PE, RA, CCM, PMP, or CFM credential
- Previous NAVFAC or other U.S. federal construction experience
- Employment Arrangement: Employment, payroll, tax withholding, social-insurance contributions, and locally required benefits will be administered through a third-party employer of record
Experience & Education
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, construction science, or building construction; an EIT/FE credential, registered architect license, or recognized foreign professional engineering/architecture license may satisfy the professional requirement in place of the specified degree.
- At least five years of experience as a construction engineer/manager, project manager, project controls manager, superintendent, or contracting officer’s representative on Navy, DoD, host-nation, or comparably complex government construction programs.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment may vary based on the position, assigned duties, and work location. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Remain in a stationary position for extended periods
- Use computers, telephones, and other office equipment
- Move throughout offices, facilities, and project sites
- Reach, grasp, handle equipment, and operate controls
- Communicate effectively and review documents, equipment, and site conditions
- Lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds when required by the assignment
- Stand or walk for extended periods and occasionally climb, kneel, or crouch
- Navigate uneven or rough terrain when required
- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Occasionally enter confined spaces or work at heights when required
- Wear required personal protective equipment
- Work in environments that may include noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, construction activity, or other site specific conditions
Limitations and Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature and level of work associated with the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Employees may be assigned other job related duties consistent with applicable law.
The duties and requirements described above are representative of those that may be necessary to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
• Competitive compensation based on qualifications, experience, duty station, and local market requirements.
• Locally compliant payroll, tax withholding, and social-insurance administration through a third-party employer of record.
• Statutory leave and benefits provided in accordance with the laws of the country of employment.
• Professional development opportunities supporting work on an awarded NAVFAC EURAFCENT contract.