Construction Technician

Baxter and Woodman Inc; Waterford; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Waterford is seeking a Construction Technician or Engineer II. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel in southeastern Wisconsin. Responsibilities include on-site observations, monitoring project progress, and providing municipal client service. The pay range is $28.00 – $40.00 per hour with comprehensive benefits including medical and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) plans

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction inspection or as a technician.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and tests.
• Communicate effectively with residents and businesses.
• Monitor progress schedule and provide general civil engineering service.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman, Inc. is seeking a Construction Technician or Engineer II for our Janesville or Waterford, WI offices. We need a professional with 2+ years of experience who will support the firm’s construction group on a variety of projects ranging from roadways and bridges to underground installation and infrastructure construction.

What your day-to-day will look like, what you will learn on the job

• Conduct on‑site observation of work, repairs, and tests as needed.
• Monitor progress schedule and shop drawing log.
• Provide general civil engineering and municipal client service.
• Communicate effectively, both oral and written, with residents, businesses, and public agency representatives.
• Resolve construction conflicts and prepare cost‑effective solutions.
• Review pay requests and verify work completed.
• Endeavor to provide protection for owner against defects and deficiencies in the work.
• Act as liaison with contractor, working principally through contractor’s superintendent.
• Maintain job site records of daily reports, job meeting minutes, approved shop drawing submittals, and pay requests.
• Maintain records of time, equipment, and material needs for any changes in the work that may result in a change order. Review and request adjustments of compensation and/or contract time.
• Observe, measure, and document construction activities.
• Maintain a daily log of construction activities.
• Address resident complaints and concerns.
• Coordinate with contractor and other duties as needed or assigned.

Education Requirement

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

Must‑haves, what you will bring

• 2+ years of experience working as a Construction Inspector or Technician on construction projects.
• Effective communication, both oral and written, with residents, businesses and public agencies.
• Ability to travel throughout the southeastern Wisconsin area (own transportation).
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $28.00 – $40.00 per hour. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Benefits

We prioritize the holistic well‐being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans; an Employee Assistance Program; financial planning; life and disability insurance; tax savings plans; coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses; generous paid time off; paid holidays; parental leave; varied schedules; 401(k) plans; and an Employee Stock Ownership program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer.