Engineering Technician
Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida. Our technical support centers extend across Southeast Asia and East Africa, enabling us to provide comprehensive program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. As a trusted small business partner, Planate specializes in planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services. We proudly support the missions of the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and its branches—Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps—along with various U.S. federal agencies, delivering exceptional service across the globe.
We are looking for an Engineering Technician to join our team in Keflavik, Iceland. As an Engineering Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with government contracts and safety requirements, providing technical assistance, and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the construction process.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular visits to project sites to verify compliance with construction contracts, designs, safety protocols, and UFC requirements, and prepare Quality Assurance Reports (QARs) for each visit.
- Attend key project meetings, including post-award, weekly QC/Owners Meetings, and construction conferences, ensuring government representation when required.
- Review and provide feedback on technical and administrative submittals, including Quality Control Plans, safety plans, schedules, and test reports.
- Monitor contractor compliance with quality and safety requirements, documenting any corrective actions needed.
- Analyze construction contractor daily reports and project schedules to ensure adherence to contract milestones.
- Provide technical assistance in resolving Requests for Information (RFIs) and monitor material testing for contract compliance.
- Assist in scheduling outages to prevent work stoppages and ensure efficient coordination between contractor, client, and tenant operations.
- Oversee the closeout process, including punch list completion, testing of major systems, and final acceptance.
- Ensure as-built drawings and OMSI manuals are updated and completed on time.
- Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience as an Engineering Technician, superintendent, or quality control/assurance manager on Department of Navy or Department of Defense construction projects.
- Strong knowledge of civil, mechanical, electrical, and/or environmental construction practices.
- Ability to review and understand complex engineering specifications and contracts.
- Experience monitoring construction schedules, milestones, and contractor compliance.
- Fluency in English (CEFR level C1 preferred, B2 minimum); knowledge of Icelandic is preferred but not required.
- Physical ability to perform tasks in extreme environments, including confined spaces and using fall protection equipment.
- Completion of the 40-hour EM 385-1-1 Construction Safety Course (or within 90 days of starting) and Construction Quality Management for Contractors course.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- 401K plan eligibility upon hire
- Health and Savings Account plan
- Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage
- Short-term Disability Insurance Coverage
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Offering
- Training and Development
- License/Certification support
- Recognition and Rewards program
- Travel Insurance