Technician III
Apply NowCompany: Cotter Consulting, Inc
Location: Chicago, IL 60629
Description:
OVERALL OBJECTIVE: Directs and supervises field staff to achieve project success and quality construction in accordance with the plans and specifications. Represents the owner and acts as liaison between the owner, contractor, and designer.
JOB COMPLEXITY/SCOPE: Responsible for multiple construction projects or a single large scale project requiring multiple disciplines. Work responsibilities encompass all areas of office engineering, field engineering, inspection, project controls, and contract administration.
SUPERVISION:
Directs and supervises field staff. Establishes objectives and reviews performance of activities.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
JOB DUTIES:
Cost Management
Reviews design and bidding documents.
Responsible for the initiation and preparation of change orders.
Responsible for the review and approval of invoices and payment applications which may include final payment.
Schedule Management
Oversees construction progress and review contractor schedules.
Updates client regularly on project progress and any issues.
Leads weekly progress meetings.
Presents critical issues with analysis and recommendation for client decision.
Reviews project status and issues with Cotter management.
Works with governmental agencies to aid project progress.
Quality Management
Ensures project conforms to plans, specifications, and applicable standards.
Actively manages the construction process with a focus on quality. Assures selection of materials and products in specification conform to quality requirements and applicable standards set forth by owner.
Performs thorough design reviews to ensure construction details are quality focused and drawings are coordinated.
Performs field inspections during construction process to ensure design intent and specifications are being met. Develops and manages completion of corrective action items.
Monitors contractor's adherence to safety plans.
Directs and oversees the work of field staff.
Contract Administration
Assists upper management in preparing contract agreements, including scope of work, deliverables, reimbursable expenses, insurance coverage, and legal/accounting requirements.
Prepares and maintains proper documentation of all project-related activities.
Manages project close-out internally and externally.
Client Relations and Business Development:
Obtains feedback about our performance during project and resolves any issues identified.
Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction and increase potential for additional business.
Pursues new opportunities with current clients.
Stays in periodic contact with past clients to identify opportunities.
Assists with development and preparation of qualifications, proposals, and presentations.
May meet and present to prospective clients.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and training.
Typically requires 10 years related experience.
Ability to use a computer, the Internet, and word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
Ability to drive a car and have a valid driver's license required.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Flexibility and Adaptability
Recovers from disappointments and setbacks.
Works effectively with unstructured teams, situations, or environments.
Helps others adapt to changing environments and accept new situations.
Learning Oriented
Demonstrates grasp of new information and its implications.
Seeks out and relies on others in areas of own limitations.
Applies feedback and changes behavior accordingly.
Oral Communications
Speaks well without preparation.
Adapts language, tone, structure, and level of detail to the needs of others.
Maintains a dialogue in difficult situations.
Teamwork
Coordinates roles, responsibilities, and interdependencies of all team members.
Develops an effective working relationship with each team member.
Identifies and addresses potential problems or issues within the team.
Problem Solving
Identifies problems, disagreements, or conflicts in early stages.
Organizes potential problem solvers and leads problem resolution efforts.
Analyzes and synthesizes information and devises alternative resolution strategies.
Is adept at looking at old problems in new ways
Written Communication
Produces written materials in business- and industry-specific technical language.
Adapts writing - language, form, style, tone - to different audiences.
Reviews the written materials of others and provides feedback and coaching.
Salary Description
$50.00-$60.00 Hourly
JOB COMPLEXITY/SCOPE: Responsible for multiple construction projects or a single large scale project requiring multiple disciplines. Work responsibilities encompass all areas of office engineering, field engineering, inspection, project controls, and contract administration.
SUPERVISION:
Directs and supervises field staff. Establishes objectives and reviews performance of activities.
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
JOB DUTIES:
Cost Management
Reviews design and bidding documents.
Responsible for the initiation and preparation of change orders.
Responsible for the review and approval of invoices and payment applications which may include final payment.
Schedule Management
Oversees construction progress and review contractor schedules.
Updates client regularly on project progress and any issues.
Leads weekly progress meetings.
Presents critical issues with analysis and recommendation for client decision.
Reviews project status and issues with Cotter management.
Works with governmental agencies to aid project progress.
Quality Management
Ensures project conforms to plans, specifications, and applicable standards.
Actively manages the construction process with a focus on quality. Assures selection of materials and products in specification conform to quality requirements and applicable standards set forth by owner.
Performs thorough design reviews to ensure construction details are quality focused and drawings are coordinated.
Performs field inspections during construction process to ensure design intent and specifications are being met. Develops and manages completion of corrective action items.
Monitors contractor's adherence to safety plans.
Directs and oversees the work of field staff.
Contract Administration
Assists upper management in preparing contract agreements, including scope of work, deliverables, reimbursable expenses, insurance coverage, and legal/accounting requirements.
Prepares and maintains proper documentation of all project-related activities.
Manages project close-out internally and externally.
Client Relations and Business Development:
Obtains feedback about our performance during project and resolves any issues identified.
Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction and increase potential for additional business.
Pursues new opportunities with current clients.
Stays in periodic contact with past clients to identify opportunities.
Assists with development and preparation of qualifications, proposals, and presentations.
May meet and present to prospective clients.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management or related field, or equivalent combination of education and training.
Typically requires 10 years related experience.
Ability to use a computer, the Internet, and word processing, spreadsheet, and email software.
Ability to drive a car and have a valid driver's license required.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Flexibility and Adaptability
Recovers from disappointments and setbacks.
Works effectively with unstructured teams, situations, or environments.
Helps others adapt to changing environments and accept new situations.
Learning Oriented
Demonstrates grasp of new information and its implications.
Seeks out and relies on others in areas of own limitations.
Applies feedback and changes behavior accordingly.
Oral Communications
Speaks well without preparation.
Adapts language, tone, structure, and level of detail to the needs of others.
Maintains a dialogue in difficult situations.
Teamwork
Coordinates roles, responsibilities, and interdependencies of all team members.
Develops an effective working relationship with each team member.
Identifies and addresses potential problems or issues within the team.
Problem Solving
Identifies problems, disagreements, or conflicts in early stages.
Organizes potential problem solvers and leads problem resolution efforts.
Analyzes and synthesizes information and devises alternative resolution strategies.
Is adept at looking at old problems in new ways
Written Communication
Produces written materials in business- and industry-specific technical language.
Adapts writing - language, form, style, tone - to different audiences.
Reviews the written materials of others and provides feedback and coaching.
Salary Description
$50.00-$60.00 Hourly