• You will use a basic understanding of various trade techniques, practice, tools and equipment such as: carpentry, masonry, electrical, sheet metal, painting and drywall at a journey level.
• You will visually examine and operationally test to determine need for repair and performance of construction, alteration and repair work at the journey level.
• You will follow safety guidelines and practices to avoid unnecessary exposure to hazards and injury.
• You will plan material requirements for future projects to accomplish maintenance and operation program goals.

Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations (OFO) will allow you to use your expertise to perform comprehensive reviews, evaluations, surveys and other assessments pertaining to the operational functions relating to Seized Property management.

Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen Homeland Security by providing expert technical direction on complex issues pertaining to seized property activities.

This position starts at a salary of $82,633.00 (GS-11, Step 1) to $128,752.00 (GS-12, Step 10).

In this Seized Property Specialist position you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals overseeing the acceptance of seized property for storage in the OFO permanent seizure vault and consigns property to the national seized property contractors in compliance with established timeframes set by national policy and procedures. Typical work assignments include:

• Performing comprehensive reviews, evaluations, surveys and other assessments pertaining to the operational functions relating to Seized Property management.
• Verifying all seized property documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Performing analytical and evaluative work relative to seized property management.
• Ensuring that all administrative aspects of the mission-critical Seized Property program are accomplished within national policy, identifying deficiencies impacting the program.
• Making recommendations on storage requirements and locations for all types of seized property to include high-risk property.

• At the GS-09 grade level, the duties are developmental in nature leading to the full performance level of GS-1170-11. The duties are described at the GS-11 level.
• You will acquire property or space, or provide guidance to other agencies, or state and local governments on such matters as the acquisition of property or space; and relocation of property and business owners.
• Exercise eminent domain procedures; difficult negotiations; and/or unfamiliar state or local governments.
• Manage Federally controlled property.
• Lease space to non-Federal entities and manage such leases.
• Authorize the use of Federal land to individuals or organizations for commercial, recreational or various other purposes after ascertaining that the proposed use is compatible with, or furthers, the Corps’ civil works mission.
• Work with project and installations managers to determine the best method by which to achieve the maximum value for non-Federal use of Corps’ managed properties.
• Manage natural resources located on civil works projects and military installations, including forestry, sand and gravel, and agricultural land.
• Develop plans to extract natural resources via appropriate out-grant, when compatible with project purpose or military mission.
• Dispose of Federally owned property that may involve numerous environmental concerns limited or unstable markets, etc.

• Coordinates and integrates phases of survey projects, applies field survey methods, techniques, and procedures in day to day operations.
• Plans and conducts surveys and resurveys involving problems of substantial variety and complexity.
• Leads survey crews, makes work assignments, and provides direction during the progress of each project.
• Prepares reports, field notes and plates describing in detail the survey performed, and maintains records of work accomplished.
• Determines and implements appropriate resolutions to unforeseen conflicts or delays on individual projects.
• Meets expected deadlines for submission of field notes, final plats, and status reports of work accomplished.
• Communicates with other surveyors, team leads, and landowners that may have an interest in survey projects.
• Replies to the public, private surveyors, State and Federal agencies on technical inquiries concerning interpretation of past and present land surveys in areas assigned.

• Coordinates and integrates phases of survey projects, applies field survey methods, techniques, and procedures in day to day operations.
• Plans and conducts surveys and resurveys involving problems of substantial variety and complexity.
• Leads survey crews, makes work assignments, and provides direction during the progress of each project.
• Prepares reports, field notes and plates describing in detail the survey performed, and maintains records of work accomplished.
• Determines and implements appropriate resolutions to unforeseen conflicts or delays on individual projects.
• Meets expected deadlines for submission of field notes, final plats, and status reports of work accomplished.
• Communicates with other surveyors, team leads, and landowners that may have an interest in survey projects.
• Replies to the public, private surveyors, State and Federal agencies on technical inquiries concerning interpretation of past and present land surveys in areas assigned.

As a Civil Engineer (Highway) Construction {SEASONAL}, you will:

• Provide on-site administration of construction contracts. Ensure projects are constructed according to plans and specifications. Administer projects by providing engineering guidance to the contractor, the client agency, and other project personnel.
• Ensure engineering and technical specification requirements are met and work is accomplished according to the contract documents. Determine the need for and issue directives to the contractor as provided for in the contract and in conformance with Division policies and procedures. Foresee possible problems and take appropriate actions.
• Oversee a range of assigned activities such as materials testing, project schedule, progress estimates, surveys, traffic control, environmental controls, and construction methods. Make recommendations to the project engineer if construction methods and safety measures do not comply with the contract. Determine the acceptability and quality of the day-to-day work. Document daily activities and ensure project files are kept up-to-date and complete.
• Identify possible changes needed and obtain field data as needed. Prepare contract modifications and, as approved by the project engineer, issue directives and contract modifications. Develop independent government estimates and drafts contract modification documents, including pre-negotiation memorandums and negotiation memorandums. Prepare on-site correspondence.
• Carry out the day-to-day project activity and coordinate with contractor staff, co-workers, partner or cooperating agency representatives, State and county officials, local municipalities, property owners, local utilities, and other interested parties, and resolve issues and problems that arise. Maintain public relations through contacts at the local level.

The ideal candidate is an engineer with experience serving as a project engineer responsible for ensuring compliance with contract specifications, providing guidance and technical direction, and providing construction operations input.

As a Construction Control Inspector, you will:

• Be responsible for day-to-day project activity coordination with the client or cooperating agency representatives, state and county units, local municipalities, and other interested groups.
• Administer the construction contract by providing staff and contractor direction and control to ensure that CFLHD projects are constructed according to plans and specifications, reflect the intent of the design, and serve the needs of the client/public.
• Be responsible for the attainment of established construction specification requirements. Determines the necessity for issuance of directives and contract modifications to the contractor.
• Maintain/monitor fiscal control relative to the execution of the construction contract.
• Be responsible for the measurement/documentation of work completed on a daily basis as well as the preparation of monthly progress estimates, final estimates, and the engineering, administrative, and technical reports required by contract provisions and agency policy.

The ideal candidate for this position is a construction management inspector with experience independently and effectively serving as a project engineer or inspector on a variety of construction projects.  Primary duties include ensuring compliance with contract specifications, technical direction and guidance, and contract administration services and support.

As a Construction Control Inspector, you will:

• Be responsible for day-to-day project activity coordination with the client or cooperating agency representatives, state and county units, local municipalities, and other interested groups.
• Administer the construction contract by providing staff and contractor direction and control to ensure that CFLHD projects are constructed according to plans and specifications, reflect the intent of the design, and serve the needs of the client/public.
• Be responsible for the attainment of established construction specification requirements. Determines the necessity for issuance of directives and contract modifications to the contractor.
• Maintain/monitor fiscal control relative to the execution of the construction contract.
• Be responsible for the measurement/documentation of work completed on a daily basis as well as the preparation of monthly progress estimates, final estimates, and the engineering, administrative, and technical reports required by contract provisions and agency policy.

The ideal candidate for this position is a construction manager or inspector with experience independently and effectively serving as a contracting officer’s representative on a variety of construction projects. Primary duties include ensuring compliance with contract specifications, technical direction and guidance, and contract administration services and support.

• The work includes controlling working budgets, and planning, coordinating and directing a construction program in support of civil works, military and environmental clean-up construction projects,
• The work includes a large and complex construction mission for Interagency and International Support (IIS) partners
• Civil works construction includes primarily flood control, and flood control dams, levees and channels, navigation structures, ecosystem restoration and recreation development.
• Military construction involves the full range of facilities for Army and AirForce installations including airfields, missile testing and launch facilities, infrastructure improvement, large family housing facilities
• Military construction also involves multi-storied hospitals, barracks complexes, administration facilities, wharf, pier and bridge infrastructure, aircraft and other fuel distribution and delivery facilities, etc.
• The environmental clean-up program focuses on remediation of hazardous, toxic and radiological wastes (HTRW) as well as unexploded ordinance cleanup for a variety of customers
• Responsibilities include Federal preparedness, response and recovery activities for domestic emergencies such as natural disasters, oil and hazardous spills.
• Hazard mitigation and civil disturbances, emergency water planning and preparedness planning and response to national security emergencies.
• Geographical area for civil works and military and IIS construction projects include Northern to Central California, Utah, and portions of Nevada, Colorado, Wyoming and Oregon
• The programs assigned to the Construction Division require a permanent staff which varies between 200 and 290 employees.

• The work includes controlling working budgets, and planning, coordinating and directing a construction program in support of civil works, military and environmental clean-up construction projects,
• The work includes a large and complex construction mission for Interagency and International Support (IIS) partners
• Civil works construction includes primarily flood control, and flood control dams, levees and channels, navigation structures, ecosystem restoration and recreation development.
• Military construction involves the full range of facilities for Army and AirForce installations including airfields, missile testing and launch facilities, infrastructure improvement, large family housing facilities
• Military construction also involves multi-storied hospitals, barracks complexes, administration facilities, wharf, pier and bridge infrastructure, aircraft and other fuel distribution and delivery facilities, etc.
• The environmental clean-up program focuses on remediation of hazardous, toxic and radiological wastes (HTRW) as well as unexploded ordinance cleanup for a variety of customers
• Responsibilities include Federal preparedness, response and recovery activities for domestic emergencies such as natural disasters, oil and hazardous spills.
• Hazard mitigation and civil disturbances, emergency water planning and preparedness planning and response to national security emergencies.
• Geographical area for civil works and military and IIS construction projects include Northern to Central California, Utah, and portions of Nevada, Colorado, Wyoming and Oregon
• The programs assigned to the Construction Division require a permanent staff which varies between 200 and 290 employees.

• Prepares, maintains, and reviews for accuracy all property inventory listings.
• Processes property disposal and accounting transactions using automated systems.
• Serves as primary visitor control point of contact to screen all vehicles and personnel entering the facilities.
• Composes and types routine, non-technical correspondence and/or one-time reports.
• Compiles management data, statistics, information and flow charts.

Major Duties include:

Incumbent is considered to be a working foreman and is expected to assist with work in all trades supervised. Incumbent coordinates work with VA staff in charge of the area where the work is to be accomplished to minimize disruptions and delays. He/she coordinates and cooperates with other supervisors, including but not limited to the Chief of Maintenance and Repair Section (MARS), Maintenance Supervisor and Operations Supervisor to avoid conflicting schedules between departments. Incumbent provides input when requested regarding project personnel selection.

Incumbent reports directly to the Chief of Projects. Work is assigned on a long-term, as well as a day-to-day basis. Assignments are received orally, or in writing, or both. Specific problems are discussed with the Chief of Projects for extensive and difficult assignments. However, normal, routine assignments are given with reference only to the desired results and time for accomplishment. Work is reviewed principally on the basis of results obtained.

Incumbent is proficient in construction safety and either has a current OSHA 30 hour certification or will have OSHA 30 hour certification within 30 days of commitment to this position. He/She will have oversight of the projects safety program and will conduct regular shop safety meetings that cover topics which ensure employee safety when performing assigned work tasks. He/She will be responsible for project site safety plans including risk assessments and mitigation procedures. He/she motivates subordinates to operate as an effective working unit; trains new staff in methods and procedures; ensures safe working conditions within the work site making sure safeguards are used in handling tools and materials, and in operation of power equipment; and ensures that good housekeeping practices are observed in all work areas. All compliance issues will be addressed directly and reported to the Chief of Projects daily.

Incumbent is directly responsible for performance of assigned construction personnel, both in quality and quantity. The incumbent makes work assignments and explains to subordinates the work to be accomplished, sequence and priority of work, and interpretation of the plans and specifications. He/she makes adjustments in layout or procedure to eliminate slowdowns or stoppage of work. He/she makes daily checks on jobs in progress and initiates corrective measures where there are discrepancies. He/she should have above average knowledge of Microsoft Project and scheduling techniques for multiple projects (Healthcare setting preferred).

Incumbent must have knowledge of infection control guidelines, procedures and abatement technology solutions for minimizing the spread of particulates generated during construction activities within a Health Care Facility. Incumbent is responsible for compliance with infection control measures constructed and maintained on all projects and shall report violations to the Chief of Projects.

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

• Performs tasks related to all technical aspects of the disposal program.
• Performs a wide variety of technical tasks relating to property disposal system through reutilization, transfer, donation (R/T/D) and sales of excess DoD property involving a large variety of specialized items and equipment.
• Performs tasks related to the oversight of disposal contracts.
• May be responsible for the selection of property for sale and the preparation of sales write-ups.
• Ensures property is efficiently and effectively accounted for, described, and made available to organizations for screening.

Construction Project Manager - Multifamily Renovation / Redevelopment

At Fairfield, we are proud to be a leader in the multifamily housing industry. We are passionate about creating exceptional and luxurious apartment living. Among the most experienced multifamily companies, Fairfield has developed and acquired over 1000 communities since 1985.  We are an award-winning company that proudly employs over 1,400 associates who are dedicated to serving our customers at our apartment communities located in over 30 markets nationwide.

We have a great opportunity for you to work side by side with our passionate, bright and highly experienced professionals in the Multifamily Housing industry.

Education/Certificates:

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree
• Certified in First Aid and CPR
• OSHA Certified

Experience:

• 7+ Years of commercial construction field in either new construction, renovation and rehab, commercial preferably in Multifamily
• Must display a positive and professional attitude at all times
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA regulations, current building codes, contract documents, insurance and bonding concepts, etc..
• Estimating experience a plus.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Strong Leadership Ability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer skills to include, Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, Timberline and Microsoft Project
• Ability to work long, unsupervised hours, including working during “off hours” and/or weekends
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions including rain events, extreme hot and cold
• Ability to manage multiple projects at different stages of renovation/construction
• Ensure project completion on-time and on-budget
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency

Essential Duties:

• Develop a construction schedule during the project planning phase
• Establish project objectives, policies and procedures within the boundaries of company policy (i.e,, project start-up meetings, project start-up information, progress meetings, etc.).
• Prepare and distribute bid packages to qualified vendors and conduct pre-bid meetings to those selected
• Negotiate final cost and scope of work for all subcontracts, change orders and purchase orders as required
• Direct the activities involved with the preparation of mock-ups
• Management, coordination, and inspection of contractor work while project is in progress and be able to contribute feedback that might make work safer, cheaper, cleaner, lower impact or any other way improve the operational success of the projects
• Familiarity with accepted buildings practices, materials and techniques, knowledge of common and general code requirements, ADA requirements, mechanical systems and components, permitting processes and requirements, market pricing and lien waivers.
• Strong ability to read and understand plans and specifications, comprehensive knowledge of commercial construction means, methods and “best” practices and related systems.
• Responsible for  maintaining an accurate/up to date project schedule, cost report, weekly reports and progress photos
• Regularly monitor field operations through site visits and inspections and scan jobsite for potential safety concerns.
• Work with superintendent to develop site logistics plan
• Act as liaison between Property Management and Construction Team
• Coordinate preparation and distribution of all project close-out materials including, but not limited to, warranty manuals and as-built drawings
• Coordinate, supervise and ensure completion of all Warranty issues after project completion through the approved warranty process
• Ensure accurate and timely final billings from subcontractors and collect all final lien waivers, warranties, as-builts, etc…
• Ability to assist Construction Manager on due diligence walks – assess property conditions, estimate repair and construction costs, mark-up site plans with work locations, creation of DD reports and projected budgets, assessment of landscape and drainage conditions, taking and publishing photos of work examples and written summaries of overall property

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Estimated Rate of Pay:

This position is exempt; the range above reflects annual salary.

The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity*. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any). In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements: 

• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional) 
• Matched 401(k) 
• Medical, dental & vision insurance 
• Flexible spending account 
• Life insurance 

* Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements.  

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer 

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. Although the full salary range is posted, the target salary range for this position is $21.00-24.00. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: 

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service 

• 457B Retirement Plan 

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year 

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date 

Location 

In this position you will report to the Denver Wastewater Building (2000 W. 3rd) each morning, and then work at various locations across the City.  

What You’ll Do 

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website.

DOTI’s Commitment to Equity:

• DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.

• DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.

Wastewater Management oversees all aspects of wastewater functions, including the construction, operation, maintenance of the City’s sanitary and storm systems, and responding to customer inquiries regarding sewage and storm drainage service charges. As a Utility Worker on the Construction team, you will assist with general labor, safety, and related work tasks on a crew with Equipment Operators. DOTI offers great advancement opportunities to build within its agency and the City as a whole, making this a great place to build a career.

Specifically as a Utility Worker II you will:

• Performs semi-skilled and light to heavy physical labor on a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair projects including new and existing sanitary and storm structures, mowing, and weed whipping of grass, shoveling/raking of dirt and rock, and all general cleanup of jobsites.  Making repairs in and outside sanitary and storm manholes. Making repairs in and outside storm inlets. Mixing cement for various types of work which require breaking out old concrete and installing new concrete. Assisting in raking asphalt when re-patching roads after repairs are complete.

• Operates light weight equipment powered by small engines for maintenance and minor construction projects and patches asphalt and paved areas.  These include jumping jack compactors, plate compactors, jackhammer pavement breakers etc.

• Performs minor repairs on gardening and grounds equipment, vehicles, and machinery including repairs of sprinkler systems and may design and fabricate equipment and tools as needed

• Places and removes barricades, cones, and other traffic control and safety devices in and around work areas for construction and maintenance projects in accordance with traffic regulation requirement

• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Participates in the snow removal program driving a tandem plow for the winter season.

About You

What You’ll Bring 

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Previous experience in the construction industry.

• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.

• Knowledge of operating equipment and the use of small to medium hand tools.

• Willingness to work in inclement weather, road environments, dust, fumes, etc.

• Available for overtime opportunities and/or weekends

• Desire to follow a career path and promote to other positions within the department, such as Equipment Operator I, Equipment Operator II, etc. (We provide on the job training!)

Required Minimum Qualifications 

We recognize your time is valuable, so please do not apply unless you meet the following required minimum qualifications:

• Education requirement: None

• Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience performing unskilled labor work.

• Education/Experience Equivalency:  Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement

• License/Certifications: Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.

• Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL ""B"") with appropriate endorsements within six (6) months of employment and must be kept current as a condition of employment.

• By position, requires a CDL Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of hire.

• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

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Application Deadline 

This position is expected to stay open until 11:59pm on March 15th. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than March 15th at 11:59.  

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The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. 

Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

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