Chief Inspector

Kleinfelder Inc; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc is seeking a Chief Inspector to manage construction inspection services in Augusta, ME, and surrounding areas. The role involves ensuring compliance with construction standards and safety regulations on various projects.

Ideal candidates should have significant experience in construction inspection, strong managerial skills, and familiarity with state transportation departments. Benefits include a competitive salary, medical, dental, vision insurance, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Strong initiative and ability to perform complex field inspections.
• Five plus years of managerial experience in construction.
• Preferred certifications: ACI, NETTCP, PCI, NACE level.

Responsibilities

• Implement construction policies and procedures effectively.
• Monitor safety and compliance on-site.
• Prepare daily reports and oversee contractor's operations.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Appia

Field manager software

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder is looking to add a Chief Inspector to our team in Augusta, ME, Portland, ME or Manchester, NH.

SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $5,000 FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES

IF HIRED, ELIGIBLE FOR EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUSES FOR REFERRED EMPLOYEES

We provide Construction Inspection services to a broad range of State, local and national clients. We are looking for individuals who are interested in joining a dynamic team and building their career in the field of construction inspection. We currently are working on many transportation projects in ME and NH.

Qualified candidates should possess strong initiative, be able to perform routine to complex inspection in the field and provide oversight and documentation of construction methods and contractor's operations in order to verify conformance to construction plans and specifications. Experience with MaineDOT, NHDOT and Maine Turnpike are a plus.

The Chief Inspector will prepare daily reports and data sheets and may be called upon to perform various tasks at the discretion of the owner/supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Sound implementation of construction policies and procedures. Direct all aspects of the construction process to meet Company goals.
• Monitor safety, compliance, productivity and workload as needed to maximize efficiencies and cost-effectiveness.
• Facilitate and support the construction process.
• Manage the utilization of resources to ensure safety, compliance and productivity. Monitor workload and re-balance as needed to maximize efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with Company standards and procedures Federal, DOT and OSHA; State and Local: codes, regulations and requirements.
• Ensure accurate documentation of work including SOP's, work order historicals, daily completion reporting, sketches, Operator Qualification, etc.
• Coordination of work packages to the team and ensuring representation on all projects before starting.
• Coordinate all Field Meetings necessary to progress the projects, including pre-construction meetings, safety meetings, notifications and all daily tail gate / daily safety brief meetings.
• Coordinate welding operations between CWI and Radiography contractors.

Requirements

• Personal vehicle and valid driver's license
• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school required with course work in Building Inspection, Home Inspection, Construction Technology, Drafting and Mathematics. Bachelor's degree preferred BUT experience will be reviewed and accepted for this position.
• Preferred certifications: ACI concrete certified, NETTCP paving certified, PCI certified and NACE level certification
• Experience with daily reporting to include electronic software such as Appia or Field manager software; must be able to submit in PDF format via e-mail, Excel version of Daily Report with daily photos contained in the report by completion of workday.
• Must have portable computer for field use and device capable of taking pictures (smart phone or digital camera)
• Five plus (5+) years of proven managerial experience with a focus on construction policies and practices.
• Technical competence to prudently apply and support construction operations while adhering to National Grid policies and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of gas transmission and distribution systems, engineering, construction & maintenance practices, gas utilization equipment, gas metering; Federal, State, and Municipal Codes are essential.
• Familiarity with Construction standards, Work Methods, Rules for Safe Operation, and associated procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are required, in addition to planning, organizing and computer skills.
• Prior experience dealing with diverse groups such as gas and/or electric customers, government officials, etc. in a tactful and diplomatic manner is vital.
• Ability to workdays or nights.
• Ability to work extended workdays and prolonged work weeks as needed.
• Ability to move work location as needed.
• Candidate must be fluent with Microsoft Office programs. In particular, Outlook, Word and Excel.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)