Construction Inspector

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Are you ready to make a positive difference for our planet and join a dynamic group of professionals who have this common value? Our project teams are focused on providing resilient engineering designs for the United States infrastructure. If this sounds appealing to you, then consider our Construction Inspector opportunity. The position is based in Oklahoma City, OK 

Your Role: 

• Perform daily inspection and documentation of road and bridge construction projects and ensure conformance with contract documents.
• Maintain daily reports of construction activities, including those of subcontractor activities.
• Measurement, calculation, and computation of quantities and construction material usage. Create As-built drawings and prepare project pay items for Audit.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers, sub-consultants, and clients

Qualifications

• Roadway and bridge construction inspection experience, preferably on Oklahoma Department Of transportation (ODOT) and/or Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA). AASHTO material testing training and certifications are considered a plus. Must be able to pass the exam within 3 months of hire.
• Knowledge of ODOT construction standards, specifications, and methods. Be able to interpret contracts & special provisions, plans and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, As-Builts, and associated contract documents.
• Be able to obtain material tickets and invoices on site to assure correct material is being delivered. File accurately in project files to back up calcs & drawings for audit.
• Be able to calculate Asphalt and concrete placement and accurately document for correct material placed.
• Experience in Microsoft applications, Site Manager, and ProjectWise software. Be able to run Progressive estimates on above software.
•  Ability to work well with supervision and coworkers and positively contribute to the work environment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Excessive traffic violations and/or accidents during employment, will result in losing the privilege of operating company vehicle and possible termination.
• OSHA 10 certification, confined space certification, fall protection certification; are all a plus.
• Must be able to walk on unfinished grade and adjust to weather elements, throughout the year. This position is 90% working outside the office setting. Must be able to walk and stand in open air for long periods of time.
• Required accountability due to handling public funds by issuing estimates from public agency to private contractors.
• Must be punctual. May require nighttime work. Due to nature of Construction Inspection, it may require working on weekends and Over time.

Physical Requirements:

• This position may require protracted or irregular hours depending on the season. 
• Traverse over rough terrain, and constantly position self to operate miscellaneous survey equipment. 
• Occasionally ascend/descend ladders into trenches or onto roofs when inspecting construction and land development sites. 
• May be subject to exposure to extreme outdoor weather conditions, hazardous materials and chemicals, heavy construction equipment, confined spaces, heights, and air and waterborne pathogens. 
• May handle and move items up to 50 lbs for various needs.