Construction Inspector - #2711.05

Wade Trim; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wade Trim is seeking a Construction Inspector for its Cleveland office. The role requires at least three years of water/wastewater project experience and familiarity with contract documents, plans, and geotechnical reports.

ACI/NICET/ODOT/APWA certifications are a plus, with a strong emphasis on safety and client relations. The selected candidate will inspect on-site construction activities, coordinate with engineers, and maintain comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of water/wastewater heavy civil project experience required.
• Strong ability to read and interpret contract documents, plans, and geotechnical reports.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and record contractor’s on-site activities to ensure conformance with contract documents.
• Act as on-site liaison with client and community.
• Inspect material deliveries and field installations; perform material testing as specified.
• Take measurements and maintain records of quantities and materials installed; prepare As-Built drawings.
• Coordinate with Engineer of Record and respond to RFI as needed.
• Review shop drawings and organize construction documentation with cloud-based document control.
• Support preconstruction activities including constructability reviews and quantity take-offs for cost estimates.
• Maintain excellent client relations and a safe working environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Contract documents interpretation

Mathematics (geometry & trig)

Team player

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma

BS in construction management / construction engineering technology (preferred)

Job description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for a Construction Inspector to join our Construction Team in our Cleveland office. Candidates must have at least three years’ experience with water/wastewater civil projects. If not already certified as an ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level 1 or ODOT Prequalified Inspector, it is desirable that these designations are obtained within the first year of service. Experience reading and interpreting contract documents, plans, specifications and geotechnical reports is required. Individuals must have strong communication skills, be self-motivated and able to work well with others.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Inspect and record contractor’s construction activities on-site to ensure conformance to the contract documents
• Act as the on-site liaison with the client and the community
• Inspect and record contractor’s material deliveries and field installations
• Perform material testing as specified in the contract
• Take measurements and maintain records of quantities and materials installed
• Prepare ‘As-Built’ drawings
• Coordinate with the Engineer of Record as needed
• Lead or assist with Request for Information responses
• Review shop drawings where appropriate
• Organize and maintain construction documentation with cloud-based document control interface
• Exercise sound judgment in identifying potential problems and report any issues to immediate supervisor
• Work within a Project Team environment to resolve problems
• Perform office support work, compiling records and data for proposed and completed projects.
• Assist in preconstruction services including review of drawings for constructability reviews and preparing quantity take-offs for cost estimates
• Maintain excellent client relations
• Maintain a safe working environment

Education:

• High School Diploma
• Bachelor of Science in construction management, construction engineering technology or a related field is preferred, but not required.

Skills/Experience:

• 3+ years of water/wastewater heavy civil project experience required
• Valid driver’s license
• CMIT, ACI, NICET, ODOT, APWA certifications are pluses, but not required.
• Experience with water and wastewater conveyance, transmission/treatment facilities and related mechanical process equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents including plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
• Knowledgeable in math, including geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports, both manually and electronically.
• Ability to work in team environment
• Excellent communication skills

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for nearly a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

Wade Trim is an affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.