Construction Inspector - Welding/Coating

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Construction Inspector- Welding/Coating to monitor federal projects, inspect welds and coatings, and verify QA requirements. The role emphasizes adherence to plans, safety standards, and effective problem resolution on-site in Pittsburg, PA.

Qualifications include AWS QC1, ASNT, NACE/SSPC Level I+, and AASHTO bolting certification with experience in RMS and Three-Phase QC/Inspection processes.

Qualifications

• 5 years welding inspection experience; 2 years coatings and bolting inspections.
• AWS QC1 welding inspector certification required.
• NDT qualification to ASNT standard.
• Coatings inspection credentials: NACE/SSPC Level I+.
• Bolting inspection certification per AASHTO G4.2 preferred.
• Experience with Three-Phase QC/Inspection process.
• Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 USACE safety manual recommended.
• Experience using RMS for project surveillance.

Responsibilities

• Observe, inspect, and report on federal construction projects for compliance.
• Perform welding inspections on steel fabrication.
• Handle shop practices: storage, cutting, bending, fit-up, and coatings.
• Inspect and test coatings and bolting methods.
• Provide recommendations to government personnel on plans and specs.
• Monitor contractor quality system and three-phase inspection process.
• Surveil sites and assist owner in problem resolution.
• Review change orders, RFIs, and submittals; monitor schedule.
• Ensure QA and safety plans are followed; use RMS.

Skills

Welding inspection

Coating inspection

NDT knowledge

Quality system monitoring

Education

AWS Certified Welding Inspector (QC1)

ASNT qualification for NDT

NACE Level I / SSPC Level 1 coatings inspector

AASHTO G4.2 structural bolting inspection certification

Tools

RMS (Resident Management System)

Job description

• Monitor contractor’s schedule.

Job Title: Construction Inspector- Welding/Coating

• Work Location: Pittsburg, PA***

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

REQUIREMENT- Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen

Duties/Responsibilities

• Observe, inspect, and provide reports on construction projects at federal facilities for compliance with plans and specifications in regard to workmanship, materials, installation, and construction methods.
• Perform construction welding inspections relating to steel fabrication.
• Services will required fabrication shop practices including storage, handling, cutting, bending, machining, fit-up, surface prep, welding, bolting, erection and coatings.
• Perform coating inspections and testing of various coating systems and methods of application.
• Perform structural bolting inspections and testing of various bolting methods and installation.
• Provide recommendations or necessary changes to government personnel regarding contract plans and specification relative to all phases of construction.
• Monitor contractor’s quality system and administer the three-phase inspection process.
• Provide surveillance at construction sites and assists owner in problem resolution.
• Deliver and review change orders; modification; RFIs; and submittals.
• Monitor contractor’s schedule.
• Review and ensure QA and safety plans are adhered to by the contractor.
• Utilize Resident Management System (RMS).

Education/Experience:

• High School graduate with 5 years of experience with construction welding inspections and 2 years of experience in coating inspections and structural bolting inspections.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector in conformance with AWS QC1 and shall have a minimum of five (5) years of experience relating to steel fabrication.
• Nondestructive testing (NDT) personnel shall be qualified to ASNT.
• Coating inspection and must have NACE Level I or higher or SSPC Protective Coatings Inspector Level 1 or higher and shall have received formal training in coating inspections and testing of various coating systems and methods of application. The individual shall have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in inspection and testing of coating systems.
• Structural Bolting Inspection experience and must be certified in accordance with AASHTO G4.2 guidelines and have received formal training in structural bolting inspections and testing of various bolting methods and installation is preferred.
• Experience with Three-Phase QC/Inspection process
• Experience preferred EM 385-1-1 USACE Safety Manual
• Experience preferred with Resident Management System (RMS)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify