Construction Technician

OHM Advisors; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Certification expense reimbursement

Volunteer service leave

Life insurance

Job summary

OHM Advisors in Michigan is seeking a Construction Technician to inspect field work, interpret drawings, and assist project teams across infrastructure projects. You will support project managers by planning, scheduling, coordinating inspections, and tracking progress. Knowledge of erosion control and sediment may be advantageous. This role emphasizes team collaboration, safety, and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience with local agency programs and DOT inspection experience.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Perform daily field inspections and prepare daily work reports.
• Demonstrate strong project organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections of construction work and prepare daily work reports.
• Interpret construction drawings and specifications on construction projects.
• Determine if encountered field conditions require a change to the construction contract.
• Implement RFIs on submittals and shop drawings into real-world construction projects.
• Perform testing of materials including concrete, aggregates, and density testing in field and lab settings.
• Track and record as-built information for project records.
• Communicate with the project team throughout the process.
• Collaborate with multiple disciplines as a team member.

Skills

Field inspections

Interpret drawings

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Communication

Job description

Come work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm.

With the singular mission ofAdvancing Communities, our diverse 750+ team of professionals works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering.

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future.

What You Will Contribute to OHM Advisors

As a construction technician at OHM Advisors, you will bring your technical expertise to the forefront of building and maintaining safe, high-quality structures. You will collaborate closely with project managers to plan, schedule, coordinate construction projects, along with tracking project progress, identifying potential issues, and implementing solutions on infrastructure projects.

Your Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections of construction work and prepare daily work reports.


• Interpret construction drawings and specifications on construction projects.


• Determine if encountered field conditions require a change to the construction contract.


• Implement RFIs on submittals and shop drawings into real-world construction projects.


• Perform a wide variety or monitor materials testing, including concrete, aggregates, and density testing both in the field and lab settings.


• Track and record as-built information for incorporation into project record drawings.


• Communicate with the project team throughout the process.


• Demonstrate strong project organization skills.


• 5 years’ experience with local agency programs and DOT inspection experience.


• Capable of working as a team member with multiple disciplines.


• Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water Inspector (CESSWI) is a plus.


• Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) is a plus.

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. We’re committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.

Benefits:

• BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision


• Company Profit Sharing


• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution


• Paid professional association membership


• Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement


• Volunteer Service Leave


• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance


• Short & Long-Term Disability Options

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:

• Voluntary Wellness Program


• OHM Grad School


• OHM University

You can read more about each of these programs on ourwebsite.

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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

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