Description
WORK LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya (U.S. Embassy)
PROJECT DURATION: 36 MONTHS WITH EXPECTED FOLLOW-ON WORK WITHIN THE DoS PROGRAM
Functioning as the Mechanical Engineer, providing Nairobi with a full range of critical engineering and construction quality assurance and the management and technical oversight of the Nairobi CAA project
Performing technical inspections of mechanical work, monitoring the contractor's quality control program, and reviewing project drawings and specifications to ensure compliance
Supporting and assisting Nairobi in ensuring the completion of the Nairobi CAA in accordance with applicable US codes and standard building practices
Ensuring that the contractor is performing the required contract work in accordance with the design documents
Reviewing engineering shop drawings and determining if the contractor has complied with the final design parameters
Observing onsite construction and determining if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly
Performing quality assurance tasks, ensuring contractor's work is properly inspected and corrective actions take place, ensuring materials meet contract, reviewing contractor submittals for compliance with contract requirements, and resolving conflicts
Monitoring construction progress vis-à-vis the project schedule and submit weekly progress reports with recommendations based on the technical review of project documents and field inspections
Performing technical inspections of the mechanical elements of the project
Interpreting drawings in his/her discipline and have a basic understanding of the principles of his/her engineering discipline and how it fits in with other engineering disciplines
Reviewing shop drawings and submittals from the contractor and determining if coordination with other disciplines is necessary, in addition to monitoring on-going construction work to identify problems or non-compliance with design or contract specifications
Preparing construction reports detailing construction progress and identifying any problem with the construction process related to the incumbent's area of expertise
Evaluating contractor's proposed remedy after problems are discovered and formulating solutions for the Project Director/Construction Manager
Reviewing design documents (drawings and specifications) that the A/E prepares as well as perform quality assurance for the construction project in his/her technical area of expertise
Developing a working knowledge of all technical requirements of project
Providing Quality Assurance for ongoing construction project
Reviewing contractor submittals
Preparing responses to Requests for Information (RFI)
Evaluating proposed submittal substitutions with engineering implications and making recommendations to the Project Director
Coordinating the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders
Reviewing and evaluating design calculations and data from an engineering perspective
Preparing Monthly Progress Report summarizing project status, with emphasis on engineering
Performing other duties as assigned by the Project Director/COR
FILLING THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON AWARD
Requirements
A bachelor's degree (or above) in mechanical engineering from an accredited program and a minimum of seven years of experience required on construction projects of similar scope and value to the project supported by this Task Order
Design office experience shall not count toward an employee's experience
A Professional Engineering License (PE) is acceptable in lieu of a degree
Overseas experience is preferred
Must have Final Secret, interim Top Secret (TS), or Final TS security clearance issued by Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) at the time of consideration
Knowledge of International Codes required
Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required
Ability to read design/construction drawings and be able to understand design narratives and calculations
Specific experience with Building Automation Systems, monitor controls and disconnects, general plumbing, water/sewage treatment, and power generation