Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Construction Inspector, COM

(Internal Title: Construction Management II)

• Inspect Contractor's work to assure it is in accordance with contract plans and specifications, and in accordance with RFIs, submittals and approved changes.
• Assist with site investigations when differing and unforeseen conditions are encountered and with Project Team initiated changes.
• Coordinate with the Project Delivery Team and Contractor to assure that required permits are obtained and in compliance.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and daily inspector photos.
• Monitor the progress of the work and document in the daily inspection report when, where and why progress is falling behind the approved schedule.
• Field verify and Document installed quantities and assist with final quantity reconciliation.
• Inspect temporary silt fencing and other erosion and storm water control measures to assure they comply with the Contractor’s storm water pollution protection plan.
• Attend and assist with progress and coordination meetings.
• Coordinate with testing labs, Project Team and Contractor to assure that required tests and inspections are performed.
• Witness various field and/or factory tests and document results on furnished reports.
• Assist with reviewing pay applications.
• Assist with coordinating the Contractor’s work to minimize and eliminate impacts to the Project Team, public and other stakeholders.
• Assist with testing, startup, and commissioning of new systems.
• Assist in project close-out process.
• Assist Project Team and Engineer with evaluating Contractor claims.
• Proactively review the contract drawings, specifications, site conditions and contractor’s work progress to identify potential problems and assist the Project Team with developing solutions to minimize or eliminate project impacts.
• Assist Project Team with evaluating constructability issues.
• Highly skilled communicator with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externally.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Proven management skills with the ability to optimize team performance and development.

Working Conditions

• Office-based and on-site

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in general heavy civil construction.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in an Engineering or Construction Management field

Licenses OR Certifications:

• Holding a recognized certification in area of specialty

Skills and Competencies:

• Effective skills in Microsoft Office
• Proficient in relevant construction-related software
• In-depth understanding of prevailing construction means and methods in relevant area
• Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines
• Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities
• Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)
• Equipped to work independently and as part of a team