Inspector

Professional Engineering Consultants; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Engineering Consultants seeks an Inspector to perform construction inspections across diverse projects in Kansas, including site development, roadways, bridges, and utilities. The role requires reviewing plans and submittals, ensuring material compliance, documenting progress with daily/weekly reports, and coordinating with project teams.

Candidates should have a construction/engineering background and be willing to travel to project sites regularly.

Qualifications

• Review project plans, specs, contract documents, submittals and shop drawings before start of construction.
• Ensure materials and equipment have approved submittals prior to installation.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications and codes.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and weekly progress summaries.
• Take photographs to document project progress and conditions.
• Track quantities and pay items using Excel and similar templates.
• Attend meetings and manage punch lists; maintain project records.
• Drive to project sites daily and assist field team as needed.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specs and submittals to gain clear understanding of project.
• Ensure materials and equipment have approved submittals prior to installation.
• Monitor and ensure construction activities comply with contract documents and codes.
• Notify contractor and project team of non-conforming work.
• Prepare daily and weekly inspection reports.
• Maintain quantity tracking and project documentation.

Skills

Engineering inspection knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AS/BS in construction-related field preferred

Tools

Bluebeam PDF Editor

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

GPS data collectors / laser levels

Job description

The Inspector position will perform construction inspection services on various types of construction projects to ensure project compliance with contract documents and applicable regulations/codes. Inspection projects involve various types of construction including site civil land developments, roadways, bridges, airport infrastructure, grading, asphalt/concrete paving, underground utilities, water/wastewater treatment plants, storm drainage, intersection improvements, sidewalks, multi-use pathways, traffic signals, etc. Inspection projects may include other components within the disciplines of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental, and/or industrial, etc. Inspection projects may include new construction work, maintenance work, rehab work, renovation work, and/or repair work for various types of clients including municipalities, State DOTs, airports, turnpike associations, private developers, private corporations, etc.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review project plans, specifications, contract documents, approved submittals and shop drawings, geo-tech reports and any other applicable project reporting prior to start of construction to gain clear understanding of project
• Ensure all materials and equipment being incorporated into the project have an approved submittal or shop drawing prior to being installed on project
• Monitor and ensure that project construction activities being performed, and materials/equipment being incorporated into the project are compliant with the project plans, specifications, contract documents, approved submittals & shop drawings, geo-tech reports, and applicable regulations/codes
• Notify the contractor and Project Engineer or Project Manager of non-conforming work
• Prepare and maintain daily inspection reports, utilizing established reporting format, for the construction activities inspected
• Prepare and maintain weekly inspection summary reports, utilizing established reporting formats, for the week’s construction progress on the project
• Measure and track completed quantities and installed pay items, utilizing established tracking methods (including Excel spreadsheet templates) or creating quantity tracking methods or Excel spreadsheets as necessary. Perform computations with formulas, plot data and draw simple curves/graphs as necessary. Verifies plan quantities
• Track and document contractor contract time through established reporting format
• Take photographs (pre-construction, during construction, post-construction) of the project construction progress, site conditions, installed materials/equipment to create a chronological documented visual history of the project
• Ensure onsite materials testing is scheduled, observe onsite materials testing, ensure onsite materials testing is compliant with the project specifications, and ensure material testing results/reports are distributed to the applicable project team members, as determined by the Project Engineer or Project Manager. Perform field material testing and sample collection when necessary
• Produce redline drawings by tracking/logging redline changes on electronic set of plans
• Review Contractor pay estimates to verify quantities match Inspector’s summary of quantities log
• Attend construction project meetings including but not limited to pre-construction meeting, progress meetings, safety meetings, substantial/final completion walk-through meetings, other meetings as determined by the Project Engineer or Project Manager
• Produce and maintain punch lists of remaining and/or deficient work on the project
• Utilize an established electronic filing system and project folder tree to save and maintain all inspection project records and reports
• Ensure that Inspection Quality Control Checks are completed on each project per the established Inspection Quality Procedures
• Drive to assigned project sites and project related meetings daily
• May assist other PEC Team Members in the field, while performing project-related services such surveying, geotechnical soil and materials investigations, etc.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of methods, practices, principles and techniques of engineering disciplines (civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental, industrial, etc.) and field engineering services (inspection, field/lab materials testing, survey, geotechnical engineering, construction management) pertaining to construction inspection projects
• Knowledge of city/state/federal codes, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to construction inspection projects
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and PDF Editor (Bluebeam)
• Proficiency in using computers, tablets, and cell phones
• Proficiency in using construction inspection tools (measuring wheel, measuring tape, levels, etc.); Knowledge of GPS data collectors, laser levels, range finders preferred
• Skill in developing/maintaining cooperative and professional working relationships with team members, managers, clients, public, etc.
• Skill in performing quality control initiatives and taking prompt action for problem resolution
• Communication (written & oral): Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; Ability to listen and understand directions, information, and ideas when presented by others; Ability to handle a variety of issues with tact, diplomacy and in a confidential manner
• Ability to plan/organize daily work routine and to establish priorities for the completion of required work within required timeframes
• Ability to work 50+ hours per week, including nights and weekends when necessary
• Ability and willingness to accept occasional out-of-town projects if needed

Education and Experience:

• Current/Valid Driver’s License required
• KDOT inspection experience preferred
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree or higher required
• An A.S., B.S. or B.A. degree in an appropriate construction-related, technical, or engineering field, preferred
• Experience in field construction inspection or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience in a related construction, technical, or engineering field, preferred

License and Certification:

• The following KDOT CIT certifications are preferred: Basic Inspection (BI), Asphalt Paving Inspection (API), Concrete Paving Inspection (CPI), Structures Inspection (STR), Nuclear Gauge (NUC), American Concrete Institute Concrete Field Tester (ACI CF), and Construction Storm Water (CSW)

Supervisory Responsibilities (if there are no supervisor responsibilities, put N/A):

• N/A

PEC values a healthy work-life balance, and we focus on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work. The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of the work will be conducted primarily outdoors and occasionally inside buildings or other structures that may include exposure to inclement weather, heat, humidity, noise, hazard, atmospheric conditions, bodies of water, moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic waste depending on project requirements. The position requires mobility. Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10-35 pounds on a regular basis, occasionally moving materials that weigh up to 50-75 pounds, and carrying up to 25 pounds over rough terrain for 100 yards. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. There will be frequent, talking, hearing, standing, moving, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, balancing, coordination, sitting, and operating a company vehicle.

PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.