Construction Observer Consultant, Infrastructure

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. seeks a qualified candidate for a construction observation role in the United States. This position entails monitoring construction activities, documenting contract quantities, and coordinating survey and testing processes.

Successful candidates will need a valid driver's license and at least 5 years in relevant experience, preferably with Illinois Department of Transportation projects. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits including performance bonuses and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of construction observation and contract administration experience.
• Experience with Illinois Department of Transportation projects is preferred.
• Current IDOT Certification and CMMS training required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities and documentation.
• Coordinate survey work and materials testing.
• Assist in resolving contract problems.

Skills

Construction observation

Contract administration

Documentation skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma/equivalent

Associate degree in civil engineering technology

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Representing owner in monitoring construction activities; often monitoring several work aspects occurring at the same time
• Responsible for documentation of contract quantities of construction materials per IDOT procedures
• Coordination of survey work and materials testing
• Representing owner in monitoring construction activities
• Assisting with progress meetings
• Assist with the effective resolution of contract problems, timely completion of contract documentation, and ability to adjust or changes within established policies
• Ability to interpret plans and specifications

Soft Skills

• Must be able to work independently and as a team member to problem solve and learn new technical skills
• Must have the ability to multi‑task and oversee multiple, concurrent work activities
• Must be self‑motivated
• Must possess good interpersonal communication skills

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/equivalent. An associate degree from an accredited two‑year civil engineering technology program or two years of college in pre‑engineering or civil technology is preferred, as would a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year civil engineering program plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of construction observation and contract administration experience: experience working on Illinois Department of Transportation roadway and railway construction projects is preferred.
• Current IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities certification and Construction Materials Management System (CMMS) training, or the ability to complete within 3 months.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

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

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