Construction Inspector

Garver Engineering; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Construction Inspector to join their Kansas City team. In this dynamic role, you will oversee and document roadway and bridge construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. Your keen eye for detail and strong communication skills will be vital as you interact with contractors and the public while performing inspections and materials testing. This company fosters a progressive atmosphere with opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to work-life balance. If you are ready to contribute to impactful projects and grow your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company-paid professional memberships

Support for industry licenses

Continuing education opportunities

Comprehensive wellness program

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in construction inspections or materials testing.
• Ability to travel and a valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and document construction activities under supervision.
• Prepare daily reports of construction activities and materials.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Data Interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Careers
Construction Inspector
Kansas City, Missouri

Garver has an opening based out of our Kansas City, MO office foraConstruction Inspectorwhose primary duties will includethe inspection and observation of roadway and bridge 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:

• Regular use of written and oral communication skills


• Reading and interpreting plans, 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 under intensive deadlines


• Perform construction materials testing to verify contract compliance


• Interacting with staff, contractors, the public, and others encountered in the course of work Assuring the quality of contractor's work meets the contract requirements and reviewing any discrepancies with the client's Resident Engineer and/or Garver Project Manager.


• Prepare daily reports of all construction activities, weather, personnel, materials, and equipment on site.


• Measure, calculate, and report quantities of work performed to produce progressive pay estimates.

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.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in construction inspections, surveying or materials testing and inspection


• Ability to travel


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Current and valid driver's license


• Proficient with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel


• Strong written and verbal communication experience

Preferred Skills

• Surveying or materials testing and inspection experience


• Experience inspecting construction projects


• Working knowledge of DOT Specifications


• Computer and electronic filing of documents


• Certified Concrete Technician (ACI Certification)


• Traffic Control/Safety training


• Other testing and inspection certifications

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 1,300 employees, Garver has a people-first culture that drives innovative, client-first service and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for by Zweig Group. 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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