Construction Inspector

Garver Engineering; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Garver Engineering is seeking a Construction Inspector for their Denver office to oversee airport heavy civil construction projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in construction inspections, a high school diploma, and proficiency with PMIS systems. Key responsibilities include inspecting construction activities, ensuring compliance with specifications, and leading interactions on-site. The position offers an estimated salary between $61,000 and $73,000, alongside a commitment to equal employment opportunity.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years of experience in construction inspections, surveying, or materials testing.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience using PMIS systems for electronic filing.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and document construction activities on airport heavy civil construction projects.
• Act as the agent of the Owner to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Interact with contractors and staff to facilitate on-site problem-solving.

Skills

Construction inspections

Problem-solving

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PMIS systems (Procore, E-Builder, Autodesk)

Job description

Construction Inspector – Denver, Colorado

Garver has an opening in our Denver office for a Construction Inspector whose primary duties will include the inspection and observation of airport heavy civil construction projects. This position will be responsible for observing, inspecting, and documenting construction activities and will be under the supervision of the Project Engineer or Manager assigned to a specific project. It will assist the Project Engineers and Project Managers in ensuring that the project is built in accordance with the plans and specifications under which the contract was awarded.

Primary Responsibilities

• Act as the agent of the Owner to ensure that the installation of the work meets or exceeds the plans and specifications.
• Interact with staff, contractors, airport and airline staff, the public, and others encountered in the course of work.
• Use written and oral communication skills regularly.
• Read and interpret data, information, and documents.
• Analyze and solve problems.
• Observe and interpret situations on construction job sites.
• Perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks.
• Work under intensive deadlines.
• Work with the Contractor to facilitate production and actively engage in problem solutions when issues arise on the project site.
• Review quantities in pay applications on a monthly basis to ensure that the Contractor is billing accurately.

Requirements

• 10 or more years of experience in construction inspections, surveying, or materials testing and inspection.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer and electronic filing of documents using various PMIS systems (Procore, E-Builder, Autodesk, etc.).
• Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Skills

• Prior heavy civil, airport experience (whether as a contractor or as an inspector/Owner's agent).
• Surveying or materials testing and inspection experience.
• Coursework in Construction Management.
• Certified Concrete Technician (ACI Certification).
• OSHA 10/30 certifications and other industry-specific training and/or certifications.
• Other testing and inspection certifications.

Estimated Salary

61,000-73,000+

Job Summary

Applicants must be capable of considerable physical activity in an outdoor setting, including but not limited to light lifting, bending, stooping and climbing, walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, and regularly operating motorized vehicles. All applicants must consent to a background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle report as a requirement of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.