Construction Specialist 1

CDM Smith; United States; On-site; USD 63,835 - 105,310; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Fort Myers, FL seeks a Construction Specialist for a dynamic role spanning technical, field, and site administration. The position is ideal for a new graduate entering construction, with duties varying by project type and timeline.

The role includes reviewing documents, preparing deliverables, assisting in cost evaluation, creating preliminary schedules, and coordinating with teams to ensure timely, safe project completion. Travel up to 40% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• 0 years of experience required; travel may be required depending on duties.
• Equivalent related experience considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Review documents, prepare deliverables and participate in pre-bid site visits.
• Assist in determining total project costs by evaluating proposals and researching costs.
• Develop preliminary schedules for engineering and construction.
• Develop General Conditions based on bidding documents and staffing needs.
• Coordinate with project team, subcontractors, client and others to ensure timely, safe completion.
• Prepare/submittals, issue documents, answer RFIs, and review QC at sites.
• Support project close-out with final records, close-out submittals, and inspections.
• Collaborate with design, project teams via VDC/BIM and traditional methods.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Reading construction docs

PC skills

Construction terminology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline

Job description

Job Description

• CDM Smith is looking for an excited candidate to join our team in Fort Myers!
• This opportunity is perfect for a new graduate looking to jump into the construction industry at a company that hires for careers, not jobs.
• This is a dynamic role with a variety of duties based on the project type and timeline that provides technical, field, and site administration.
• During the pursuit phase, the Construction Specialist will assist in reviewing documents, preparing deliverables, and participating in pre‑bid site visits.
• The Construction Specialist will assist in determining total project costs by evaluating complex proposals and researching labor, material, and equipment costs.
• They will develop a preliminary schedule for engineering and construction.
• They will develop General Conditions based on requirements specified in the bidding documents including required staff, temporary facilities, security, and safety measures.
• In the planning and execution phase, the Construction Specialist will work with the project team, subcontractors, client, owners, and all other interested parties to ensure timely and safe project completion.
• They will ensure the timely arrival and installation of materials and equipment with field personnel and vendors.
• They will prepare and review submittals of increasing complexity, issue construction documents and layouts to field crews, answer questions, and complete requests for information (RFI).
• The Construction Specialist supervises and directs overall project activities of basic to moderate complexity and interprets specifications and drawings for foremen and superintendents.
• They will conduct inspections to maintain Quality Control (QC) reporting for project sites.
• Finally, they will work with Health and Safety professionals to evaluate the safety performance metrics of potential subcontractors and vendors as part of the procurement process.
• During project close‑out the Construction Specialist will work with the Project Manager to complete all contract‑required deliverables and follow company close‑out procedures.
• Close all subcontract and purchase orders.
• Develop final record drawings and as‑builts.
• Ensure all close‑out submittals are documented and approved.
• Work with the Team to complete final inspections, punch list and ensure client satisfaction.
• Depending on project needs and after appropriate training, the Construction Specialist works with the project manager and VDC team to develop project capability needs and VDC plan.
• They will assist in facilitating solutions through collaboration with the design and project teams via VDC, Building Information Modeling (BIM), and traditional collaboration methods.
• The Construction Specialist will perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline. 0 years required. Domestic and/or international travel may be required; frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver’s license is required.

Skills & Abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; basic computation skills; good verbal and written communication skills; familiarity with technology typically associated with engineering and construction projects; proficient knowledge of construction terminology; ability to read and interpret construction documents and drawings; intermediate level personal computer skills.

Amount Of Travel Required

20% – 40%

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserve the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Pay Range

Min: USD $63,835.00

Max: USD $105,310.00

Visa Sponsorship Available

No—We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H‑1B or TN Visas for this position.