Junior Inspector - Construction Services (CEI)

DRMP; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

401(k) Plan and Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Health and dental insurance premiums

Mentorship Program

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Job summary

DRMP is expanding its Construction Engineering Inspection division into South Carolina and seeks near entry-level inspectors in Columbia, SC. The Junior Inspector will support higher-level staff, document daily construction progress, and assist with testing and reporting.

Key duties include field sampling, measurement, and ensuring conformance to specifications. A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain several SC DOT qualifications within 90 days are required.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must obtain Work Zone Traffic Control (Advanced or Supervisor) within six months of employment.
• Must possess SCDOT Earthwork & Base Course Technician qualification within 90 days of employment.
• Must possess SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician or obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Must possess SCDOT Concrete Technician Level 1&2 or obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Must possess ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1 or obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Must possess SCDOT SCDHEC/Clemson CEPSCI (Sediment Control Inspector) qualification within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Daily documentation of contractor’s work efforts.
• Earthwork Construction forms completion.
• On-site material sampling and testing.
• Assisting with preparation of the project closeout documentation.
• Measure distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of construction activity/layout.
• Observes work in progress to ensure proper construction procedures and material conformance.
• Obtains and/or prepares material samples for laboratory testing.
• Examines workmanship of finished installations for contract conformance.
• Collecting field records for quantities of materials received or used during specified periods.
• Maintains daily log of construction and inspection activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job Details

Department: Construction/CEI

Location: Columbia, SC

Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour

DRMP is growing our Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) Division into South Carolina, and we're looking for near Entry-Level Inspectors to join our team. If you're a Junior Inspector looking for the next step in your career or an Inspector looking for a new opportunity - we'd love to discuss a career with DRMP!

As a Junior Inspector, you will be responsible for performing basic mathematical calculations and follow technical instructions as delegated for construction inspection and testing. Duties are to assist higher-level inspectors performing these field services, while documenting construction progress via daily work reports.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include:

• Daily documentation of contractor’s work efforts.
• Earthwork Construction forms completion.
• On-site material sampling and testing.
• Assisting with preparation of the project closeout documentation.
• Measure distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of construction activity/layout.
• Observes work in progress to ensure that proper construction procedures are followed and materials used conform to specifications.
• Obtains and/or prepares material samples for laboratory testing.
• Examines workmanship of finished installations for conformance with contract specifications.
• Collecting field records for quantities of materials received or used during specified periods.
• Maintains daily log of construction and inspection activities.

What You’ll Need:

• Must be High School graduate or equivalent
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must obtain Work Zone Traffic Control (Advanced or Supervisor) within the first six months of employment
• Must possess SCDOT Earthwork & Base Course Technician qualification o obtain within first 90 days months of employment
• Must possess SCDOT Asphalt Roadway Technician or obtain within first 90 days of employment
• Must possess SCDOT Concrete Technician Level 1&2 or obtain within first 90 days of employment
• Must possess ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1 or obtain within first 90 days of employment
• Must possess SCDOT SCDHEC/Clemson CEPSCI (Sediment Control Inspector) qualification within first six months of employment
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Position requires minimum of 40 hours a week with possibility of overtime (Hourly).
• Possess SCDOT or valid qualification from another state for ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1 or obtain within the first 90 days of employment.

KSA’s:

• Receives general instructions regarding assignments, and expected to assist Inspectors, Senior Inspectors, and/or Project Manager with completion of specific tasks and assists in all phases of the construction project. Responsible for preparing supporting documentation for progress and final estimates throughout the project duration.

DRMP Offers:

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.