Senior Construction Services Specialist

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. seeks a Senior Construction Services Specialist to provide on-site observation, inspection, and field oversight for a major water infrastructure project near Carrington, ND.

This year-round, long-term position supports Owners, Engineers, and Contractors to ensure quality and schedule adherence. Candidates bring 12+ years in heavy civil and vertical construction, strong communication, and the ability to lead teams in the field.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive construction experience on large or complex projects.
• Extensive mass grading, heavy civil, and vertical/facility construction.
• Broad knowledge of engineering principles as they relate to complex projects.
• Strong understanding of sequencing, field coordination, and multidisciplinary delivery.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to work independently as a senior technical resource.
• Pre-employment onboarding requirements may include background checks, drug screen, and MVR.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite construction observation, inspection, and documentation for large-scale projects.
• Monitor contractor activities to verify compliance with plans, specs, and quality.
• Serve as field representative between Owner, Engineer, and Contractor.
• Review and document progress, RFIs, pay apps, testing results, and records.
• Participate in meetings and coordinate schedules, materials, and change orders.
• Identify challenges early and develop solutions to protect schedules and costs.
• Provide leadership to AE2S field staff and ensure documentation quality.
• Support project managers in budgets, progress tracking, and schedules.
• Mentor junior staff and advance construction management practices.

Skills

Construction leadership

Mass grading

Heavy civil

Vertical construction

Construction sequencing

Field coordination

Communication skills

Independent work

Job description

Senior Construction Services Specialist - (HR1120)

Carrington, ND (Based in Bismarck, ND) | Full-Time | Year-Round Employment | Long-Term Project

Join one of the most important water infrastructure projects in North Dakota and help deliver clean, reliable water to communities across the state. AE2S is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Services Specialist to provide construction observation, construction inspection, and field oversight on a large-scale water infrastructure project near Carrington, ND.

Unlike many construction positions that are seasonal, this opportunity offers the stability of year-round employment with no winter layoffs and is expected to continue for three years or longer. This role is ideal for a construction professional with experience in site grading, earthwork, utility installation, pipelines, water infrastructure, vertical construction, and public works projects who wants to make a lasting impact on a project that will serve North Dakota for generations.

If you thrive in the field, enjoy collaborating with contractors, engineers, and owners, and want to play a key role in delivering critical infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform onsite construction observation, construction inspection, and documentation for large-scale water infrastructure, heavy civil, utility, and vertical construction projects.
• Monitor contractor activities and workmanship to verify compliance with project plans, specifications, contract requirements, and quality standards.
• Serve as the primary field representative between the Owner, Engineer, and Contractor, facilitating clear communication and issue resolution.
• Review and document construction progress, field reports, RFIs, pay applications, testing results, and project records.
• Participate in construction meetings and coordinate with project teams regarding schedules, materials, quantity tracking, change orders, and field activities.
• Identify construction challenges early and proactively develop solutions to minimize schedule impacts, cost overruns, and safety concerns.
• Provide leadership and direction to AE2S construction observation staff while ensuring consistency in project documentation and quality control.
• Support project managers in monitoring budgets, tracking progress, reviewing project schedules, and delivering successful project outcomes.
• Mentor junior construction services staff and contribute to the continuous improvement of construction management and observation practices.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• 12 years of progressive construction experience, with demonstrated leadership on large or complex projects
• Extensive experience in mass grading, heavy civil construction, and vertical/facility construction
• Broad knowledge of principles of engineering as it relates to the construction of complex projects
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, field coordination, and multidisciplinary project delivery
• Ability to foresee potential issues and take decisive action to prevent problems.
• Strong oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as a senior technical resource
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and