Owner's Representative Civil Inspector

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY

Golden (CO)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 150,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY seeks an Owner's Representative Civil Inspector to oversee civil and structural construction for a major project. You will monitor contractor performance, verify work against IFC drawings, and ensure compliance with codes, drawings, and quality standards.

Your focus includes documenting progress, coordinating with EPC and QA/QC teams, and promoting a strong safety culture on site. This is a demanding on-site role requiring extensive civil inspection expertise.

Qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
Minimum 7–10 years of civil inspection on large industrial projects.
3–5 years on power, energy, petrochemical or LNG projects preferred.
Owner's Representative experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Represent the owner during all civil construction activities.
Monitor contractor performance for compliance with specs, drawings, schedules and quality.
Verify activities per IFC drawings and contract requirements.
Observe daily work and identify deviations from requirements.
Ensure compliance with building codes and industry standards.
Inspect site prep, excavation, foundations, and concrete placement.
Document field activities with reports and photos.
Coordinate with EPC, QA/QC, safety and environmental teams.
Promote safety culture and resolve field issues.

Skills

Observation skills

Documentation

Reading drawings

Civil specs

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

MS Office

Construction mgmt software

Education

Bachelor/Associate Civil Eng or Construction Mgmt

High school + relevant experience

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Description

Pay:$130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Project: Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Power Plant Construction

Position Summary

The Owner's Representative Civil Inspector is responsible for monitoring, inspecting, and

documenting all civil and structural construction activities on behalf of the project owner to

ensure compliance with project specifications, engineering drawings, applicable codes, quality

standards, and safety requirements.

The inspector serves as the owner's field representative,

verifying that construction is performed in accordance with contract requirements while

protecting the owner's interests throughout the project lifecycle.

This position works closely with EPC contractors, subcontractors, engineering teams,

commissioning personnel, and the owner's project management team to ensure high-quality

execution of all civil works.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Oversight

Represent the owner during all civil construction activities.
Monitor contractor performance for compliance with project specifications, drawings,

schedules, and quality requirements.

Verify construction activities are completed according to approved IFC (Issued for

Construction) drawings.

Observe daily work activities and identify deviations from project requirements.
Ensure construction practices meet applicable building codes and industry standards.

Inspect and document

Site preparation and grading
Excavation and trenching
Foundations and spread footings
Deep foundations and drilled piers (if applicable)
Reinforced concrete placement
Anchor bolt installation and verification
Structural concrete for turbine, HRSG, transformer, and equipment foundations
Roads and paving
Structural steel foundations
Pipe supports
Cable trench construction
Duct banks
Retaining walls
Buildings and architectural concrete
Backfill and compaction activities

Quality Assurance

Verify materials comply with approved submittals and specifications.
Review inspection and test plans (ITPs).
Witness field testing including:

o Soil density testing
o Air content
o Reinforcing steel inspections
o Anchor bolt surveys
o Survey control verification

Verify contractor quality documentation.
Track punch list items through completion.

Documentation

Prepare detailed daily inspection reports.
Maintain photographic documentation of construction progress.
Review contractor inspection records.
Participate in turnover documentation.
Assist with preparation of project completion reports.

Coordination

Attend daily construction meetings.
Participate in weekly owner meetings.
Coordinate with:

o EPC construction management
o QA/QC personnel
o Safety representatives
o Environmental compliance personnel
o Commissioning team

Provide timely communication of field issues to the Owner's Project Manager.

Safety

Promote a strong safety culture.
Observe contractor compliance with project safety requirements.
Report unsafe conditions immediately.
Participate in safety observations and site walkthroughs.
Ensure inspections are conducted safely and in accordance with site procedures.
Document field observations.
Review Requests for Information (RFIs) affecting civil work.
Support evaluation of field changes.
Verify corrective actions are completed.
Assist with resolution of construction quality issues.

Required Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or

related field preferred.

High school diploma or equivalent with significant relevant experience considered.
Minimum 7–10 years of civil inspection experience on large industrial construction

projects.