Construction Observer Manager

happybrush GmbH; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)

Paid parental leave

Life & AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Wellness program with reimbursement

Job summary

DLZ Corporation in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Construction Observer Manager to lead field inspection teams, ensure compliance with project plans and specifications, and maintain thorough client communication.

The role emphasizes coordination of field data, safety training, and adherence to environmental and regulatory requirements, with opportunities to grow into leadership within a multidisciplinary firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in applicable field with 3 years relevant experience, or Associates with 6 years experience.
• Proper certifications such as compaction, asphalt, concrete, aggregate or others.
• 40 hours approved safety training program to qualify for hazardous waste remediation clean-up inspection.
• 40 hours approved and certified AHERA EPA training for building inspector/management planner.
• INDOT construction inspection prequalification preferred, or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months.
• CESSWI certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of field inspection.
• Interpret specifications, working drawings, including submittals and shop drawings and convey intent to the contractor.
• Liaison between project and field staff on all aspects of construction projects.
• Enforce the contract documents.
• Supervise the performance of all testing and sampling as required in the plans and specifications.
• Coordinate the collection of field data as required by the plans and specifications or project staff.
• Assure that field data obtained is accurate and recorded in a legible organized fashion.
• Keep Project Manager apprised of schedule changes and work schedule problems.
• Keep the client fully informed as to satisfactory progress through daily reports and scheduled progress meetings.
• Review the report of daily installed construction quantities to review payment requests.
• Administer the release and regulations of the UST program (if required).
• Administer the public health and safety requirements, and be fully trained in the proper safety procedures incurred while inspecting.
• Administer the rules and regulations of AHERA program and meet EPA certification requirement (if required).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field inspection

Interpret specifications

Contractor liaison

Safety procedures

Reporting & documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable field

Associate's degree with 6 years experience

Tools

Compaction certification

Asphalt certification

Concrete certification

INDOT prequalification

CESSWI certification

AHERA EPA training

Job description

Shape the Future with DLZ!

At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.

Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.

DLZ Corporation has a Construction Observer Manager opportunity to develop a group and grow into a leadership role in Indianapolis, IN.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all aspects of field inspection.
• Interpret specifications, working drawings, including submittals and shop drawings and convey intent to the contractor.
• Liaison between project and field staff on all aspects of construction projects.
• Enforce the contract documents.
• Supervise the performance of all testing and sampling as required in the plans and specifications.
• Coordinate the collection of field data as required by the plans and specifications or project staff.
• Assure that field data obtained is accurate and recorded in a legible organized fashion.
• Keep Project Manager apprised of schedule changes and work schedule problems. Work with project staff in charge of project on design changes, construction/contractor concerns and affected public.
• Keep the client fully informed as to satisfactory progress through daily reports and scheduled progress meetings.
• Review the report of daily installed construction quantities to review payment requests in terms of progress and amount completed to date.
• Administer the release and regulations of the UST program (if required).
• Administer the public health and safety requirements, and be fully trained in the proper safety procedures incurred while inspecting.
• Administer the rules and regulations of AHERA program and meet EPA certification requirement (if required).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in applicable field with 3 years relevant experience, or
• Associates Degree in applicable field with 6 years experience.
• Proper certifications such as compaction, asphalt, concrete, aggregate or others.
• 40 hours approved safety training program to qualify for hazardous waste remediation clean-up inspection.
• 40 hours approved and certified AHERA EPA training for building inspector/management planner.
• INDOT construction inspection prequalification preferred, or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months.
• CESSWI certification or ability to obtain certification.

Investing in Your Future:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & health savings account
• 401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)
• Paid parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Wellness program with reimbursement benefits

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy—it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws.