Construction Inspector - Expression of Interest

RockSol Consulting Group, Inc.; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RockSol Consulting Group, Inc. is seeking a construction inspector to oversee transportation project sites, ensuring quality and safety in roads, highways, and bridges.

You will review contractor work, prepare progress and safety reports, and assist with contract changes as needed. The role requires 3+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel to multiple job sites in Colorado and the western United States.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must obtain and maintain position certifications.
• Must have a valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Must be willing to travel to job sites in Colorado or western U.S.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a construction inspector for transportation projects overseeing road, highway, and bridge construction to ensure quality and safety.
• Review, inspect, test, and measure contractor work to meet contract requirements.
• Recommend approval/payment or rejection of work to the project engineer.
• Maintain daily records and reports on progress, safety, quality, schedule, and budget status.
• Analyze schedules using MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent.
• Prepare documentation for contract changes or modifications when requested.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Driving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Please note that while there is no immediate vacancy for this role, we are always open to expressions of interest and will keep your details on file for future opportunities.

Requirements

• Serve as a construction inspector for transportation projects by overseeing construction of roads, highways and bridges to assure quality and safety in the construction of these facilities.
• Review, inspect, test and/or measure the work of the contractors and consultants to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract requirements.
• Recommend to the project engineer approval and payment for acceptable and completed work, or rejection of non-conforming work.
• Maintain accurate daily record of construction site activities and produce required reports on progress, safety, quality, schedule and budget status.
• Recommend project-related decisions based on assessment of construction performance and progress relative to contract requirements.
• Analyze construction schedules utilizing standard scheduling software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent.
• Prepare documentation in support of contract change orders or modifications when requested by the project engineer.
• Initiate communication of project-related details and concerns to the project engineer in a timely manner.
• Calculate and estimate all quantities and costs of materials that will be required for individual phases or elements of the project.
• Adhere to the requirements of RockSol's internal Quality Management System (QMS).
• Maintain assigned equipment and vehicles according to company procedures.
• Other construction inspection assignments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Must possess a demonstrated ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and maintain attention to accuracy and detail.
• Must possess competent verbal and written communication skills.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications for position.
• Must meet internal requirements for operation of company vehicles throughout duration of employment and must maintain a valid driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Must be willing and able to travel to job sites, sometimes for extended periods. Job sites may be located throughout Colorado or in western U.S.
• Working knowledge of safety and labor laws and requirements, quality control and quality assurance principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous project management and/or inspection experience on DOT or FHWA road construction projects.
• Current Professional Engineer license.
• Construction materials testing experience.

Work Environment

• Work locations include road construction sites and field offices with regular exposure to all types of weather conditions during field work.
• Willingness to work extended hours, nights, and weekends if necessary to comply with client requirements and/or to meet project deadlines.
• Loud noise levels at times (hearing protection provided).
• Must be able to routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.