Description

WORK LOCATION: Kampala, Uganda 

PROJECT DURATION: 24 MONTHS WITH EXPECTED FOLLOW-ON WORK WITHIN THE DoS PROGRAM

General - Candidates proposed for Project Controls positions shall possess a degree in Engineering (any discipline), Engineering Management, Construction Management, or Construction Engineering if hired under the engineering labor category and must have seven years of experience, in the commercial construction industry. Full gamut of construction project controls report drafting and production (MS Office Suite), cost management, schedule management (Primavera), change order management, submittal and request for information management, and commercial construction required. U.S. Embassy construction program experience highly desired. Overseas experience is required. Project Controls Engineer shall have recent experience with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

• Managing the operations of the OBO field office as related to the construction contract's cost and schedule, preparing reports and other control documentation 
• Managing and supervising data entry and documentation control specialists
• Developing a working knowledge of all administrative requirements of the construction contract and required contract deliverables
• Assuring satisfactory and timely performance of all aspects of project control, providing control of the contractor's submittals, requests for information, and as-built drawings
• Reviewing contractor’s monthly application for payment and advise Project Director/COR of findings
• Reviewing and evaluating requests for contract modifications as to their need and whether they are already a part of existing contract requirements
• Performing quantity take-offs and assisting in preparation of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs)
• Providing support to the Project Director/COR in all contract administration matters, negotiate modifications and/or claims, interpret contract requirements, e.g., payment provisions, general conditions, and Division I of the specifications
• Participating in meetings and conferences as required
• Preparing minutes of meetings attended
• Maintaining the daily construction log
• Coordinating and cooperating with the Project Director/COR and other members of the Project Director's staff
• Undertaking other duties as assigned by the Project Director/COR

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree (or above) in engineering or construction management and a minimum of seven years of experience required on construction projects of similar scope and value to the project supported by this Task Order
  •  Design office experience shall not count toward an employee’s experience
  •  Overseas experience preferred
• Knowledge of International Codes required

Desired Skills

• NOX, SPX, UTIL, CACs, PKG, EOB renovations and perimeter wall and site work

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY

Travel Requirements

• Yes

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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