Construction Inspector I II

DM Enterprises; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Construction Inspector, where you will play a crucial role in overseeing water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining high standards of quality. You will be responsible for daily inspections, developing reports, and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive project success. This is an exciting chance to contribute to vital community services while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions impactful.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in field inspection for civil and mechanical disciplines.
• Knowledge of construction codes and inspection methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections ensuring compliance with plans and codes.
• Develop construction reports and monitor contractor performance.
• Collaborate with team members and manage project records.

Skills

Water/Wastewater Inspection

Construction Supervision

ASTM Standards Knowledge

Traffic Control Management

MS Office Suite

Oracle Contract Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High-School Diploma

Tools

Oracle Unifier

e-Builder

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

DME is currently seeking an experienced Construction Inspector with expertise in inspection of civil and mechanical systems at Water Distribution Systems & Treatment Facilities, Wastewater Collection Systems, Pump Stations, and treatment facilities to support our construction management and inspection services related to Water/Wastewater Infrastructure projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide daily site inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and codes, and maintain up-to-date project records and test reports.
2. Develop daily construction reports for all activities and project progress using the client’s software application tool.
3. Review construction quantities and monitor payments to contractor.
4. Function as the Owner’s agent with regards to the construction process.
5. Ensure the Quality Assurance of the installed work.
6. Review progression of work to monitor and reconcile against construction schedule.
7. Read/Understand contractor submittals, Request-For-Information (RFI), change order requests, and as-built drawings.
8. Communicate conditions and field conflicts/changes to project supervisor and/or construction manager.
9. Interface with client and the contractor, while working with, and taking direction from the project supervisor/construction manager, or other designee.
10. Keep detailed records of contractor’s performance and progress.
11. Oversee/track the technical submittal, shop drawing review and RFI process.
12. Ensure proper implementation of a temporary maintenance of traffic (MOT) and lane closures.
13. Evaluate the merits of contractor issued change orders and claims, and make recommendations to the project supervisor/construction manager.
14. Demonstrate independent and effective problem solving/decision making.
15. Assist the project supervisor/construction manager with compiling data for monthly reports.
16. Develop construction punch list.
17. Collaborate closely with other team members along with personnel from local, state, and federal agencies.
18. Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
19. Ability to provide input and feedback to others in the field such as subcontractors and work colleagues to complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
20. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to DME’s related policies and procedures.
21. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Experience in water, wastewater, storm water, and concrete inspection work.
2. Experience in storm water management and environmental projects.
3. Experience in field inspection or construction supervision of civil, mechanical work on water/wastewater projects, such as: earthwork, roads, utilities, infrastructure, paving, water pipe replacement, sewer conveyance system, pumping stations, wastewater treatment plant.
4. Must possess knowledge and experience in ASTM, ACI and other miscellaneous construction testing requirements, as well as knowledge in construction inspection procedures and inspection methodologies.
5. Ability to read/interpret project plans, drawings, blueprints.
6. Highly familiar with construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
7. Highly familiar with relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
8. Highly familiar with road safety and traffic control management.
9. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
10. Solid oral and written communication and organizational skills.
11. Solid knowledge in MS Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
12. Solid knowledge of Oracle Contract Management (CM14), Oracle Unifier or e-Builder.
13. Proven record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by DME’s health, safety, and harassment policies.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High-School Diploma

3 years of experience in field inspection, in civil, mechanical disciplines work on water/wastewater (earthwork, utilities, infrastructure, pumping stations, wastewater treatment plant, roads, paving).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Water Sampler Certification
• Temporary Traffic Control Manager Certification
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification, is desirable
• Erosion & Sedimentation Control Certification – SHA Yellow Card, is desirable