Pavement Assessment Engineer
Location: Fort Polk, LA
Pay: $80-95K per year
NOTE: Must reside within 50 miles of Fort Polk, LA – Directorate of Public Works
Overview
Areli, Inc. invites applications for a pavement assessment engineer position at Fort Polk, Louisiana. The successful candidate will evaluate the condition and performance of paved infrastructure—including roads and parking lots—across the installation. Their work supports both military and civilian operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and effective resource management.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive on-site inspections of roads and parking lots, documenting pavement conditions and identifying distresses and structural concerns. Survey 25% of the road and parking lot pavement inventory annually to maintain an accurate and up-to-date Pavement Condition Index (PCI) for each section. Apply inspection techniques and distress identification methods as outlined in ASTM D6433 Standard Practice for Roads and Parking Lots Pavement Condition Index Surveys to ensure standardized and precise assessments. Use advanced tools—including ground-penetrating radar, laser profilers, and core sampling—to analyze pavement health and deterioration patterns. Record, track, and analyze pavement condition data using SMS PAVER (Sustainment Management System), maintaining data integrity and supporting maintenance and rehabilitation decisions. Prepare thorough technical reports, including findings, photographs, recommendations, and maintenance priorities, tailored for diverse audiences at Fort Polk. Collaborate with engineers, asset managers, and government agencies to develop prioritized repair schedules and predict future pavement needs. Monitor the quality of maintenance and rehabilitation projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards. Evaluate pavement safety risks and communicate findings to stakeholders, supporting both operational and public needs. Maintain meticulous records, inspection dates, and historical performance data in management systems. Liaise regularly with Fort Polk officials, contractors, and the broader community to share pavement status and respond to inquiries. Stay current with best practices in pavement assessment, materials, and emerging technologies through ongoing professional development.Essential Skills and Competencies
Proficiency with ASTM D6433 Standard Practice for Roads and Parking Lots Pavement Condition Index Surveys, including distress identification and application of condition rating methodologies. Experience with SMS PAVER is highly desirable; familiarity with pavement management software is required. Strong understanding of pavement design, materials, construction techniques, and failure modes, with knowledge tailored to the climate and conditions of Fort Polk, Louisiana. Analytical skills for interpreting complex datasets and drawing evidence-based conclusions. Clear communication skills for reporting findings and engaging stakeholders. Attention to detail during inspections and analysis, ensuring accuracy at every step. Physical stamina for fieldwork in varied weather conditions. Project management skills to oversee multiple assessment projects and deadlines. Teamwork and collaboration with other professionals on-site. Commitment to safety and regulations in all aspects of assessment and reporting.Tools and Technologies
Digital tablets and checklists for field data entry Ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and laser profilers Pavement core samplers and laboratory tools Deflectometers and falling weight devices SMS PAVER (Sustainment Management System) for inventory tracking, analysis, and reporting GPS and GIS for mapping and referencingWork Environment
The engineer will divide their time between outdoor inspections at Fort Polk and office-based analysis and reporting at the Fort Polk Directorate of Public Works. The position requires flexibility, travel across the installation, and the ability to work in Louisiana’s climate.
Benefits:
401(k) with company match Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off 13 paid holidaysSchedule: 40+ hours per week; Mon-Fri 0730-1630
Requirements:Qualifications and Experience
Degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering, construction management, or a related field. Certifications from relevant professional bodies, such as ASCE or ISSA, are advantageous. 3+ years of experience in pavement assessment, road inspection, or related fields, with a preference for candidates with prior work using SMS PAVER and ASTM D6433 methodologies. Valid driver’s license required for site visits across Fort Polk. US Citizen Ability to pass and retain a National Agency Check InvestigationAreli is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
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The ETCS will be assigned to support individual construction projects. Projects assigned will vary in type, complexity, and magnitude including structures and related work such as office and shop buildings, airfield expansions, utility installation, wharf repairs, industrial facilities, etc. Projects may be in the $5M to $400M+ range.
Furnish their designated Government representatives with documentation indicating whether the construction conforms to the contract requirements. Act as the primary person responsible for monitoring construction contractor’s efforts with regards to on-site quality assurance and safety compliance. Coordinate construction operations between contractors, station personnel, and other government agencies. Provide technical oversight of multiple construction contracts Assess the adequacy of the construction contractor’s quality control program. Participate in all “Preconstruction Meetings”, “Post-Award Kickoff Meetings”, and "Partnering" activities during construction (workshops, meetings, etc.) as required. Attend quality control, preparatory and initial meetings and monitor three-phases of control checklists for accuracy and thoroughness. Follow NAVFAC Business Process Management System (BPMS), , Kilo-Grams and associated Naval Engineering Training and Operating Procedures Standards (NETOPS) in the execution of required tasks. Act in direct support the construction manager/construction oversight engineer as required if such duties are not specifically outlined herein. Review/Analyze Requests for Information (RFIs) and submittals and provide the Government with comments and recommendations. Maintain working files utilizing the electronic Construction Management System (eCMS), Share Point, or other approve project specific Construction Management system authorized for the project. Monitor compliance with environmental protection requirements and document all findings in QA log Report and document instances of non-compliance with quality control and safety requirements. Monitor and document construction surveying, materials and system testing conducted by the construction contractor. Provide review/analysis and notes/comments/recommendations on Contractor’s Requests for Payment, including Complete, the monthly field pay estimate worksheet for each construction contract with the construction contractor’s representative. Inspect material stored off-site, where applicable. Coordinate with Government representatives and appropriate construction contractor personnel before conducting required inspections and meetings such as the NAVFAC Red Zone meeting (coordination meeting typically held at 75% project completion). Review interim and final DD 1354 documentation and provide the Government with comments and recommendations. Assist in Constructability reviews as requested. Provide written review comments and recommendations. Monitor the preparation of as-built activities of contractors to ensure that those documents are being prepared on an on-going basis. Review contractor submissions of as-built drawings for completeness and accuracy and advise the appropriate Government personnel in writing as to the acceptability of such submissions. • Participate in final acceptance and testing of major building systems including but not limited to fire protection certification, elevator certifications, ensuring contractor compliance in the areas of Testing and Balancing (TABs), Duct Air Leakage Testing (DALTS), Digital Control Systems (DDC) for HVAC systems. Provide notes/comments/recommendations for acceptance or rejection of the witnessed system based on contract document conformance. Review contractor correspondence and recommend an appropriate response. Requirements:The ETCS individual shall meet or exceed the following qualifications (the Government reserves the right to reject any service provider that does not meet the standards described in the PWS):
