Because of the key role these records play in Reclamation's ability to fulfill its mission, standardized Reclamation-wide procedures for consistent and efficient development, preparation, maintenance, and retention of drawings will be followed. C. Construction Activities. Coordination of construction activities among all Reclamation Offices, including Area Offices, Regional Offices, the TSC, Construction Offices, and the Commissioner's Office, is essential to ensure that construction activities are being performed in accordance with the Reclamation Manual, and related guidelines. The Regional Director is delegated the responsibility for program accomplishment of construction activities within the boundaries of the Region. The Regional Director may redelegate construction responsibility for individual programs to an Area Manager, Division Chief, or other responsible official.
Professional registration is required for certain Reclamation staff who manage construction.
Professional registration requirements for construction personnel will be documented in the Reclamation Manual. It is the general practice of Reclamation to perform by contract the acquisition of materials and construction services, including the requirements for new construction, alterations, and rehabilitation of Reclamation facilities. Reclamation construction work may also be accomplished by Government forces where it is determined to be in the best interests of the Government. D. Development and Maintenance of Design and Construction Technical Capabilities. Reclamation staff resources, in combination with support from private contractors, should accomplish the design and construction workload in a manner that fully utilizes Reclamation's staff capability while meeting workload demands in a timely, efficient, and cost effective manner.