Construction Field Inspector

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read construction plans and review for constructability, utilization of appropriate materials, and provide value engineering
• Walk the project ahead of the contractor’s work schedule to identify potential unforeseen conflicts.
• Provide construction inspection for roadway, aviation, utility, and site development projects for conformance to construction plans, specifications, and other documents.
• Document the contractors progress with Daily Inspection Reports including notes, photos, quantities, and weather.
• Verify materials delivered to the jobsite match the approved submittals.
• Monitor contractor’s schedules throughout the project and keep an accurate log of contract days used and remaining.
• Measure and document quantities of work performed each day and review/verify quantities on Contractor’s monthly payment applications.
• Inspect contractor’s temporary traffic control and verify in compliance with Part 6 of the MUTCD.
• Inspect erosion control (BMP’s) for conformance with the contract documents and report any erosion control deficiencies or required maintenance to the contractor.
• Coordinate scheduling of materials testing with geotechnical engineer as required and review material testing reports.
• Coordinate with the residents regarding impacts of construction.
• Ensure the contractor is maintaining accurate as-built record drawings for the project.
• Advise the Project Manager/Engineer of the work progress and field issues as they arise.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified candidate must have a valid driver’s license and retain a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration.
• Knowledge of GDOT standards; including best practices and materials.
• Experience in civil engineering or construction management.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans, specifications, and contracts.
• Ability to travel for out-of-town projects as needed.
• Ability to work the hours dictated by the contractor’s schedule on short notice.
• Possess the ability to stand on your feet for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours a day.
• Possess the ability to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with variation of elevation 12” or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground etc.)
• Be able to wear and work using standard PPE, i.e. hard hats, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles.
• Inspector Certifications:
  • High school diploma preferred or GED diploma
  • NPDES Level 1B Certified Inspector; Red Card (required)
  • GDOT Worksite Erosion Control Supervisor (WECS); (desired)
  • GDOT Worksite Traffic Control Supervisor (WTCS); (desired)
  • OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Construction Course; (desired)
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Confidently communicate and respond to feedback.
• Interact positively and professionally with other employees, as well as contractors, clients, industry professionals, and residents/business owners impacted by construction.
• Apply professional judgment to efficiently perform the inspection responsibilities with the least possible interruption to the contractor/work progress.
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy in all of his/her work and documentation.
• Excellent organization and time management skills leading to timely documentation and submittals.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Position Location – Chattanooga, Tenn.
• Employment Status – Full-time
• Company-Provided Benefits – Health, dental, and vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; long-term care; and life insurance
• Additional Benefits – Flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent); 401(k) savings plan with company match; wellness program; tuition reimbursement; ten paid holidays; and one month paid time off (accrued)
• Travel – Yes