Job Description
Tetra Tech provides best-in-class energy consulting services for clients worldwide. Our work advances clean energy to achieve climate and decarbonization goals; creates sustainable utilities and modern grids; and promotes gender equality and economic inclusivity at the energy nexus.
Position & job summary
We are recruiting for an experienced local, part-time, Construction Project Manager currently based in Chişinău, Moldova to support the implementation of the USAID administered Moldova Energy Security Activity (MESA). The objective of MESA is to strengthen Moldova’s energy security by: (1) advancing physical and market integration of the Moldovan energy sector with Europe; (2) increasing renewable energy integration; and (3) increasing investment in energy efficiency and domestic power generation, particularly through increased adoption of renewable energy technologies.
The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for MESA’s in-house engineering and construction professional, overseeing the design and construction of small-scale electrical projects by local contractors. This position is part-time, and hiring is contingent upon USAID approval. Tetra Tech values a diverse workplace and strives to achieve gender equality. Learn more about the MESA project here.
Position responsibilities:
- Support Technical Lead on developing preliminary project assessments and scopes of work (assessments of existing buildings, reviewing construction plans, supporting contractor selection, etc.);
- Coordinate and facilitate design reviews for small-scale construction and installation activities involving installation of photovoltaic (PV) systems, electrical efficiency upgrades and fiber optic cabling that may include multiple discipline features (electrical, instrumentation/controls, civil, structural, mechanical and other);
- Oversee and manage the construction subcontractor(s) for MESA on construction projects involving installation of PV systems, electrical efficiency upgrades and fiber optic installations;
- Ensure MESA is implementing oversight according to project requirements and agreed-upon plans;
- Support coordination of MESA’s response to contractor submittals, requests for information, change orders, payment vouchers, and non-conformance issues. Review contractor submittals or coordinate with home office and/or local designers to review. Track status and timelines;
- Finalize and compile Construction Activity Reports;
- Identify local cross-cutting resources needed to support the construction activities;
- Promote consistency in quality assurance (QA) across activities and sites;
- Monitor and track material delivery (purchased by MESA);
- Perform acceptance and handover of material to the construction subcontractor;
- Oversee reporting from project sites to MESA management, track resolution of construction related issues;
- Solve problems related to construction and design;
- Interview, hire and deploy Site Supervisors and field staff;
- Manage and oversee all MESA Site Supervisors and field staff;
- Provide training and capacity building to Site Supervisors and field staff;
- Conduct periodic site visits to ensure quality of construction and schedule compliance. Provide coverage for the Site Supervisors as needed;
- Perform work in a team-oriented environment, while reporting to the Technical Lead of the MESA team
Essential KSAs required (experience, skills, education, certification, etc.):
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a comparable discipline
- At least seven years of experience managing construction projects of similar complexity;
- Must have demonstrated knowledge of infrastructure and construction norms (e.g., quality and practices) in Moldova; as well as local electrical codes
- Experience with installation of electrical systems required.
- Must have experience in establishing and implementing quality assurance programs for infrastructure projects
- Must have creative problem solving and management skills;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Word and Excel
- Proficiency in speaking, reading and writing in English and Romanian on a professional basis.
Valued but not required KSAs:
- Experience working on USAID or donor-funded construction supervision and design activities preferred.
About the Organization
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.
At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting http://www.tetratech.com/en/benefits.
For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratech.com. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at www.tetratech.com/careers.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
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