Construction Oversight Manager - HUD - Puerto Rico Remote

ICF; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global advisory firm is seeking a Construction Oversight Manager to oversee recovery projects in Puerto Rico. The role entails leading a team for site visits, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements, and preparing detailed reports. Candidates must possess relevant professional licenses valid in Puerto Rico along with significant experience in construction inspections and federally funded projects. This is a hybrid position requiring effective communication in Spanish and English.

Qualifications

• Must have professional licenses (PE) valid in Puerto Rico.
• OSHA 30-hour construction industry training certification obtained at least five years ago.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction inspections.
• Minimum two years of experience in federally funded construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for site visits and monitor construction compliance.
• Review certifications for payment and construction change orders.
• Prepare detailed reports based on monitoring visits.
• Provide feedback to health and safety officers post site visits.
• Assist in developing and reviewing construction documents.

Skills

Fluent in Spanish and English

Strong time management

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management

Job description

The Construction Oversight Manager supports municipalities (subrecipients) in implementing recovery projects funded by CDBG-DR grants. This hybrid role involves managing construction oversight activities across Puerto Rico, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and program requirements, and facilitating successful project delivery.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have professional licenses (PE) and/or certifications valid in Puerto Rico.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of construction oversight staff to conduct monthly site visits to monitor construction progress and compliance with Subrecipient Agreements, environmental clearance documents, and health and safety plans.
• Review and recommend certifications for payment and construction change orders.
• Prepare detailed reports for the Project Manager based on monitoring visits, documenting progress, compliance, and any issues identified.
• Provide feedback to subrecipients’ health and safety officers or representatives following site visits.
• Assist in developing and reviewing construction documents, including revision checklists design reviews.
• Ensure construction contracts include required provisions, particularly those mandating contractor development and implementation of health and safety plans in compliance with Puerto Rico OSHA-approved State Plan and PR OSHA policies.
• Support the program team and subrecipients with additional duties as needed.

Minimal Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field.
• Must have professional licenses (PE) and/or certifications valid in Puerto Rico.
• OSHA 30-hour construction industry training certification obtained at least five (5) years ago.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction inspections.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in federally funded construction projects within the last six (6) years.

Preferred Skills & Experiences

• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
• Strong time management, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under changing deadlines and priorities.

Performance Expectations

• Demonstrate full understanding of the Infrastructure Program process, including all program guidelines, user guides, and PRDOH policies.
• Assist in preparing and updating the team’s health and safety plan.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on performance, challenges, and opportunities.
• Establish work hours as needed to support the project team, including nights, weekends, and overtime.
• Accurately enter time and comments into the DisasTRAX time reporting tool daily (or at least weekly), ensuring alignment with company timesheet requirements.
• Submit timesheets and expense reports on time, following company policies.
• Coordinate all planned and unplanned absences with your manager as soon as practical.

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, combining unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.