Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
DME is currently seeking an experienced Construction Inspector with expertise in inspection of civil construction projects for bridges, roads, paving; to support our construction management and inspection services related to Department of Transportation projects for various government agencies.
Responsibilities:
- Provide daily site inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and codes, and maintain up-to-date project records and test reports.
- Develop daily construction plans for all activities and project progress using the client’s software application tool.
- Review construction quantities and monitor payments to contractors.
- Function as the Owner’s agent regarding the construction process.
- Ensure Quality Assurance of the installed work.
- Review progression of work to monitor and reconcile against construction schedule.
- Read/Understand contractor submittals, Request-For-Information (RFI), change order requests, and as-built drawings.
- Communicate conditions and field conflicts/changes to the project supervisor and/or construction manager.
- Interface with the client and contractor, working with and taking direction from the project supervisor/construction manager or other designee.
- Keep detailed records of contractor’s performance and progress.
- Oversee/track the review process of technical submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs.
- Ensure proper implementation of temporary maintenance of traffic (MOT) and lane closures.
- Evaluate the merits of contractor-issued change orders and claims, making recommendations to the project supervisor/construction manager.
- Assist in compiling data for monthly reports.
- Develop construction punch lists.
- Work schedules may extend beyond the typical workweek based on project-specific requirements.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, adhering to DME’s policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Requirements:
- Experience in bridge, roads, paving, curb/gutter, and concrete inspection work.
- Experience in storm water management, soil, and erosion control practices.
- Experience in materials inspection, such as pipes, valves, meters, fittings, couplers, liners, coatings, reinforced concrete beams, and bridge rails.
- Experience in concrete and soil testing.
- Knowledge of ASTM, ACI, and other construction testing standards, inspection procedures, and methodologies.
- Ability to read and interpret project plans, drawings, and blueprints.
- Familiarity with construction inspection principles, practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
- Knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Understanding of road safety and traffic control management.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Knowledge of Oracle Contract Management (CM14), Oracle Unifier, or e-Builder.
- Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and harassment policies.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma.
- At least 4 years of experience in civil or mechanical field inspection on transportation projects.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
- Temporary Traffic Control Manager Certification.
- ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification.
- Erosion & Sedimentation Control Certification – SHA Yellow Card (desirable).
- MARTCP Soil & Aggregate Compaction Technician Certification (desirable).