Construction Observer

Overview

Provide construction services for water/wastewater projects in design, bidding, and construction.

Key Responsibilities

• construction scheduling
• submittal review
• change orders
• constructability review
• bid coordination
• specification development

Tasks

-Construction phase responsibilities include construction scheduling and contractor schedule review, progress meetings, submittal review, construction inspection and observation, pay application review, change orders, time impact analysis, project closeout, and project documentation. -Provide construction related services for civil engineering projects during design, bidding and construction phases. -Design phase responsibilities include constructability reviews, design scheduling, contract time determination scheduling, franchise utility coordination, opinions of probable construction cost, specification and bid package development (including competitive sealed proposal method), and construction phasing. -Bidding phase responsibilities include bid scheduling and coordination, advertising projects, coordinating and running pre-bid meetings, addendum coordination and distribution, bid tabulations, contractor reference checks, and recommendations of contract.

Requirements

• high school
• technical skills
• construction management
• urgency
• detail-oriented
• communication

What You Bring

-High School Diploma or equivalent -Ability to apply technical skills to meet project demands and solve problems for our clients -Construction Management knowledge -Clear sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines -Attention to details and ability to contribute to a positive work environment -Excellent verbal and written communication

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Benefits

-Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. -Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays. -Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. -Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources. -Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs. -Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.

About Kimley-Horn

-Specializing in innovative solutions across diverse sectors, from transportation to energy and water. -Known for delivering complex, large-scale projects, with a focus on sustainable and efficient designs. -The company has worked on iconic infrastructure, from airports to bridges, and urban redevelopment projects. -Its team combines technical expertise with a deep commitment to customer satisfaction and project success. -The firm’s commitment to innovation and adaptability makes it a leader in a rapidly evolving industry.

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