Roofing Construction Observer

LVI Associates; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Professional development

Variety of projects

Career progression

Technical training

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Roofing Construction Observer to support commercial roofing projects across the Minneapolis market. The role emphasizes fieldwork, quality assurance, inspections, and collaborating with project teams to ensure installations meet specifications and industry standards.

The ideal candidate has hands-on commercial roofing experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to interpret drawings. Travel to project sites will be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with commercial roofing systems, construction, inspections, or building envelope projects.
• Understanding of roofing materials, installation methods, and industry best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of construction-site safety procedures and best practices.
• Professional certifications such as IIBEC, RRO, or RRC are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• On-site observations and inspections of commercial roofing.
• Evaluate materials, methods, and workmanship for compliance.
• Prepare detailed field reports documenting progress and findings.
• Verify work aligns with drawings and quality standards.
• Capture site photographs and maintain project documentation.
• Collaborate with contractors and stakeholders to meet deadlines.
• Perform QA reviews and recommend improvements for deficiencies.

Skills

Commercial roofing experience

Reading drawings & specifications

Written & verbal communication

Detail-oriented & organized

Interpret construction drawings

Safety procedures knowledge

Certifications such as IIBEC/RRO/RRC (

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

A well-established building envelope consulting and engineering firm is seeking a Roofing Construction Observer to support commercial roofing projects throughout the Minneapolis market.

This position is ideal for someone with hands-on commercial roofing experience who enjoys fieldwork, quality assurance, inspections, and working closely with project teams to ensure installations meet project specifications and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site observations and inspections of commercial roofing systems.
• Evaluate roofing materials, installation methods, and workmanship for compliance with project specifications and contract requirements.
• Prepare detailed field reports documenting observations, findings, and project progress.
• Verify completed work aligns with construction documents and quality standards.
• Capture site photographs and maintain project documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and project stakeholders to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Perform quality assurance reviews and communicate recommendations when deficiencies are identified.

Qualifications

• Experience working with commercial roofing systems, construction, inspections, or building envelope projects.
• Strong understanding of roofing materials, installation methods, and industry best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD is beneficial but not required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.
• Knowledge of construction-site safety procedures and best practices.
• Professional certifications such as IIBEC, RRO, RRC, or related credentials are highly desirable.

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Mileage, travel, lodging, and per diem reimbursement where applicable.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of commercial roofing and building envelope projects.
• Career progression with an established and respected consulting organization.
• Strong technical training and exposure to complex roof assessment and quality assurance projects.

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates currently working as:

• Roofing Superintendent
• Roofing Inspector
• Building Envelope Consultant
• Quality Control Manager
• Roofing Project EngineerRoofing Foreman
• Construction Observer
• Field Technician
• Facilities Condition Assessor
• Roofing Project Manager seeking a more technical role