Construction Inspector II

Overview

Inspect daily construction work, ensure compliance, document issues, assist RCM.

Key Responsibilities

• document control
• payment review
• material testing
• commissioning
• safety monitoring
• project closeout

Tasks

-Maintain and organize on-site project documentation, including inspection and test reports, RFI’s, Architect’s Supplemental Instructions (ASIs) documents, project change control documents, etc. -Review and confirm/modify approve monthly contractor Payment Applications. Survey construction progress to confirm percent complete by trades. -Assist the Resident Construction Manager (RCM) in resolving construction issues involving architectural, civil, structural, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues. Draft Field Directives and Field Orders for RCM approval where needed to expedite the work and document direction given to contractor. -Coordinate with campus facilities and operations when utility outages, noise control, traffic control or security are required by the work. Attend pre-outage planning meetings. -Coordinate and monitor material testing, air balance testing, and systems testing. Monitor Commissioning process, including equipment testing, functional performance tests and building integration of inter-related systems. Monitor deficiency logs to assure follow up of re-testing and system performance. -Monitor and document job site safety, Storm Water Pollution Protection Plan (SWPPP) Best Management Practices & posted notifications, and follow-up on correction of noted non-compliance by contractor. Maintain SWPPP and Safety inspection files. -Conduct daily observation of construction work for compliance with approved contract drawings, specifications, Requests for Information (RFIs), Change Orders, and approved submittals and shop drawings. Issue Observation Reports noting conditions of non-compliance, with proper references to detailed drawings and specifications sections. Project portfolio: 1 project, average value $10M - $50M. -Attend early morning, evening, or after-hours installations (ex: concrete pours) requiring owner representation. Flexible hours required for construction observations. -Attend Pre-Construction meeting and regular onsite construction meetings. Facilitate pre-installation meetings between contractor and subcontractors prior to start of roofing, glazing, pre-cast panels, curtain wall, waterproofing, foundations, structural framing, and other systems as required by specifications. -Monitor project close-out procedures, including O&M manuals, as-builts, punch lists, and warranty walk-through. Issue punch lists for above ceiling, open wall and Substantial Completion inspections, and revisit to confirm completion of deficiencies. -Interface with and provide support to users and campus operations, architects, engineers, contractors, utilities, regulatory agencies to assist with resolution of conflicts. -Stay current in Codes and Regulations applicable to design and construction, including International Building Codes, NFPA 101, TDLR, OSHA, ADA, ASHRAE 90.1, SWPPP, and any special requirements of the building type (e.g., healthcare, research labs, special campus project types, etc.) or the local jurisdictions.

Requirements

• bluebeam
• plangrid
• autodesk
• high school
• 5-10 years
• technical certification

What You Bring

-Possess a clear knowledge of software such as Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Autodesk and/or adjust to any others for editing purposes. -High school diploma with 5-10 years of experience in commercial or institutional construction. Technical certification, licensure, or apprenticeship in one or more building trades preferred.

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About Hill International

-Operates across various sectors including buildings, transportation, energy, environment, and industrial markets. -Provides services such as cost engineering, quality assurance, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. -Operates globally in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific with local expertise. -Avoids conflicts of interest by focusing solely on management and consultative services. -Ranked as the 8th largest overall U.S. construction management firm by Engineering News-Record magazine. -Executed 90,000+ project assignments.

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