Construction Civil Inspector

Jimmy Jazz; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K Plan

Holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

KBA, Inc. in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Civil Construction Inspector to oversee on-site project activities, ensure compliance with plans and specifications, and support safety and quality controls across Roads, Bridges, Transit, Water, and Buildings projects.

Bring a High School degree and the ability to perform volumetric math and surveying, with strong communication and field-testing capabilities. This role requires field work up to 10 hours daily and a valid US work authorization.

Qualifications

• High School degree and relevant work experience required.
• Ability to perform mathematics sufficient for volumetric calculation and basic surveying.
• Understanding of construction methods, standards, equipment, and safety.
• Strong written and oral communication with clients, contractors, and management.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
• This position requires authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform data entry; able to walk/stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily observation of contractor activities and completes Inspectors Daily Reports.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local agency construction administration policies.
• Fosters a safety culture on the project site.
• Inspects, monitors, and oversees construction field work to confirm plans and specs.
• Performs on-site material testing and tracks quantities for pay estimates.
• Initiates field changes to drawings and resolves document discrepancies.
• Reviews daily contractor reports for accuracy and thoroughness.
• Collaborates with engineers and external partners to resolve construction issues.

Skills

Mathematics

Communication

Driver's license

Work authorization

Physical stamina

Data entry

Education

High school

Tools

Excel

Word

SharePoint

iPad

APWA CPII certification

CPESC certification

Job description

• Location 11201 SE 8th St,Suite 160,Bellevue, WA, 98004-6364,United States
• Base Pay $33,280.00 - $178,880.00 / Year
• Job Category Construction Management, Consulting, Civil Engineering
• Employee Type FTE
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Description

TEAMS THAT BUILD TRUST

For 32 years, KBA has successfully managed highly visible public and private construction projects, earning the trust and respect of clients throughout our community. It’s what we do. No one does it better. KBA is small enough to be flexible and responsive, yet big enough to manage large and complex projects. As 100% employee owned, we recognize our employees are our most important resource and the basis for our success. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences and cultures within our workforce. KBA offers an excellent benefits package that includes health insurance, 401K Plan, holidays, paid time off (PTO), and an employee stock ownership plan. We support and further professional growth and development. We work hard, and we have fun.

KBA, Inc. works on the area’s most technically challenging, complex, and award-winning construction projects:

Roads -Bridges & Highways-Transit

Water & Wastewater -Buildings-Land Development-Port Facilities

Bring your knowledge and expertise as our next Civil Construction Inspector to develop creative solutions which help our clients make smart and strategic decisions to complete successful projects. The ability to anticipate and solve problems with nearly obsessive attention to detail pretty much sums up the KBA difference. Our people know that managing projects efficiently and effectively produces success; and working collaboratively to do so makes the success truly rewarding.

Who you are:

• Develops working relationships with agency staff and stakeholders.
• Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm; independently.
• Communicates effectively by developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the project needs to external partners (i.e.: clients, consultants, and contractors).
• Shows courage by stepping up to address difficult issues and saying what needs to be said.
• Cultivates innovation by creating new and better ways for the project to be successful and tapping resources.
• Uses resourcefulness by securing and deploying project resources effectively and efficiently.
• Instills trust by gaining the confidence of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performs daily observation of contractor activities and completes Inspectors Daily Reports.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local agency construction administration policies.
• Fosters a safety culture on the project site.
• Inspects, monitors, and oversees construction field work tasks and activities on a project to ensure conformance to plans and specifications. Reads, interprets, and confirms compliance with applicable contract documents.
• Performs or oversees on-site material testing. Reviews plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities). Responsible for the tracking of item quantities and preparing pay estimates and ensures that procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.
• Initiates field changes to drawings and specifications and identifies discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Reviews contractors daily construction reports for accuracy, thoroughness, and consistency.
• Consults on work progress and construction problems, proactively recommends solutions, assists in the resolution of issues, and acts as a liaison with the engineer of record.

What you’ll need to be successful (minimum requirements):

• High School degree and relevant and progressive work experience required.
• Ability to perform mathematics sufficient for volumetric calculation and basic surveying is required.
• Understanding of construction methods, including standards, equipment, methods, and safety considerations required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating so that you get along with clients, contractors, co-workers, and management.
• Good written and verbal communication skills required, including the ability to maintain a positive work relationships with clients, contractors, co-workers, and management.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required.
• This position requires authorization to work in the United States both currently and in the future without the need for employer sponsorship.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, such as boxes of records, is required.
• Ability to sit at a workstation and perform data entry is required.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders, and navigate uneven terrain throughout construction worksites for up to 10 hours a day is required.

What we’d love if you had (preferred requirements):

• A.A. or certificate in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management desired.
• APWA CPII and CPESC certification preferred.
• Knowledge of WSDOT Standard Specifications, knowledge and experience working with Materials Section of the WSDOT Construction Manual preferred.
• Experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word and SharePoint and mobile devices such as iPad

Medical and Wellness Benefits

(100% employer paid for employees, with dependent coverage subsidies)

• Medical and Prescriptions
• Company Contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Dental
• Vision
• AFLAC Personal Cancer Indemnity Plan (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

• Paid Personal Leave
• Company Observed Holidays

Investment/Retirement Programs

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Plan

Income Protection

• Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Identity Theft Protection

Voluntary Guaranteed Issue

• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Supplemental Long Term Care

Company Events

• KBA Quarterly Safety Meetings
• KBA Summer Picnic
• KBA Company Campout
• KBA Winter Banquet
• Team Building Activities (marathons, sporting events, book club)
• Community Projects

Professional Development

• Professional Registrations, Licenses, and Certifications
• Memberships in Professional and Technical Societies
• Training and Education Assistance

EOE/AA/VETERAN/DISABILITY

KBA is committed to an inclusive work environment that is full of opportunity for all, with a workforce that reflects the region’s diversity. At the core of it all, our approach is shaped by a strong respect for people. KBA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, genetics, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. KBA has won the American Council of Engineering Companies of Washington’s “Excellence in Inclusion” award for all three years that it has been awarded. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. KBA uses E-Verify to verify the ability of all new employees to legally work in the United States. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]