Construction Inspector

Overview

Inspect highway construction projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• contract review
• quality assurance
• client liaison
• progress reporting
• owner representative

Tasks

-Researches and interprets contract requirements to determine whether construction work is performed in substantial compliance with plans, specifications, and special provisions. -Under supervision, observes the work of contractors involved in the construction of projects and performs quality assurance (QA) activities. -Frequently communicates with client representatives, contractors, and regulatory agency personnel to coordinate efforts. -Participates in quality control checks, maintaining quality standards in all work produced. -Observes and documents construction activities in accordance with contract requirements, such as: daily diaries, daily payment reports during progress of work, memos to contractor regarding acceptance or rejection of work, change orders, civil rights compliance reports, and more. -Acts as Owner’s Representative for Federal, State, and/or local clients.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• 8+ years
• colorado dot
• computer skills
• certification
• driver's license

What You Bring

-Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field. With Associate's degree, eight years of related experience. Without a degree, ten years of related experience is required. -Ability to plan and prioritize tasks, as well as advise internal project manager and/or owner of any failures or delays. -Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. -Must have good computer skills and be able to utilize standard office software for reporting and computations. -Certification (or ability to obtain) in applicable areas of work assignments as required by clients. -Good mathematical, computer, analytical and organizational skills. -Prior experience on at least Colorado DOT construction project is highly preferred. -Ability to process paper and electronic documents and utilize computer. -Must be able to work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions, subject to insects, flooded terrain, equipment/traffic, and other hazards. -Position requires driving company vehicle. Incumbent must have valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company policy. -Ability to walk long distances, climb ladders, stoop, squat and crawl to inspect work, ability to observe construction activities and distinguish colors and ability to perceive back-up alarms and other warnings.

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