Construction Observer

Overview

Inspect highway/bridge construction daily to ensure compliance with plans, specs, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• field inspection
• quality assurance
• cost estimating
• record keeping
• traffic control
• contract review

Tasks

-Observe quality assurance testing and review test results for conformance with contract requirements. -Attend pre-construction meetings and answers questions from contractors and other attendees. -Under the review and direction of the Project Manager, perform field inspection and oversight of highway and bridge construction activities. -Review equipment utilization data and time and cost estimates. -Oversee construction record-keeping activities; recommend payments to contractors; recommend change orders, extra work orders/supplemental agreements; revies proposed change orders submitted by consultants; prepare reports. -Document work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project through daily work reports submitted to Project Manager. -Monitor project phasing and traffic control plans and ensure compliance with approved safety standards; inspect barricades as required; move traffic control devices and barricades. -Review contract documents to verify compliance with governmental regulations and conformance with project requirements. -Serve as a lead worker or project leader. -Perform engineering-related planning, design, data collection, inspections, assessments, analysis, and review. -Analyze procedures to identify deficiencies; recommend improvements to management.

Requirements

• surveying
• high school
• roadway inspection
• pavement
• primavera
• osha

What You Bring

-Experienced in surveying procedures, standards and instruments. -High school diploma or equivalent. -Minimum 1-3 years of construction roadway and bridge inspection. -Knowledge of pavement construction, resurfacing, rehabilitation, and repair of asphalt and concrete pavement. -Certifications through TxAPA, ACI, SWPPP, and OSHA required. -Knowledge of Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD). -Familiarity with Site Manager and/or Primavera preferred, but not required. -Experienced in applying basic mathematical equations. -Valid Class C driver’s license. -Experienced with Microsoft Office. -Thorough knowledge of TxDOT specifications and standards preferred. -Required to work overtime as necessary which may include night shifts and/or flexible schedules.

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Benefits

-Dental & vision plans -Additional Supplemental plans (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident) -Alternative Work Schedules -Company-paid group life, short and long-term disability insurance -10 Paid Holidays -Voluntary Life Insurance -401(k) with company match -Three medical plan options (2 PPOs and a HDHP) -Flexible and Dependent care spending accounts -Paid Time Off (PTO) which starts accruing upon hire

About Binkleybarfield | Dccm

-Founded with a vision to create innovative and sustainable engineering solutions, the company has built a strong reputation in the design and delivery of high-quality engineering services. -The company has successfully completed a range of challenging projects in diverse sectors, from infrastructure and energy to commercial and industrial developments. -Known for its ability to tackle complex, large-scale projects with precision, often incorporating cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices. -The firm has an extensive track record in providing integrated design and engineering services that span all phases of a project, from planning to implementation. -The company's diverse portfolio showcases its expertise in delivering solutions for both public and private sector clients, particularly in energy, transport, and commercial sectors. -Highly regarded for its collaborative approach, bringing together multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful execution of every project.

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