Job Description
Role Overview
The Construction Oversight Manager supports municipalities (subrecipients) in implementing recovery projects funded by CDBG-DR grants. This hybrid role involves managing construction oversight activities across Puerto Rico, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and program requirements, and facilitating successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a team of construction oversight staff to conduct monthly site visits to monitor construction progress and compliance with Subrecipient Agreements, environmental clearance documents, and health and safety plans. Review and recommend certifications for payment and construction change orders. Prepare detailed reports for the Project Manager based on monitoring visits, documenting progress, compliance, and any issues identified. Provide feedback to subrecipients’ health and safety officers or representatives following site visits. Assist in developing and reviewing construction documents, including revision checklists design reviews. Ensure construction contracts include required provisions, particularly those mandating contractor development and implementation of health and safety plans in compliance with Puerto Rico OSHA-approved State Plan and PR OSHA policies. Support the program team and subrecipients with additional duties as needed. Minimal Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field. OSHA 30-hour construction industry training certification obtained at least five (5) years ago. Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction inspections. Minimum two (2) years of experience in federally funded construction projects within the last six (6) years. Preferred Skills & Experiences
Fluent verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English. Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check. Strong time management, critical thinking, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively under changing deadlines and priorities. Performance Expectations
Demonstrate full understanding of the Infrastructure Program process, including all program guidelines, user guides, and PRDOH policies. Assist in preparing and updating the team’s health and safety plan. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on performance, challenges, and opportunities. Establish work hours as needed to support the project team, including nights, weekends, and overtime. Accurately enter time and comments into the DisasTRAX time reporting tool daily (or at least weekly), ensuring alignment with company timesheet requirements. Submit timesheets and expense reports on time, following company policies. Coordinate all planned and unplanned absences with your manager as soon as practical.