Construction Inspector - DOT

GAI Consultants Inc

Fort Wayne (IN)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health plans

Paid time off

7 paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to observe and inspect transportation projects across Indiana, reporting to the Project Supervisor or Resident Project Representative.

You will document progress daily and communicate with clients, contractors, and the public to support project success. The role requires knowledge of transportation construction and quality control practices, familiarity with INDOT/DPW specs, and the ability to read plans, measure quantities,

Qualifications

Requires knowledge of transportation construction and quality control practices.
Must be knowledgeable in the Indiana Department of Transportation, Indianapolis Department of Public Works or other governmental agency specifications, standards and inspection requirements.
Read and interpret construction plans, drawings and other technical documents.
Inspect work of contractors and document project progress and quality of work.
Ability to measure and calculate quantities of materials.
Perform material testing.
INDOT certified technician.

Responsibilities

Perform field observation and inspection on transportation projects in Indiana.
Document construction progress through daily and status reports.
Interact with clients, contractors, and the public in meetings and communications.
Oversee field monitoring on multisite projects including concrete, earthwork, roadway paving, buildings, structures, foundations, and materials.

Skills

Transportation construction

Quality control

Read drawings

Inspect contractor work

Quantities measurement

Material testing

INDOT certified

Education

H.S. Graduate

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector. This position will serve as a Construction Inspector reporting to the Project Supervisor or Resident Project Representative on the project. The ideal candidate will perform construction observation and inspection on a variety of Transportation projects throughout Indiana. The candidate will interact with clients, contractors, and the public in meetings and other communication forms. Will provide documentation of construction progress through daily reports, status reports, and other forms of data reporting.

Required Qualifications:

Requires knowledge of transportation construction and quality control practices.
Must be knowledgeable in the Indiana Department of Transportation, Indianapolis Department of Public Works or other governmental agency specifications, standards and inspection requirements.
Read and interpret construction plans, drawings and other technical documents.
Inspect work of contractors and document project progress and quality of work.
Ability to measure and calculate quantities of materials.
Perform material testing.
INDOT certified technician.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work outside in all kinds of weather conditions.
Ability to lift heavy objects such as testing equipment and materials samples.
Ability to walk on uneven terrain and navigate steps, stairs and ladders.
Ability to work in hazardous environments and use required Personal Protective Equipment. Environment will include dust, noise, tripping, and overhead hazards.

General Characteristics

Demonstrates progress in assisting Task Managers and Project Manager as needed on technical aspects of the project; wellrounded in aspects of consulting and the industry.

Minimum Years of Experience

12+ Years of Experience

Education

H.S. Graduate

Certification/Licensure

Driver’s License

Technical Responsibilities

Responsibilities involve performing and overseeing field monitoring on various multisite/phase construction projects of moderate to large scale, scope, and/or complexity, including placement of concrete, earthwork, roadway paving, buildings, structures, foundations, and building materials. Generates and substantiates reports and documentation regarding construction, materials, integration, equipment, and operations

Project and Task Management

Can Manage Tasks

Management Responsibility

Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
Provides continued mentored experience to senior staff.
Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability in staff.

Communication Skills

Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive communications.
Represents their area of specialty within the practice and liaises with related individuals and practices.
Routinely interacts with practice leaders, clients, officials, contractors, and others.
Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership

Why GAI?

GAI offers skilled professionals like you an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore anarray of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy work location and scheduling flexibility; your choice of comprehensive, personalized benefits; a range of employee wellness programs and discounts; and more. Feel good about being part of a collaborative teamthat’scommitted to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition