Construction Observer

Souder-Miller-; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Competitive salaries

Tuition/Student Loan reimbursement

Stock options

Job summary

Souder, Miller & Associates (SMA) is a growing engineering firm in New Mexico seeking experienced Construction Observer II-IV to oversee water and sewer projects. You will work under a Project Engineer, coordinating with contractors and clients while documenting progress and ensuring compliance with standards.

The role requires field-heavy duties with some office work, travel up to 75%, and a commitment to safety and quality on multiple projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Minimum 2 years of construction inspection or management experience or equivalent.
• Must pass drug and alcohol test and have acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Observe construction and interact with contractors, clients, and SMA staff.
• Inspect work to ensure conformance with plans and specs.
• Maintain daily records of construction work and inspections.
• Read and interpret bid documents, drawings, and contracts.
• Attend meetings and review RFIs and submittals as needed.

Skills

Construction observation

Reading plans & specs

Field inspection

Communication

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Growing, Succeeding and Designing Our Future Together

We are looking for future team members who are excited to make an impact. As anemployee-owned company,we are dedicated to the betterment of our clients, our communities, and our employees. Your contribution is key to the quality of service SMA delivers.Throughout your career with SMA, there will be opportunities for you to improve the skills you need to achieve your professional goals. We encourage you to explore innovative ways to develop solutions while collaborating with team members inside and outside the organizationby providing the framework for you to find success.

We don't just talk about being client-focused; the engineers, scientists, surveyors, technicians and other professionals at SMA live and breathe it. After all, we are members of the communities we help.

Why Join Us?

• Ownership & Impact:Experience the unique advantage of employee ownership, where your contributions directly shape our company's future.
• Community Focus:We're deeply committed to the communities we serve. Our engineers, scientists, surveyors, and professionals are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that make a real difference.
• Growth & Development:We invest in your professional growth, providing opportunities to expand your skills and collaborate with a dynamic team.
• Proven Excellence:With a legacy dating back to 1985, SMA is a leading engineering firm, renowned for our commitment to infrastructure, water safety, environmental remediation, and more.

SUMMARY:

Construction Observer II-IV is responsible for coordinating and observing the construction of water, sanitary sewer, and other public or private construction projects assisting a project supervisor. Assignments typically include primarily field duties with some office duties, such as daily report writing. Under the supervision of a Project Engineer, ability to perform construction observation and effectively interact with Contractors, Clients and SMA technical and administrative staff. Candidate shall be comfortable identifying potential issues promptly with Contractor and Engineer. Field assignments will extend from several weeks to several months and longer. The preferred Construction Observer should also have the ability to complete Constructability Reviews of design plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Able to perform construction observation, effectively interact with Contractors, Clients and SMA technical and administrative staff.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that it is being constructed in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Must maintain the daily record of construction work and inspection activities, including material quantities, various testing.
• Must be familiar with testing requirements and methods.
• Able to read and understand the construction bid documents, including drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Maintains a red line set of construction drawings and assist contractor on RFI’s review material submittals.
• Attend various meetings as needed related to construction projects.
• Must know the Standard Specifications for Water and Wastewater Construction and Building Construction in New Mexico and their application.
• Receives inquiries and complaints from residents and coordinates response with Owner and Engineer. Must be able to be a good communicator.
• Must know how to scale and measure distances. Must obtain measurements and report progress information and place on an Inspector's Daily Report.
• Become thoroughly familiar with the plans and specifications for the job to be inspected.
• Check and quantify materials before installation.
• Point out potential problems to the contractor and project engineer and keep project engineer and supervisor informed of progress of project.
• Must be able to follow and carry out specific instructions on an independent basis.
• Must have basic math skills to compute quantities and costs when requested.
• Must be able to interpret and implement company mandated safety policies. Be aware of and adhere to Contractor’s Safety Plan.
• Capable of handling the large and complex projects, including multiple trades and/or crews.
• Capable of overseeing multiple projects with other RPR’s.

TRAVEL: up to 75%

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Required high School Diploma or GED, but preferred a college degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of construction inspection or management experience or the equivalent thereof.
• Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and have an acceptable motor vehicle record to drive a company vehicle.

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

At SMA, we reward talent with competitive salaries and benefits that reflect your experience and contributions:

• Salary Range: $23.00 - $41.00 (Hourly)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Options (ESOP), Life/ADD Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care, and more.
• Paid Time Off & Wellness Programs: Generous PTO, flexible work schedules, wellness initiatives, and more.
• Professional Growth : Tuition/Student Loan reimbursement program, professional dues, and opportunities for advancement within the company.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able and willing to frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Why SMA?
Since 1985,Souder, Miller & Associateshas been a leader in providing engineering, survey, and environmental solutions across New Mexico. As the third-largest engineering firm in New Mexico, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to complex challenges, from designing public infrastructure to environmental remediation. Our employee-driven culture fosters asense of ownershipandcommunitywhere everyone’s contribution is recognized and valued.

At SMA,you’re not just a team member– you’re an integral part of our journey to success, a mentor to the next generation of engineers, and a leader who shapes the future of the communities we serve.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

It is the policy of the Company to afford equal employment to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, spouse affiliation or veteran status, and to conform to all applicable laws and regulations. The Company is fully committed to this concept and all personnel are expected to actively participate in the implementation of these policies.