Tradesman, Department of State (Worldwide)

Green Powered Technology; Indonesia; Remote; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy consulting firm is seeking a Field Technician/Tradesman to support engineering contracts for the Department of State. The role requires extensive construction experience, ensuring quality compliance for projects abroad. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills and the ability to read design documents. This position offers a unique opportunity to travel worldwide and work on impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction experience.
• Working knowledge of acceptable products and procedures for onsite construction.
• Ability to obtain and retain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical inspections of civil and structural work.
• Ensure compliance with design documents and contract specifications.
• Prepare construction reports detailing construction progress.

Skills

Construction management

Reading design/construction drawings

Knowledge of construction safety regulations

Microsoft Suite proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Tradesman, Department of State (Worldwide)

GPTech is a global energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a future for all. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.

Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure. Providing comprehensive services from project inception to completion and post-completion, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve lasting impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement.

With humble beginnings as a startup between two college friends, today, after 15 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients and 75 countries. We continue to lead the world in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to manage Earth’s resources and to meet society’s needs. GPTech is a mission-driven technical consulting company that specializes in energy, infrastructure, and development. GPTech’s work is guided by its core mission, vision, and value.

GPTech is seeking a Field Technician/Tradesman to support the Department of State (DOS) Engineering Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts. The objective of these contracts is to obtain the full range of engineering and administrative expertise necessary to assist and support the DOS Office of Construction Management (CM) build and renovate diplomatic facilities abroad. The Field Technician/Tradesman will provide a full range of critical engineering and construction quality assurance and the management and technical oversight of the project. This position will be located in given task order location.

Responsibilities:

• Perform technical inspections of civil and structural work, monitor the contractor's quality control program, and review project drawings and specifications to ensure compliance.
• Ensure that the contractor is performing the required contract work in accordance with the design documents.
• Observe onsite construction and determine if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly.
• Perform quality assurance tasks, ensure that the construction contractor’s work is properly inspected and that corrective actions take place, ensure that materials meet contract, review contractor submittals for compliance with contract requirements, and resolve conflicts.
• Review shop drawings and submittals from the contractor and determine if coordination with other disciplines is necessary in addition to monitoring on-going construction work to identify problems or non-compliance with design or contract specifications.
• Monitor the construction contractor’s quality assurance and safety program.
• Observe onsite construction and determine if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly.
• Monitor construction progress via the project schedule and submit weekly progress reports with recommendations based on the technical review of project documents and field inspections.
• Review design documents (drawings and specifications) that the architect/engineer prepares and perform quality assurance for the construction project in the applicant’s technical area of expertise.
• Perform technical inspections of the civil/structural elements of the project.
• Prepare construction reports detailing construction progress and identify any problem with the construction process related to the incumbent’s area of expertise. After problems are discovered, evaluate contractor’s proposed remedy. Formulate solutions for the Project Director/Construction Manager.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the Project Director and/or Contracting Officer Representative.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma and minimum of 10 years’ relevant construction experience
• Demonstrated experience in construction management
• Experience reading design/construction drawings and ability to understand design narratives and calculations
• Demonstrated ability to review shop drawings and submittals from the contractor and determine if coordination with other disciplines is necessary in addition to monitoring on-going construction work to identify problems or non-compliance with design or contract specifications
• Working knowledge of acceptable products and procedures for onsite construction according to U.S. standards
• Knowledge of international codes
• Experience working with multilateral or bilateral donors, such as U.S. Agency for International Development, World Bank, Millennium Challenge Corporation, and the U.S. Trade and Development Agency
• Experience in assessing and responding to requests for information
• Possess excellent writing skills and knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Knowledge of construction safety regulations, e.g., EM 385-1-1, OSHA
• Ability to obtain and retain a Secret security clearance
• Willingness to travel worldwide
• Overseas experience preferred
• Ability to provide either proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved reasonable accommodation for exemption upon employment or December 8, 2021, whichever is later, in accordance with GPTech policy

GPTech obeys all laws and prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.