Construction Inspector

GARVER LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid professional memberships

Support for industry licenses

Continuing education opportunities

Comprehensive wellness program

Job summary

GARVER LLC has an opening for a Construction Inspector in Denver, Colorado. The role involves observing and documenting airport heavy civil construction projects and ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. Applicants need 10+ years of experience in construction inspections, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. The estimated salary range is $61,000 - $73,000+. GARVER offers competitive salary packages and a progressive work environment.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years of experience in construction inspections, surveying or materials testing and inspection.
• Capability for considerable physical activity in an outdoor setting.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and document construction activities under the supervision of Project Engineer or Manager.
• Ensure that the installation meets project plans and specifications.
• Interact with staff, contractors, and the public during work.

Skills

Construction inspections experience

Surveying or materials testing and inspection experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PMIS Systems (Procore, E-Builder, Autodesk)

Job description

Garver has an opening in our Denver office for a ConstructionInspector 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. This position will assist the Project Engineers and Project Managers as needed to ensure that the project is built in accordance with project plans and specifications under which the contract was awarded.

Primary responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:

• Acting as the agent of the Owner to ensure that the installation of the work meets or exceeds the plans and specifications
• Interacting with staff, contractors, airport and airline staff, the public, and others encountered in the course of work
• Regular use of written and oral communication skills
• Reading and interpreting data, information, and documents
• Analyzing and solving problems
• Observing and interpreting situations on construction job sites
• Performing highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks
• Working with the Contractor to facilitate production and to actively engage in problem solutions when problems do present on the project site
• Reviewing quantities in pay applications on a monthly basis to ensure that the Contractor is billing accurately

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, motor vehicle report as a requirement of employment.

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
• OSHA 10/30 certifications and other industry specific training and/or certifications
• Other testing and inspection certifications

Estimated salary range

61,000- 73,000+

Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee‑owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people‑first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home atGarverUSA.com .

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.

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