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    Construction Inspector - Baltimore, United States - Michael Baker International

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    DESCRIPTION

    The Construction Inspector will be responsible for monitoring the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction projects of moderate to considerable complexity and ensures compliance with contract terms and specifications. Independently coordinates and directs all phases of construction inspection of projects which are typically complicated by extensive traffic control, sensitive political or environmental concerns, or significant project coordination with property owners, utility companies, and local and federal government representatives. Coordinates and schedules various phases of construction with the prime contractor and agency personnel; reviews and monitors contractors' plan of operation; and advises contractors of violations and recommends adjustments to operations. Recommends changes to construction plans to meet field condition; makes field measurements of pay items and conducts materials testing; checks equipment; maintains and reviews comprehensive project records including daily diaries, material notebooks, as-built plans, pay quantity records, progress schedules, work orders, and monthly estimates; and reviews and monitors Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) documentation and compliance with Federal labor requirements/regulations for Federal-aid construction, ensuring contractor compliance with program requirements.

    This position requires frequent contact with engineers and field personnel to discuss and resolve field construction issues and to obtain technical guidance in specialty areas of engineering and inspections. This position also requires frequent external contact with contractor personnel to schedule and coordinate project inspection and resolve problems; with local government and law enforcement agencies to explain work under construction and coordinate traffic control; with suppliers to monitor receipt of materials; with utility companies to coordinate relocations and installation; and with the public to provide information and resolve issues.

    Particularly, the successful candidate will:

  • Assists with the preparation of quantities and construction cost estimates
  • Maintains a presence at work sites, reporting findings to Engineers and/or Project Managers
  • Compiles construction reports documenting daily activities at construction sites
  • Participates with the project team in meetings with clients regarding project issues
  • Assists the Project Manager with defining the scope of work and man-hour requirements
  • Assists the project team with problem solving techniques
  • Participates in a safety culture in a construction setting
  • Understands the importance of complying with environmental requirements
  • Directly supervises 0-5 employees in Inspector roles. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
  • PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • High School Diploma Required.
  • 2-year Technical Degree with an emphasis in engineering, mathematics, and the basic sciences and 1 year of related heavy construction experience, or similar construction experience.
  • Minimum 6 years' experience: min. 3 years of VDOT experience in roadway; bridges; and stormwater construction.
  • VDOT certifications or similar construction experience.
  • Intermediate to expert skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to read and understand piping, civil, and electrical design drawings
  • General working knowledge of highway, bridge, or infrastructure systems
  • Ability to manage and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines
  • Good interpersonal, communication, and conceptual thinking skills
  • Ability to work well independently and within a team setting
  • Ability to assist in developing strategic approaches and concepts
  • Availability to travel to project site locations
  • Availability to work overtime and occasional long hours
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. deadweight
  • Vision correctable to 20/20 eyesight
  • Maintain the required Certifications for various VDOT inspections including:
  • Soil and aggregate compaction VDOT or NICET Level II
  • Asphalt Field Level I & II VDOT
  • Hydraulic Cement Concrete Field VDOT or NICET Level II
  • Pavement Marking VDOT
  • Slurry Surfacing VDOT
  • Surface Treatment VDOT
  • Flagger Certification VDOT
  • Certification for erosion & control inspection VA DEQ
  • Nuclear Gauge Safety Training NRC**recognized provider
  • Stormwater Management Inspector cert. VA DEQ
  • Intermediate work zone traffic control VDOT approved provider
  • 10-hour OSHA safety training OSHA
  • GRIT (Guardrail Certification) VDOT
  • COMPENSATION
    The approximate compensation range for this position is $21.53/hr. to $33.45/hr.. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.



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