Resident Project Representative/Construction Inspector

Hazen and Sawyer; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm, Hazen and Sawyer, is seeking a Construction Inspector for utility projects in Florida. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, monitoring construction processes, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. Candidates should have at least 5 years of construction experience, preferably in the water/wastewater sector, coupled with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid holidays and PTO

Employer-contributed 401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant field construction experience in water/wastewater utilities.
• Proficiency in construction management software.
• Familiarity with civil and mechanical engineering methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site observation and evaluation of construction activities.
• Review project plans and drawings for compliance.
• Prepare daily reports and verify contractor pay applications.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

B.S. degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field

Engineering Technology or Building/Construction Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Primavera

Job description

Hazen is seeking a Construction Inspector for water and sewer utilities projects located in Palm Beach County and Broward County. The employee in this position will work with owners, contractors, third-party firms, and Hazen engineers to support the construction and commissioning of Hazen projects.

Why Hazen and Sawyer:

• Founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen-Williams equation), we are an employee-owned company with a singular focus on "all things water."
• Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
• We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
• We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
• We currently have over 2,000 employees in 70+ offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct on-site observation, monitoring, inspection, and evaluation of construction activities
• Review and interpret project demolition and work plans, specifications and drawings to verify contractor compliance therewith
• Review and monitor project schedule, sequence of activities, and time extension claims
• Assist the multi-discipline engineering team in the resolution of request for information and claims
• Review contractor performance and compliance with safety requirements
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with multi-discipline teams, consultants, owners, contractors, and third-party inspection/testing firms
• Prepare daily reports, verify material quantities, and review contractor pay applications
• May supervise and train Field Coordinators
• Assist and coordinate with project start-up activities
• Maintain construction related documentation
• Travel to various project sites within Palm Beach County and Broward County
• Assist with construction administration tasks, including shop drawing processing and maintenance of documentation, change orders.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant field construction experience, preferably in the water/wastewater/utility industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in computer software typically used (e.g., Microsoft Office, Procore, Primavera, etc.)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with construction methods typical of civil, structural, and mechanical engineering, and construction materials testing
• Capable of reviewing and implementing project design plans and technical specifications
• Must be capable of performing assigned office and/or field tasks without daily supervision

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in a Civil/Environmental Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Building/Construction Science, or an Associate Degree in Engineering Science
• Engineer In Training (EIT) or Construction Manager In Training (CMIT - Construction Manager Certification Institute/CMCI) Certification

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans)
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation
• Short and long-term disability, and employer paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
• Employer-contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support
• Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in-house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships
• Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location