Construction Representative - Water/Wastewater

Pape-Dawson; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Tyler, Texas, seeks a Construction Inspector to ensure field procedures and materials meet plans and specifications on active projects.

The role involves measuring distances, verifying levels and elevations, observing work, maintaining daily logs, and preparing sketches for record drawings. A high school diploma and 5+ years of related experience are required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of related experience and/or training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team.
• Positive attitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure and take responsibility for actions and decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Reliability in attendance and ensuring responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Willingness to take on self-development activities, increased responsibilities, and assist when needed.
• Strong ethical decision-making, confidentiality, and integrity in all work activities.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Observe construction work to ensure procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.
• Measure distances to verify dimensions for installations and layouts.
• Verify levels, alignment, and elevation of installations.
• Observe work to ensure procedures followed and materials conform to specifications.
• Examine workmanship for conformity to standards.
• Interpret plans for contractors and discuss deviations with engineers, contractors, and owners.
• Record quantities of materials received or used.
• Maintain a daily log of construction and inspection activities.
• Compute monthly estimates of work completed and review contractor payments.
• Prepare sketches of installations that deviate from plans.
• Monitor contractor schedules and coordinate testing with labs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Reliability

Independent work

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years of related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Observes construction work in progress to ensure that procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Measure distances to verify accuracy of dimensions for structural installations and layouts.
• Verify levels, alignment, and elevation of installations.
• Observe work in progress to ensure procedures followed and materials used conform to specifications and submittals.
• Examine workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standards.
• Interpret plans and specifications for contractors and discuss deviations from specified construction procedures with engineers, contractors, and/or owners to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Record quantities of materials received or used during specified periods.
• Maintain a daily log of construction and inspection activities and compare progress reports.
• Compute monthly estimates of work completed and review contractor payments.
• Prepare sketches of construction installations that deviate from plans and report such changes for incorporation into record drawings.
• Monitor contractor work schedules, coordinate with construction materials testing laboratories, and request necessary testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of related experience and/or training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and dedication to completing projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team.
• Positive attitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure and take responsibility for actions and decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Reliability in attendance and ensuring responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Willingness to take on self-development activities, increased responsibilities, and assist when needed.
• Strong ethical decision-making, confidentiality, and integrity in all work activities.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed.

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.