Federal Construction SME

Position Overview

EnDyna Inc. a company with over 20 years’ experience supporting the U.S. Government’s cybersecurity, defense, occupational safety, clean environment, and public health missions is seeking a Federal Construction Subject Matter Expert to support the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Environmental and Climate Justice (ECJ) grant programs. The Construction SME will provide technical assistance to communities awarded 3-year construction project grants under the Inflation Reduction Act.

As the Federal Construction SME, you will play a crucial role in supporting the EPA’s Environmental and Climate Justice grant programs by providing technical expertise and guidance to federal program officers, grantees, and partner organizations. You will work hands-on with stakeholders to develop and implement climate action strategies, focusing on green infrastructure, renewable energy, transportation access, brownfield development, and more. Experience with federally funded construction projects is a must. Experience working with tribal communities is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and reviewing work plans and budgets with communities is a key responsibility.
• Deliver technical assistance and guidance to communities in identifying required state, federal and local permits and potential project regulatory and compliance risks and challenges.
• Assist in establishing quality control processes to ensure alignment with federal standards and specifications.
• Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify project needs and risks, not limited to financial, supply chain, environment and weather-related impediments.
• Collaborate with project teams to prepare for audits and inspections, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations, policies, and best practices in federal construction, procurement, and climate resilience.
• Develop and refine processes to match EnDyna’s SMEs to community’s technical assistance requirements. Oversee EnDyna personnel executing the processes.
  
  

Key Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Skills: Ability to schedule projects, manage budgets, and handle risk management. 
• Software Proficiency: Experience with tools like AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or Procore. 
• Knowledge: Understanding of building codes, safety standards (like those from OSHA), and various construction methods.
• At least 10 years of experience managing federal construction projects, including those funded by federal grants.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal regulations (FAR, 2 CFR 200, EPA standards).
• In-depth understanding of design and engineering standards and the federal regulatory framework, including BABA, Davis Bacon, NEPA, etc.
• Demonstrated experience with federal permitting requirements, brownfield assessments and procurement requirements.
• Exceptional organizational, financial management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in utilizing project management software and CRM systems.
• Must be able and willing to travel to locations across the United States, Alaska and other US territories, as necessary.
  
  

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Experience collaborating with tribal communities on federally funded construction projects.
• Certified Professional Engineer.
• Familiarity with managing projects that involve data sovereignty.
• Familiarity with process design and reengineering.
• Expertise in conducting energy audits and implementing offsets.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials disposal processes.
• Experience with land acquisition procedures.
• Strong understanding of green infrastructure, transportation planning, energy-efficient building design, and other climate action strategies highly preferred:

• Green infrastructure and nature-based solutions such as:

• Climate resilience and carbon sequestration through tree planting

• Stormwater projects

• Public parks and open spaces

• Mobility and transportation options for preventing air pollution, improving public health and climate resilience

• Energy efficient, healthy, resilient housing and buildings

• Microgrid installation

• Community resilience hubs

• Brownfields redevelopment

• Waste reduction and management in support of circular economy

• Workforce development programs for occupations that reduce GHG emissions and air pollutants.
  

The salary range for this position is $160,000-$180,000 annually and will be commensurate with qualifications, experience and geography. EnDyna offers medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and his/her family, a 401K retirement plan with employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage and life insurance.

It is EnDyna’s policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.