Senior Construction Inspector

Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc.; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to ensure quality and safety in construction projects. This role involves reviewing plans, performing tests, and supervising inspection activities to guarantee compliance with legal requirements. Candidates with extensive experience in roadway construction inspection and strong analytical skills will thrive in this dynamic environment. Join a 100% employee-owned firm that values teamwork and client focus, and make a significant impact on projects throughout the United States. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of roadway construction inspection experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Perform routine tests on materials and supervise inspection staff.

Skills

Client requested certifications

Strong Computer proficiency

Active driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT's Virginia Beach Construction Management Team is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector to apply standard inspection procedures to ongoing activities during and after construction for structural quality, general safety, and conformance to plans, specifications and codes.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Review and interpret plans, site layouts, specifications and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations
2. Perform routine tests on concrete, soils and other materials
3. Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes
4. Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance of plans, contract documents, specifications and standards
5. Assign, schedule and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project
6. Work on behalf of the Client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction related field issues
7. Gather and maintain record documents
8. Make field notes and computations
9. Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

1. Client requested certifications
2. Strong Computer proficiency
3. Active driver's license
4. Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Required Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent (may be substituted for experience)
2. 7+ years of roadway construction inspection experience

Preferred Experience

1. Associates or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
2. Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations
3. Ability to act in an Owner’s Agent/Responsible in Charge role

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Job Competencies

1. Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
2. Building Relationships and Teamwork
3. Client Focus
4. Communication
5. Dependability
6. Job Proficiency
7. Quality Service
8. Safety

If Managing Others, These Competencies Apply

1. Delegation
2. Managing Performance
3. Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
4. Building Relationships and Teamwork
5. Client Focus
6. Communication
7. Job Proficiency
8. Quality Service
9. Safety

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.