Construction Observer

Lamp Rynearson; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamp Rynearson is seeking a Construction Observer for our Kansas City, MO office. The role involves monitoring field activities, documenting construction progress, and ensuring compliance with project plans and specifications.

This hands-on position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work with contractors and project teams on public infrastructure projects. The candidate should have experience in construction, civil engineering, or surveying, and be able to interpret plans,

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, civil engineering, construction engineering, or surveying.
• Ability to interpret civil plans and specifications with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication with project teams and contractors.
• Well-developed problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at construction sites.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document construction activities to ensure conformance with plans.
• Communicate requirements to contractors and project teams.
• Assist with site access, safety checks, and progress reporting.
• Travel to project sites as needed.

Skills

Construction experience

Civil Engineering

Surveying experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Word

Excel

Adobe

Bluebeam

Job description

Overview

Lamp Rynearson is a professional service organization known for leading community changing projects. As a 100% employee-owned civil engineering, survey, planning, and consulting firm with three locations, we maintain a solid reputation with our clients and within our industry. More information about the firm is available at LampRynearson.com.

The Kansas City, MO office is seeking a qualified, organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and observant individual to serve as a Construction Observer. This opportunity is for an energetic field representative familiar with public infrastructure projects. The position is responsible for accurate monitoring and documenting of construction projects. The Construction Observer assures that the project has been constructed in accordance with project plans and specifications.

A successful candidate will possess:

• Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering or Surveying experience.
• The ability to interpret civil engineering plans and specifications with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to relay plan and specification requirements to contractors and to effectively communicate with members of the project team.
• Well-developed problem-solving skills.
• The ability to collaborate with contractors, clients, and coworkers.
• Proven organizational skills,
• The ability to work well with a variety of character types and backgrounds.
• Basic computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel, Adobe or Bluebeam software.
• The ability to physically maneuver around construction sites, including accessing stabilized excavations and trenches, structures, and other disturbed areas.
• The ability to lift and carry 50 pounds of weight.
• The availability to work overtime including Saturdays as needed.
• A dependable personal vehicle to access our project sites.
• Valid driver's license with minimum state required liability insurance and clean driving record.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact:

Human Resources14710 West Dodge Road, Suite 100Omaha, Nebraska 68154Phone: [phone]

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Location

9001 State Line Road Kansas City, MO 64114