Construction Observer

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Marion (IL); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a Construction Inspector in Marion, Illinois. The role involves monitoring construction activities for compliance and performing onsite construction materials testing. The position requires travel up to 50% of the time, primarily within Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, and Kentucky.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of roadway or airport construction experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans.
• Schedule and observe onsite construction materials testing.
• Communicate field construction activities with contractors.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/equivalent

Job description

Position Profile

This position will be responsible for observation and documentation of airport paving, drainage, utility, lighting, structural and site development during construction. Projects could also include highways, local roads, bridges, and earthen structures.

A Day in the Life of a Construction Inspector at Hanson

• Represent owner in monitoring construction activities for compliance with plans and specifications.
• Perform or schedule/observe onsite construction materials testing.
• Coordinate and communicate field construction activities with contractors, designers and/or owner’s representative(s).
• This role will require travel including overnight up to approximately 50% of the time. The majority of the travel will be within IL, MO, IN, and KY.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years of roadway or airport construction experience
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an airport environment preferred; but experience with other infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, earth structures) would also apply.
• IDOT Construction Technician courses: Documentation of Contracts and Quantities, 3‑Day Aggregate, PCC Level I and II, HMA Level I and II
• NASSCO Certification preferred
• Possession or ability to obtain the following certifications: ITCP-CIPP, PACP, LACP, MACP
• Department of Transportation project experience (IL preferred) and familiarity with the respective agency documentation and material testing certifications
• Candidates must be able to work as a team member as well as independently, have the desire to learn new skills, be self‑motivated, and possess good interpersonal communication skills.

Salary

$30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well‑being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work‑life balance programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

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