Construction Inspector (remote Site Locations)

Greenman-Pedersen Inc; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

ESOP

medical/dental/vision plans

paid time off

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen Inc. seeks candidates for highway and bridge construction inspector roles to support projects in Delaware. The candidate should work independently or with a project team and be available for day, night, or weekend shifts as needed to complete projects.

GPI has a long-standing history in transportation infrastructure across the United States and emphasizes excellence and staff empowerment. Responsibilities include daily field inspections, quantity measurement, plan

Qualifications

• Must read, write and understand plans and directions in English.
• Basic computer skills including Word/Excel and Outlook.
• Familiarity with SharePoint and Teams is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections and observations of contractor work on highway/bridge projects.
• Measure, compute, record, and maintain contract quantities for payment.
• Read and interpret project plans, specs, and standards.
• Perform material sampling and testing per project standards.
• Ensure work/materials meet standards and specs.
• Document daily progress, conformance, staffing, equipment, quantities, and extra work.
• Enter and record progress, materials, payments, and docs in Word/Excel/SharePoint/Teams.
• Identify and communicate project issues to managers and contractor.
• Identify, assess, and communicate unsafe conditions to contractor.

Skills

Plan reading

MS Word/Excel

Field inspections

English literacy

Tools

Word/Excel

SharePoint

MS Teams

Job description

GPI offers excellent benefits:

• 401(k) plan
• ESOP
• medical/dental/vision plans
• paid time off

GPI is an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Description

GPI seeks candidates to fill highway and bridge construction inspector positions to work on projects in various locations in Delaware.

The candidate should be motivated and have the ability to work independently and/or with a GPI or Department of Transportation Project Team. Candidates should also be available to work the contractor's hours of operation, including day or night shifts and weekends, as necessary for project completion.

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm that has been providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture that is committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment.

For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily field inspections and observations of contractor's work for heavy highway and/or bridge construction projects, including earthwork, subgrade, asphalt, concrete, reinforcing steel, structural steel, DelDOT, safety devices, and utilities.
• Ability to measure, compute, record, and maintain contract quantities for contractor payment.
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications, and standards.
• Perform and/or observe material sampling and testing in accordance with project standards and specifications.
• Ensure contractor's work/materials meet standards and specifications.
• Ability to properly document daily project progress, including work performed, conformance/nonconformance with plans/specifications, staffing, equipment, contract quantities, and extra work.
• Entering and recording project progress, materials, payments, and documentation in Word/Excel or other electronic software program
• Identifying and communicating project issues to project managers and the contractor.
• Ability to identify, assess, and communicate unsafe conditions with the contractor.

Qualifications:

• DELDOT Construction inspection experience preferred.
• Certifications in relevant fields or ability to obtain certification.
• NICET certification is considered a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel and basic computer and mobile device skills.

Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
• Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site
• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours
• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19\" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
• Able to climb and leave a ladder to a platform varying from 6' to 20'
• Able to wear and operate personal fall arresting apparatus, and work at a height of 6' or higher
• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
• Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions.

GPI participates in E-Verify.