Construction Inspectors - civil engineering field

MUST MEET ALL MINIMUM QUALIFUICATIONS * (Please do not apply if not qualified)

• Must have vehicle and be willing and able to travel to various work sites
• Compiles and records notes, sketches, test results, inspection data and other information to document compliance and/or develop designs, specifications, reports, maps and other geographically based data. Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records.
• Effectively follow and rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Calculates/measures area and volume dimensions, horizontal and vertical geometry, profile and component specifications, and material testing dimensions using calculators or computers.
• Able to apply analytical thinking to solve problems and able to clearly communicate professionally with clients and uses good judgement.
• Must be able to work independently on transportation construction sites and perform site visits on a routine basis to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Inspects roadway and bridge infrastructures to ensure compliance with design plans, materials specifications, safety requirements, construction processes, local, state and federal codes and ongoing maintenance requirements; documents/reports compliance or deficiencies either electronically or hardcopy. Provide quality assurance (QA) review for transportation construction projects
• Review engineering project/site layouts, alignments, profiles, studies, graphs and other related activities.
• Read and interpret construction plans for structures, bridges and roadways with an understanding of construction specifications, engineering tables and reference materials
• Participate in punch list field reviews
• Entry-level position, previous experience may not be required.

Applicants must meet all qualifications needed within the areas of education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following within their Level I, II, or III as indicated below within the parenthesis:

• Able to apply basic fundamental math skills to compute geometric shapes, volumes, weight conversion, etc. (Levels I, II and III)
• Able to apply essential complex mathematical equations to compute geometric figures, volumes, weight conversions, etc. (Levels II and III)
• Must be able to comprehend, read, write and speak English fluently. (Levels I, II and III)
• Must be familiar with the use of tablets, smart phones, computers, laptops to record data, send emails, develop spreadsheets, generate reports and correspondence. (Levels I, II and III)
• Must have excellent communication and organizations skills (Levels I, II and III)
• Must be reliable and punctual. Attendance is essential to this position. (Levels I, II and III)
• Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). (Levels I, II and III)
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work during either daytime or nighttime shifts, including weekends and holidays as necessary. (Level I, II & III)
• Experience in highway construction experience, specifically knowledge of bridge, structure and roadway construction methods and materials. (Level II, III)
• Must be able to review construction plans and details, project plans, specifications, schematics or technical drawings to determine compliance. (Level II & III)
• Must have a basic knowledge of construction materials i.e. concrete, asphalt, steel, pipe, etc. (Level II & III)
• Familiar with Department of Transportation’s and other DOT’s Bridge Specifications, Standards, Construction Manual and MUTCD (Level II & III)
• Knowledge of coordinating public utility relocations in roadway or bridge construction contracts. (Level II & III)
• Knowledge of interpreting laws, rules and regulations pertaining to public utility relocation and installation in public right-of-way. (Level II & III)

• Have at least one or more technical certifications pertaining to NICET (NICET II, III or IV certification in Heavy Highway preferred), ATSSA Flagger and/or Traffic Manager certification,…