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JOB DESCRIPTION

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Senior Estimator

Review Date: September 1, 2020

Summary/Objective

Identify and pursue prospective opportunities for Syncon through development of detailed cost analysis in accordance with industry best practices. This position requires someone who has expert level knowledge and experience in the Construction Design / Build industry and the ability to perform detailed and accurate complex mathematical analysis and read/understanding drawings/specifications.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 
• Negotiate contracts, maintain the stipulated fee and general conditions by careful and exact scoping of both SYNCON and subcontractor/vendor work.
• Review the specifications and drawings, select sub trades and send out the bid request using the ITB program and / or email.
• In parallel to the above, the Estimator will personally reach out to key sub-trades in an attempt to shape relationship and innovative options to become more competitive if the project is desiring.
• Review details of the contract documents, drawings, specs, and proposal schedule development, the Estimator will then make recommendations to reassess the initial pursuit ranking (1 -5). During the Estimator’s review and presentation of the new opportunity, the pursuit ranking may improve or become less desirable.
• Identify and developing risk management related to the estimate.
• Schedule time with Executives for Project overview and GC review prior to bid day.
• Review all quotes for accuracy.
• Coordinate with Design Team on RFI’s, design requirements/deliverables and throughout the Design process until 100% design documents are complete and buyout is complete.
• Maintain a detailed and functional spreadsheet for Project.
• Manage and developing subcontractor relationships.
• Help with improving Pre-Construction Processes including Buy-Out Process and Turn Over process between estimating and project management departments.
• Assist with maintaining the estimating schedule to effectively manage personnel and departmental timelines to support the estimating production requirements.
• Support Estimating Team for bid day preparation and Bids on Bid day.
• In an effort to grow the company, support the emerging commercial market with estimating, subcontractor database development and development of relevant pre-construction process and procedures.
• Support the research for future estimating opportunities by researching federal and commercial websites like, FedBizOps, NECO, the Builders Exchange, Us Coast Guard, Crater Procurement, etc.
• Assist developing estimating strategy for each opportunity with Syncon leadership.
• Complete Rough draft budget to be sent to Construction PM for finalization.
• Complete buyout and written Rough Draft Attachment Ones for Construction PM to review and send out to Subcontractors.

Competencies

• Initiative
• Leadership
• Technical Capacity
• Organizational Skills
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Communication

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any direct reports.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a professional office environment. However, employees may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, dirt, heat, and noise at construction job sites.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours and days vary depending on project.

Travel

Some travel may be required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• High School or equivalent
• 2+ years’ commercial construction estimating experience/OR recent college graduate with coursework taken in construction, project management, estimating or other related fields

Preferred Education and Experience

• 4-yr degree in engineering, architecture

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Training

Currently be certified or obtain certification within 30 days of employment and maintain current certifications related to this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Position requires employee to be able to obtain a rapid gate pass or security clearance as required for the job.

EEO Statement

SYNCON provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Other Duties

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Field Operations Manager / Executive Vice President

Review Date: September 1, 2020

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 
• Perform a complete study and review of all Contract Documents in order to have working knowledge of the plans and specifications.
• Create, update and maintain the project submittal log and all other project specific quality control reports
• Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team or trade specialists when necessary
• Chair and document QC meetings with the Government and Project Stake Holders, and provide written minutes as described in project specific contract documents
• Provide written daily QC reports that document activities that are being constructed in conformance with each specific project’s established standard and constructively confronts non-conformances to produce the desired outcome in a timely manner
• Identify, create, submit and follow-up on Requests for Information for issues that require resolution for construction.
• Conduct preparatory, initial and follow-up meetings and inspections to establish an understanding of the standards of care desired for each definable feature of work. Verify that checklists are being used and signed off prior to the placement of concrete, steel and other similar items of work
• Verify and document that all materials received for the project are in conformance with the approved submittal, are handled and stored appropriately and are acceptable for use in the project
• Establish, implement and maintain the Three Phases of Control, Prepatory, Initial and Follow Up for project
• Conduct preconstruction (Prepatory) meetings with new and existing subcontractors and the superintendent at least two days prior to the start of each new phase of the work to discuss issues that affect quality. Document these meetings in the daily QC report and Preparatory Phase reports
• Conduct Initial inspections to verify that initial installation of work is in accordance with the contract documents and approved submittals.
• Conduct periodic follow-up inspections to verify that work is proceeding with the contract documents and the approved submittals. (Desired results come from what is inspected, not what is expected.)
• Coordinate and document the testing and commissioning of building systems
• Document and distribute pre-punch lists, punch lists and the completion of these lists
• Verify work in place, percentages complete for work activities for monthly billing purposes.
• Schedule required testing activities, specialty testing (by others), witness and document testing activities on the testing log and daily QC Reports.
• Have non-conforming work corrected and re-inspected / re-tested prior to covering up work
• Document final inspections, certificates of occupancy and acceptance of the works and various phases thereof
• Maintain the project “as-built” drawings on a daily basis
• Assemble and forward project closeout documents that include O&M manuals, as-builts and warranties
• Stop work if necessary to resolve matters that affect safety, quality and/or inhibit the logical progress of work
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Technical Capacity
• Organizational Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Communication
• Teamwork Orientation

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any direct reports.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, dirt, heat, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours and days vary depending on project.

Travel

90% of travel is required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or Quality Control or equivalent.
• 6+ years’ experience as a CQCM and implementing construction quality control programs for large scale construction projects.
• Familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1, and have experience in the areas of hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainability.
• Hold a current USACOE CQM Certification.
• Understands means and methods of construction
• Understands the sequencing of work and the strategy of creating effective project schedules
• Must have a proven track record of meeting production, quality and customer service standards in a fast-paced construction environment

Preferred Education and Experience

• 10+ years’ experience as a CQCM and implementing construction quality control programs for large scale construction projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Preferred Education and Experience

None required for this position.

Training

Currently be certified or obtain certification within 30 days of employment and maintain current certifications related to this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Position requires employee to be able to obtain a rapid gate pass or security clearance as required for the job.

EEO Statement

SYNCON provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Other Duties

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Field Operations Manager

Review Date: September 1, 2020

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 
• Provide site compliance through daily site inspections and daily safety reports.
• Development and/or review of APP, AHA’s, crane and rigging plans.
• Coordination of safety issues with the Quality Control Manager and site Superintendent of new definable features of work.
• Provide management and oversight of site specific safety activities.
• Prioritization of daily tasks to maintain safety compliance and project schedule.
• Ensure that the sub-contractor’s comply with all local, state, and federal safety and health requirements.
• Conduct safety training for all employees at the weekly toolbox talks, including 1st day site safety orientations.
• Maintain the OSHA 300 form.
• Maintain a safety and health deficiency tracking system that monitors outstanding deficiencies until resolution.
• Maintain current SDS list of hazardous chemicals on site.
• Prepare monthly contractor safety self-evaluation checklist.
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Initiative
• Proactive safety practices
• Collaborative Leadership
• Technical Capacity
• Organizational Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Detailed Communication

Supervisory Responsibility

Does not directly supervise Syncon employees; however, this position regularly oversees subcontractors assigned to project.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, dirt, heat, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours and days vary depending on project.

Travel

90% of travel is required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• B.S. in Safety Management
• CHST certification
• 24 hours of documented formal or on-line safety and health related coursework in the past 3 years. The training must be applicable to the work being performed on the project. Teaching is not considered the equivalent of attending training
• USACE Quality Control Management Certificate

Currently be certified or obtain certification within 30 days of employment and maintain current certifications related to this position

Position requires employee to be able to obtain a rapid gate pass or security clearance as required for the job.

SYNCON provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Field Operations Manager

Review Date: September 1, 2020

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 
• Work collaboratively with assigned Projector Manager on all facets of the project from pre-construction meetings to post project documentation.
• Perform all project start-up and close out activities as described in the Procedures Manual.
• Responsible for Project Site Utilization Plan and documentation as required per specifications and on-sit existing condition.
• Responsible for scheduling, sequencing, and phasing of construction activities.
• Responsible for ordering and scheduling delivery and pick up of any equipment and/or material required by General Contractor.
• Perform the required project line and grade layout responsibilities.
• Thoroughly understand, organize, and maintain all project contract documents on a regular basis.
• Prepare and distribute the all field related project administrative documents.
• Implement and enforce all required SYNCON on-site Quality Control procedures.
• Must Display the utmost of personal integrity and have the ability to work effectively in a team environment and to contribute significantly to extending a culture of collaboration, both internally and externally, in order to maintain the superior reputation of Syncon, LLC.
• Responsible as project SSHO, implement, and enforce all required SYNCON on-site Safety procedures. Hold weekly Safety “Toolbox Talk“ meetings with staff and subcontractors.
• Assist other Superintendents as required.
• Perform quality and safety inspections to comply with contract and regulatory requirements.

Competencies

• Construction Means and Methods knowledge
• Organizational Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Thorough Communication skills

Supervisory Responsibility

Does not directly supervise Syncon employees; however, this position regularly oversees subcontractors assigned to project.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, dirt, heat, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours and days vary depending on project

Travel

90% of travel is required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3 more years of experience as a superintendent

Preferred Education and Experience

• Certifications dealing with Safety
• 5 or more years of experience as a superintendent

Currently be certified or obtain certification within 30 days of employment and maintain current certifications related to this position.

None required for this position.

Position requires employee to be able to obtain a rapid gate pass or security clearance as required for the job.

SYNCON provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Projection Operations Manager

Review Date: September 20, 2022

Summary/Objective

The project manager works in collaboration with the Project Superintendent and is primarily responsible for coordinating all project specific administrative requirements as defined by the construction contract documents and Syncon, LLC. May simultaneously serve as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), DEQ / Sediment Control Supervisor, or Quality Control Manager on assigned projects.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Coordinate all activities with a project’s assigned Superintendent.
• Perform all project start-up activities as described in the SOP.
• Organize, understand, and maintain up-to-date contract documents.
• Prepare the project construction schedule in conjunction with the Project Superintendent and required subcontractor input.
• Coordinate the intent and implementation of the final project budget (prepared by SYNCON purchasing department) with the Project Superintendent and the planned field means and methods.
• Issue all subcontracts in accordance with the Notice to Proceed letters prepared by the purchasing department.
• Prepare a master submittal schedule and submittal log.
• Co-conduct a subcontractor pre-construction meeting with the Project Superintendent to review all SYNCON and project specific requirements.
• Schedule and conduct regular owner and subcontractor (co-conduct with Superintendent) coordination meetings.
• Receive, review, document, and administrate the resolution to all project specific issues (issues pertaining to legal resolution are to be reviewed with the Vice President and/or President).
• Assist the Project Superintendent in implementation and coordination of SYNCON on-site quality control and safety procedures.
• Receive, review, and process all subcontractor Requests for Information and Requests for Proposal forms.
• Prepare, distribute, and acquire approval of all Owner Change Order Requests.
• Prepare and distribute all subcontractor Change Orders and associated budget revisions.
• Prepare and distribute the monthly Owner Applications for Payment.
• Prepare and maintain all Project specific administrative logs (RFI, FRP, COR, Submittal, and Document Control).
• Perform all project close-out activities as described in the Procedures Manual.
• Must Display the utmost of personal integrity and have the ability to work effectively in a team environment and to contribute significantly to extending a culture of collaboration, both internally and externally, in order to maintain the superior reputation of Syncon, LLC.
• Safety Supervisor responsibilities may include:
  • Monitor all aspects of the safety program and report to the Safety Director.
  • Conduct safety inspections and provide positive corrections to increase the quality of Syncon’s overall safety operations.
  • Coordinate and conduct monthly safety meetings with Syncon staff members.
  • Conduct Field Supervision meetings to provide training and oversight to the Field Supervision and assist with development of their capabilities.
• Quality Control Supervisor responsibilities may include:
  • Monitor all aspects of the QC program and report to Syncon Executive Leadership.
  • Coordinate and conduct monthly QC meetings with Syncon staff members.
  • Conduct Field Supervision meetings to provide training and oversight to the Field Supervision and assist with development of their capabilities.
• DEQ / Sediment Control Supervisor responsibilities may include:
  • Monitor all aspects of the DEQ & SWPP plans and report to Syncon Executive Leadership.
  • Coordinate and conduct monthly DEQ / Sediment Control meetings with Syncon staff members.
  • Conduct Field Supervision meetings to provide training and oversight to the Field Supervision and assist with development of their capabilities.

Competencies

1. Communication Proficiency
2. Leadership
3. Organizational skills
4. Budget Management
5. Mechanical Knowledge
6. Project Management.
7. Teamwork Orientation
8. Critical Thinking

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any direct reports.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a professional office environment. However, employees may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, dirt, heat, and noise at construction job sites.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is regularly required talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours and days vary depending on project.

Travel

90% of travel is required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Prior Construction Experience as a Project Manager, Superintendent, Quality Control (QC) Manager, Estimator, Assistant Project Manager, or Project Engineer working for a General Contractor
3. Proficient in using Computers and Microsoft Office
4. Proficient in Creating and Managing Construction Schedules using Microsoft Project

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s Degree, Associates Degree, Technical Degree/Certification or Equivalent in a Related Construction Field
2. Prior Project Management Experience as a Field Supervisor and/or a Project Manager
3. Prior Field Experience working on Construction Projects as a Superintendent, QC Manager, Site Safety Officer, Foreman, or Field Intern
4. Prior Construction Experience working on Federal Construction Projects including contracts with NAVFAC and/or the Army Corps of Engineers
5. Certified Project Management Professional
6. OSHA 30 Certification
7. Non-expired CPR/First Aid Certification
8. Non-expired Construction Quality Management for Contractors Certification
9. Experience Using Primavera P6

Training

Currently be certified or obtain certification within 30 days of employment and maintain current certifications related to this position.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Position requires employee to be able to obtain a rapid gate pass or security clearance as required for the job.

EEO Statement

SYNCON provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Other Duties

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: HR Manager

Review Date: May 24, 2021

Summary/Objective

The receptionist is responsible for performing clerical and administrative duties on a professional level supporting SYNCON.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 
• Operate telephone switchboard to answer, screen, forward calls, or take messages, providing information about the establishment, such as location of office or employees within the organization, or services provided.
• Greet persons entering establishment, determine nature and purpose of visit, and direct or escort them to specific destinations.
• Schedule appointments and maintain and update appointment calendars.
• File and maintain records, perform administrative support tasks, such as proofreading, transcribing handwritten information, or operating calculators or computers to work with other documents.
• Transmit information or documents to customers, using computer, mail, or facsimile machine. Process and prepare memos, correspondence, or other documents.
• Collect, sort, distribute, or prepare mail, or courier deliveries, and maintain & order office supplies.
• Perform duties, such as straightening magazines and or chairs to maintain lobby / reception area and the conference room.
• Verify and complete all information required for certified payrolls.

Competencies

• Communication
• Relationship Management
• Critical Evaluation

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not supervise.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a professional office environment. However, employees may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, dirt, heat, and noise at construction job sites.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours and days vary depending on project.

Travel

There is no travel with this position

Required Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education and Experience

2 Years working in an office environment.
1 Year Certified Payroll experience

Training

Currently be certified or obtain certification within 30 days of employment and maintain current certification related to this position.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

None required for this position

EEO Statement

SYNCON provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Other Duties

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.