Facilities Construction Inspector 2

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Facilities Construction Inspector to ensure quality and compliance on construction sites. In this dynamic role, you will inspect various construction materials and processes, collaborate with project managers, and document your findings meticulously. This position offers the chance to travel extensively, engage in hands-on work outdoors, and contribute to significant projects. Join a company that values your input and fosters a culture of collaboration and respect, where your efforts can lead to meaningful change in the community and the industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in construction inspection and familiarity with building materials.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to document observations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of construction sites and document progress.
• Collaborate with field representatives and provide guidance to staff.

Skills

Problem-solving

Written communication

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical school or college degree

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

PDF editing software (Revu Bluebeam or Adobe)

Collaboration products (OneDrive, MS Teams, OneNote)

Job description

Facilities Construction Inspector 2 - (182321)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrate familiarity with a broad spectrum of construction materials, methods and processes for buildings and facilities.
• Conduct inspection of electrical, mechanical/HVAC and site civil.
• Collaborate with other field representatives or Project Managers.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses.
• Provide guidance to less-experienced field staff as needed.
• Conduct or coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing.
• Compose reports with a daily log of activities, personnel, and pictures to send to clients daily.
• Work may require 50% to 100% travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections outside of the Kansas City area.
• Possibility for long-term project assignments.
• Work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law.
• Technical school or college degree.
• Relevant industry certifications.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.
• General accounting knowledge.
• Familiarity with collaboration products such as OneDrive, MS Teams, and OneNote.
• PDF editing software such as Revu Bluebeam or Adobe.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Eager to learn and ask questions and perform new duties as needed under supervision.
• Exhibit professionalism with clients.
• Exercise good judgment and discretion, and independently resolve problems and issues.
• Utilize survey equipment to check and confirm construction.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• This position typically requires successfully passing drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Primary Location

United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Construction Services (HDRE)

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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