Lead Subcontract Technical Representative (STR) - Construction Services

The Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking a Lead Subcontractor Technical Representative (STR) to provide expert technical oversight of construction subcontractors supporting mission-critical infrastructure, laboratory facilities, and capital improvement projects.

This position serves as the Laboratory's on-site technical authority responsible for ensuring construction subcontractors execute work safely, compliantly, on schedule, within scope, and to the highest standards of quality. The Senior STR acts as the primary technical interface between Laboratory project management, construction management, safety organizations, engineering authorities, and subcontractor field leadership.

This role requires deep knowledge of federal construction oversight, DOE orders, and complex facility environments including commercial, nuclear, radiological, high-hazard, or mission-critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Construction Oversight & Field Leadership
• DOE & Regulatory Compliance
• Technical Coordination
• Performance & Risk Management
• Project Support

Construction Oversight & Field Leadership

• Provide day-to-day technical oversight of subcontractor construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with contract documents, technical specifications, drawings, and Laboratory standards.
• Monitor field execution for quality, safety, environmental compliance, and schedule adherence.
• Review and validate subcontractor work plans, hazard analyses (AHAs), and installation methodologies.
• Conduct field inspections and document performance.

DOE & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable DOE Orders (e.g., DOE O 413.3, DOE O 420.1, DOE O 422.1 as applicable), federal regulations, and site-specific requirements.
• Support readiness reviews, operational acceptance, and turnover documentation.
• Verify proper implementation of Integrated Safety Management (ISM) principles.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure adherence to NQA-1 where applicable.

Technical Coordination

• Interface with design engineering to resolve technical discrepancies and field conditions.
• Review submittals, RFIs, change requests, and field modifications for technical adequacy.
• Support constructability reviews and value engineering discussions.
• Provide technical input into cost and schedule impact assessments.

Performance & Risk Management

• Identify and escalate construction risks, safety concerns, and performance issues.
• Recommend corrective actions and ensure resolution.
• Monitor subcontractor productivity and workmanship.
• Support claims avoidance through proactive issue resolution and documentation.

Project Support

• Participate in project planning, pre-construction meetings, and kickoff sessions.
• Contribute to commissioning and turnover activities.
• Assist in development of independent government cost estimates (IGCEs) when needed.
• Mentor junior STRs and field oversight personnel.

Core Competencies

• Technical judgment in complex construction environments
• Strong documentation and field reporting skills
• Ability to challenge subcontractor performance constructively
• Risk-based decision-making
• Clear communication with executive leadership and field personnel
• High integrity and commitment to safety culture

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive construction experience, including oversight of complex commercial, industrial, or government projects.
• Experience overseeing subcontractors in a regulated environment (DOE, DOD, nuclear, or high-hazard industrial setting preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of construction codes, safety standards (OSHA), and quality control processes.
• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, and construction submittals.
• Demonstrated ability to lead field coordination across multiple stakeholders.
• For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on DOE capital asset projects under DOE O 413.3 or similar type of projects.
• Familiarity with nuclear facility construction or safety-class/safety-significant systems as well as commercial/industry standards for non-nuclear/high hazard construction.
• Knowledge of NQA-1 quality requirements.
• Experience with commissioning, startup, or readiness processes.
• Prior experience as a COR, STR, or owner's representative.

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based with frequent site walks and inspections.
• Exposure to active construction environments.
• May require occasional extended hours to support critical path activities.

"We put science to work!"

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation's environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

*Benefits vary based upon employment status

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan:
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  • Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
  • Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
  
  
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the "About" tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.