Senior Construction Services Specialist

AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC); Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Employee Owned

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Job summary

AE2S is seeking a Senior Construction Services Specialist to provide field observation, inspection, and oversight on a major water infrastructure project near Carrington, ND. This full-time role emphasizes on-site leadership, documentation, and collaboration with Owners, Engineers, and Contractors.

Responsibilities include monitoring contractor work, documenting progress, and coordinating meetings. The position requires extensive travel, physical duties, and mentoring of AE2S staff to improve

Qualifications

• 12 years of progressive construction experience with leadership on large projects.
• Experience in mass grading, heavy civil and vertical construction.
• Strong understanding of engineering concepts in complex builds.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite construction observation, inspection, and documentation.
• Monitor contractor activities for plan and quality compliance.
• Serve as field liaison among Owner, Engineer, and Contractor.
• Review progress, RFIs, pay apps, tests, and records.
• Mentor junior staff and support project-management efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Field observation

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

e-Builder

Procore

ProjectSight

Microsoft 365

Job description

Construction Observation | Water Infrastructure | Heavy Civil Construction

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
• Leadership skills
• 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 regulations

Preferred Qualifications (optional)

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field
• Knowledge of project management software (e-Builder, Procore, ProjectSight) and Microsoft 365.

Physical Requirements -

• Ability to walk up to 10 miles on uneven terrain
• May require lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 75 pounds
• Perform physical activities requiring extensive use of arms, legs, and full body movement including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials
• Drive and navigate vehicles or mechanized equipment including all-terrain vehicles or watercraft
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify causes of errors or defects
• Use hands and arms to handle, install, position, and manipulate or move materials
• Service, repair, calibrate, regulate, fine-tune, or test machines, devices, or equipment operating on electrical or electronic principles
• May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including flame-resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
• Will require travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town

Elevate Your Career with AE2S – Award-Winning Culture and Unmatched Benefits

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services (AE2S) is an award-winning, specialized civil/environmental engineering consulting firm that provides professional services and a unique brand of extreme client service. Our work environment is consistently recognized both locally and nationally for our great culture and values, proven recognition programs, and social atmosphere.

• Great Culture and Spirit where Creativity is Fostered
• Significant Opportunities to Grow and Advance
• 100-percent Employee Owned
• Core Values which Speak to the Heart of AE2S and its Employees
• Large, Diverse, and Challenging Projects with the Latest Technology
• Family-Friendly with Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

AE2S offers more than just competitive compensation and a best-in-class insurance package to our employees and families; our benefit plan is one of the richest plans currently in the marketplace today!

• 100-percent paid Family Health Insurance
• 100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action / Disability Employer