Construction Specialist I — Field & BIM Project Support

CDM Smith; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States seeks a Construction Specialist to join our team. The role offers technical, field and site administration work across diverse projects, with emphasis on review of documents, cost evaluation, schedules and general conditions.

Ideal for a new graduate, travel up to 10% and growth through hands-on experience with BIM/VDC collaboration. You will support project managers from pursuit through close-out, delivering high-quality construction deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• 0 years. Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Multitasking

Read drawings

Communication

Construction terminology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

BIM

VDC

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States seeks a Construction Specialist to join our team. The role offers technical, field and site administration work across diverse projects, with emphasis on review of documents, cost evaluation, schedules and general conditions.

Ideal for a new graduate, travel up to 10% and growth through hands-on experience with BIM/VDC collaboration. You will support project managers from pursuit through close-out, delivering high-quality construction deliverables.