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Cambridge, Massachusetts, Position Description   Harvard Capital Projects (HCP) is an internal resource for the Harvard community providing project management services across the entire campus. HCP works collaboratively with a variety of Harvard Schools and Departments, providing project management services for large and small projects including new buildings, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades. HCP prides itself on providing its clients with the highest value services. The Project Controls Specialist I (PCS) reports to the HCP Assistant Manager of Budget, Controls and Reporting. The PCS helps maintain project controls and administrative services processes and procedures for Harvard Capital Projects and ensures their execution on all projects. The Project Controls Specialist I is expected to perform typical project control functions (including but not limited to cost control, schedule control, change review, contract, and process adherence) for various projects.   Responsibilities: Participates as a full member of HCP’s professional team in the process to deliver all projects. Supports the HCP Project Management and Controls team in ensuring successful project delivery. Reviews and processes invoices and requisitions Reviews and processes change orders, allowances, and contingencies. Assist with maintaining project budgets, forecasts, and cash flows in Excel and various university systems.  Ensures integrity of project cost data Ensures adherence to Contracts and University Policy  Documents project controls procedures, systems, and file management Assist with project set up. Assists with Workforce and UBE data collection on projects. Assists with various HCP, Client, and University reporting needs. Assists with managing the invoice and requisition emails. Attending project and internal meetings, as necessary. Participates as a member of HCP’s professional team and Harvard University’s internal community of design and construction professionals, contributing knowledge and experience for the University’s greater good.  Perform other duties as assigned   Basic Qualifications   Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required Minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience   Additional Qualifications and Skills   Additional Qualifications: Concentration in a technical field (architecture, engineering, or construction management) related to construction, project management, or the equivalent is preferred but not required.  Fundamental understanding of project control and monitoring practices Knowledge of standard project management, contracting, scheduling, software. Established verbal and written communication skills. Ability to remain well organized and prioritize work, sometimes in time constrained environments.  Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.  Ability to work well in a dynamic team environment.  Demonstrated willingness to learn.  Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in finding mutually agreeable solutions within project constraints. Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse organization. Helps sustain an environment that fosters teamwork, excellence, respect, accountability, and diversity.   Apply Here PI238697882

Cambridge, Massachusetts, Position Description   Harvard Capital Projects (HCP) is an internal resource for the Harvard community providing project management services across the entire campus. HCP works collaboratively with a variety of Harvard Schools and Departments, providing project management services for large and small projects including new buildings, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades. HCP prides itself on providing its clients with the highest value services. The Project Controls Specialist I (PCS) reports to the HCP Assistant Manager of Budget, Controls and Reporting. The PCS helps maintain project controls and administrative services processes and procedures for Harvard Capital Projects and ensures their execution on all projects. The Project Controls Specialist I is expected to perform typical project control functions (including but not limited to cost control, schedule control, change review, contract, and process adherence) for various projects.   Responsibilities: Participates as a full member of HCP’s professional team in the process to deliver all projects. Supports the HCP Project Management and Controls team in ensuring successful project delivery. Reviews and processes invoices and requisitions Reviews and processes change orders, allowances, and contingencies. Assist with maintaining project budgets, forecasts, and cash flows in Excel and various university systems.  Ensures integrity of project cost data Ensures adherence to Contracts and University Policy  Documents project controls procedures, systems, and file management Assist with project set up. Assists with Workforce and UBE data collection on projects. Assists with various HCP, Client, and University reporting needs. Assists with managing the invoice and requisition emails. Attending project and internal meetings, as necessary. Participates as a member of HCP’s professional team and Harvard University’s internal community of design and construction professionals, contributing knowledge and experience for the University’s greater good.  Perform other duties as assigned   Basic Qualifications   Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required Minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience   Additional Qualifications and Skills   Additional Qualifications: Concentration in a technical field (architecture, engineering, or construction management) related to construction, project management, or the equivalent is preferred but not required.  Fundamental understanding of project control and monitoring practices Knowledge of standard project management, contracting, scheduling, software. Established verbal and written communication skills. Ability to remain well organized and prioritize work, sometimes in time constrained environments.  Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.  Ability to work well in a dynamic team environment.  Demonstrated willingness to learn.  Demonstrated flexibility and creativity in finding mutually agreeable solutions within project constraints. Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse organization. Helps sustain an environment that fosters teamwork, excellence, respect, accountability, and diversity.   Apply Here PI238697881

Klamath Falls, Oregon, Klamath Falls, Oregon, is a healthy community with welcoming neighborhoods where citizens aspire to live, thrive, and enjoy the quality of life afforded by their surroundings, opportunities, and values. A city of more than 22,000 residents, Klamath Falls drives community engagement, local beautification, and economic opportunities. Known as the “City of Sunshine,” it boasts an average of 300 sunny days a year and enjoys a coveted location that includes an unmatched outdoor lifestyle. The City of Klamath Falls is seeking an Assistant or Associate Engineer (DOQ) who will work under the direction of the City Engineer, who plays an integral role in the management and performance of top-level professional civil engineering work. The position provides administrative solutions to complex problems that arise in the design, review, and construction of City infrastructure and related development projects. Assistant Engineer requires Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field from an accredited college; and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in related construction and/or engineering plan review and associated field inspection sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.  Must have passed the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE). Associate Engineer requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field from an accredited college; and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in progressively responsible design, constructions management, inspection, plan check and complex development and land use review experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.  A Masters’ degree may substitute for some experience.  Professional Civil Engineering License in the State of Oregon, or Professional Civil Engineer registration in a reciprocal state with the ability to obtain Oregon registration within six (6) months of hire date.  Professional license must be presented for verification. All positions require a valid Oregon Driver’s License. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver’s license within 30 days. The City of Klamath Falls offers a wide variety of benefits for the permanent, full-time employee. Paid Vacation, Sick & Holidays Employees accrue vacation and sick leave, plus twelve paid holidays per year. Hartford Life Insurances City pays 100% for following coverage: Basic Life = $20,000 and AD&D = $20,000 BlueCross BlueShield Medical, Express Scripts, Delta Dental and VSP Vision. HRA VEBA Accounts An HRA is a type of health plan that puts you in control. It’s a savings account for your family’s medical care expenses and premiums. The money comes from your employer. Depending on your employer’s plan design, you can begin spending your HRA right away, or save it up until you meet certain eligibility requirements, such as separation from service or retirement. Flexible Spending Accounts (IRS 125 Plan) provides a means of saving pre-tax dollars to pay for dependent care and non-reimbursed health expenses not covered by health insurance. Retirement MissionSquare offers several types of payroll contributions available to full-time employees. 457 Pre-tax or 457 Roth After-tax, and PERS (Public Employees Retirement System)

Klamath Falls, Oregon, The City of Klamath Falls is seeking an Assistant or Associate Engineer (DOQ) who will work under the direction of the City Engineer, who plays an integral role in the management and performance of top-level professional civil engineering work. The position provides administrative solutions to complex problems that arise in the design, review, and construction of City infrastructure and related development projects. Assistant Engineer requires Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field from an accredited college; and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in related construction and/or engineering plan review and associated field inspection sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.  Must have passed the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE). Associate Engineer requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field from an accredited college; and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in progressively responsible design, constructions management, inspection, plan check and complex development and land use review experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.  A Masters’ degree may substitute for some experience.  Professional Civil Engineering License in the State of Oregon, or Professional Civil Engineer registration in a reciprocal state with the ability to obtain Oregon registration within six (6) months of hire date.  Professional license must be presented for verification. All positions require a valid Oregon Driver’s License. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver’s license within 30 days. The City of Klamath Falls offers a wide variety of benefits for the permanent, full-time employee. Paid Vacation, Sick & Holidays Employees accrue vacation and sick leave, plus twelve paid holidays per year. Hartford Life Insurances City pays 100% for following coverage:Basic Life = $20,000 and AD&D = $20,000 BlueCross BlueShield Medical, Express Scripts, Delta Dental and VSP Vision. HRA VEBA Accounts An HRA is a type of health plan that puts you in control. It’s a savings account for your family’s medical care expenses and premiums. The money comes from your employer. Depending on your employer’s plan design, you can begin spending your HRA right away, or save it up until you meet certain eligibility requirements, such as separation from service or retirement. Flexible Spending Accounts(IRS 125 Plan) provides a means of saving pre-tax dollars to pay for dependent care and non-reimbursed health expenses not covered by health insurance. Retirement MissionSquare offers several types of payroll contributions available to full-time employees. 457 Pre-tax or 457 Roth After-tax and PERS (Public Employees Retirement System)

Elgin, Senior Fire Sprinkler Design Engineer (NICET III Water-Based Systems Layout) Full time, 40 hours weekly Position Summary: Job Description (What You'll Do): The Senior Design Engineer will act as the Fire Protection Engineering authority over electro-mechanical/hydro-mechanical fire protection systems. These systems may include water delivery systems, fire suppression systems and fire alarm systems. Review construction contract documents and coordinate with general contractors/ business owners to gather the required information to design Fire & Life Safety projects Design layout of fire protection, sprinkler and standpipe systems using AutoCAD/HydraCAD programs Perform field surveys and identify code issues and solutions Attend coordination and job progress meetings Create fabrication/stock listing for system components and purchase materials throughout the course of the project Complete material equipment submittals Compute hydraulic calculations The Senior Fire Protection Design Engineer will coordinate with other FVFS departments within the office to ensure proper handoff of job information Submittals to AHJ’s/owners/architects/engineers/insurance companies Close out procedures/O&M manuals as necessary Identify changes in project scope that impact cost, schedule, and labor - Monitor progress and financial metrics throughout the project ensuring compliance with schedule and budgetary guidelines Create and submit change orders in a timely manner Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers to ensure FVFS meets customer expectations. What You'll Bring to Fox Valley Fire & Safety Company: Demonstrated knowledge of building codes Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints Experience with AutoCAD/HydraCAD NICET Level III Certified in Water-Based Systems Layout Navis Simulate and/or BIM coordination is a plus Familiarity with NFPA standards Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, background and reference check Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality Ability to be self-motivated and prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines Continued communication and collaboration with Fox Valley Fire and Safety staff Follow Fox Valley Fire and Safety Co. policies and procedures Other miscellaneous duties as assigned Must be located within a reasonable commuting distance to Elgin, IL  Education, Training & Certifications Required: Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required 3-5 years minimum experience in Engineering, ideally in the Fire Protection field NICET III Certification in Water-Based Systems Layout is required Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Professional Engineer (PE) designation is desired What we offer: Fox Valley Fire & Safety Co. offers a comprehensive and robust employee benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance which is available to employees and their dependents from Day 1 of employment. We offer multiple retirement savings plans, including 401k with employer match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays, and more. We are a growing organization offering career advancement and an environment of collaboration. #foxvalleyfire   NICET III Water-Based Systems Layout

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