Structural Construction Inspector

$74,880 - $83,200/Yr

Dm Enterprises - Baltimore, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Baltimore, MD

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

DME is seeking an experienced Structural Construction Inspector to oversee and ensure compliance in structural and civil construction projects, particularly for bridges and roads. This role involves daily site inspections, project record maintenance, and collaboration with contractors and government agencies to support construction management and inspection services related to Department of Transportation projects.

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 reports for all activities and project progress using the client's software application tool.
• Recognize construction problems and apply standard techniques and procedures to solve them.
• Evaluate and review contractor schedules and pay applications, making recommendations to project supervisor and/or construction manager.
• Function as the Owner's agent regarding the construction process.
• Evaluate and manage the quality of work being installed.
• Review progression of work to monitor and reconcile against the construction schedule.
• Evaluate the merits of contractor-issued change orders and claims, making recommendations to project supervisor and/or construction manager.
• Read and understand contractor submittals, Requests for Information (RFI), change order requests, and as-built drawings.
• Communicate conditions and field conflicts/changes to project supervisor and/or construction manager.
• Interface with clients and contractors while taking direction from the project supervisor/construction manager or other designee.
• Keep detailed records of the contractor's performance and progress.
• Oversee/track the technical submittal, shop drawing review, and RFI process.
• Ensure proper implementation of temporary maintenance of traffic (MOT) and lane closures.
• Assist the project supervisor/construction manager with compiling data for monthly reports.
• Develop construction punch lists.
• Collaborate closely with other team members and personnel from local, state, and federal agencies.
• Work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Provide input and feedback to others in the field to complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.

Requirements

• Experience in bridge, roads, paving, curb/gutter, concrete inspection work.
• Experience in structural steel inspection work and other materials inspection, such as pipes, valves, meters, fittings, couplers, liners, coatings, reinforced concrete beams, bridge rails.
• Experience in concrete and soil testing.
• Knowledge and experience in ASTM, ACI, and other construction testing requirements.
• Knowledge in construction inspection procedures and methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, drawings, and blueprints.
• Familiarity with construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Familiarity with road safety and traffic control management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team.
• Solid oral and written communication and organizational skills.
• Solid knowledge in MS Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice-to-haves

• Temporary Traffic Control Manager Certification
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification
• Erosion & Sedimentation Control Certification - SHA Yellow Card

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance