Precast Concrete Inspector

Louisiana Bridge Builders; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Louisiana Bridge Builders in Lake Charles, LA is seeking a Precast Concrete Inspector to ensure fabrication meets LADOTD specs, approved shop drawings, and industry standards. The role emphasizes quality documentation, on-site and off-site inspections, and coordinating with contractors to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate holds PCI Level III, has 3+ years of quality inspection experience in precast or construction, and a working knowledge of ISO 9001.

Qualifications

• PCI Level III certification required and 3+ years of related quality experience.
• Experience with LADOTD Design-Build projects and/or construction preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management System is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality documentation and records are accurate and up to date.
• Perform inspections of fabrication processes and monitor operations.
• Inspect precast-concrete products for contract compliance and quality standards.
• Review material certifications and QC records; assist in corrective actions.
• Compile reports detailing quality performance and lessons learned.

Skills

Effective communication

MS Office proficiency

Team player

Adaptability to change

Collaboration

On-site inspections

Education

PCI Level III Certification

ISO 9001 knowledge

Job description

Louisiana Bridge Builders (LBB) is design and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches for a 5.5 mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street.

*Louisiana Bridge Builders offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, and more.*

*Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.*

Position Purpose/Summary

The Precast Concrete Inspector is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders. This role is responsible for ensuring precast concrete components fabrication meets all applicable LADOTD specifications, approved shop drawings, and industry standards.

Location

This position is based in Lake Charles, LA.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure quality documentation and required records for the Project are accurate and up to date.
• Perform inspections of fabrication process and monitor operations.
• Inspection for compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications of precast-prestressed concrete products
• Testing of materials; review of plans
• Keeping daily diaries on project operations, resolving daily constructability issues and troubleshooting problems to mitigate delays to projects progress
• Monitoring contractor's daily operations
• Effectively communicating and coordinating work with contractor, coworkers and supervisors
• Testing concrete on-site
• Review fabrication details for constructability and installation compatibility.
• Review material certifications, fabrication quality control records, fabricators inspection and testing records, fabrication quality control records and repair records.
• Review quality documents prior to delivery.
• Assist in ensuring that quality requirements are implemented by subcontractors.
• Compile comprehensive reports detailing quality performance, highlighting trends, and suggesting corrective actions and lessons learned.
• Collaborate in the digitalization of quality records.
• Monitor, verify and generate daily reports on the progress and performance of contractor activities.
• Performing the offsite quality inspections at the Owners/suppliers/manufacturers yard/shop as needed.
• Reporting quality issues associated with the construction and track deficiencies/nonconformances.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Abilities, And Skills For Success

• Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
• Ability to use appropriate computer programs (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite) which includes having proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
• Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
• Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
• Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including overtime and work additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations.
• Ability to perform on-site inspections in outdoor areas.

Qualifications

At a minimum, the Precast Concrete Inspector must have PCI Level III along with 3+ years of related quality experience. Experience working with LADOTD Design-Build projects and/or the construction industry is preferred and a alid and current driver's license is required.

Knowledge and experience in the implementation of the ISO 9001 standard on Quality Management System is required. Experience in implementing quality management and quality control digital tools will be valued.

Physical Demands

Disclosure

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Supervisors may assign additional functions and requirements, as deemed appropriate. This job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied, or otherwise. Employment is at-will, and either the employee or the Company can end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, or for no reason at all. The Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

*Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.*