Construction Observer

GarNat Engineering, LLC; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

GarNat Engineering is seeking a Construction Observer to join our team in Arkansas. The observer will monitor water and wastewater infrastructure construction to ensure adherence to plans, specifications, and standards.

The role requires preparing daily reports, coordinating with project managers and contractors, and verifying quantities on site while traveling to project sites and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction observation, water and wastewater utilities, civil engineering, or public works.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and engineering plans for water and wastewater utilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel to project sites.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Observe construction activities on water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with project plans, specifications, permits, and quality standards.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Document construction progress with photographs and written reports.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Identify and communicate construction issues, discrepancies, and safety concerns.
• Attend project meetings and provide construction updates.
• Verify quantities and assist with project record keeping as needed.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Outdoor work in varying weather

Travel to project sites

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

GarNat Engineering is looking for a Construction Observer to join our team.The Construction Observer will be responsible for observing and documenting construction activities to help ensure water and wastewater utility infrastructure projects are completed in accordance with plans, specifications, and applicable standards.

Responsibilities

• Observe construction activities on water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with project plans, specifications, permits, and quality standards.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Document construction progress with photographs and written reports.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Identify and communicate construction issues, discrepancies, and safety concerns.
• Attend project meetings and provide construction updates.
• Verify quantities and assist with project record keeping as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in construction observation, water and wastewater utilities, civil engineering, or public works.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and engineering plans for water and wastewater utilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel to project sites.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Based on experience

Benefits: For Full Time Employees

• Health, Vision, Dental insurance, and Life insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 40 hour week, Monday through Friday; weekends and extended weekday hours as needed.