Sr Construction Inspector

Hill International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector in Houston, Texas, to ensure project compliance and quality standards across construction works valued from $10M to $50M. Responsibilities include daily site observations, documentation management, and contractor payment verification, requiring a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in construction project management.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(K) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Preferred: Master electrical or plumbing license, inspector certifications.
• Three years project management experience or ten years in construction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance observations on construction sites.
• Review monthly contractor payment applications.
• Monitor safety and SWPPP compliance.

Skills

Project management

Construction compliance

Documentation organization

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Sciences

Master electrical or plumbing license

Tools

R.S. Means

Job description

Hill International is seeking a Sr Construction Inspector in Houston, Texas

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Sciences, or other construction-related fields.
• Three years of project management/construction management experience or ten years of experience in the related construction trade, including one year of supervisory experience. Additional years of experience may substitute for education on a one-to-one basis.
• Master electrical or plumbing license is preferred.
• Industry-sponsored inspector certifications relevant to the trades being inspected are preferred.

Benefits

Depending on employment status, Hill offers comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holidays, 401(K), Employee Referral Program, Certification Incentives, Hill University Learning & Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, and Years of Service Awards.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct daily observations of construction work for compliance with drawings, specifications, RFIs, change orders, and submittals. Issue Observation Reports noting non-compliance, referencing relevant drawings and specs. Project portfolio: 1 project, value $10M-$50M.
2. Attend early morning, evening, or after-hours installations requiring owner representation. Flexible hours required.
3. Maintain and organize on-site documentation, including inspection reports, RFIs, ASIs, change control documents, etc.
4. Review and approve monthly contractor Payment Applications. Survey construction progress to verify percent complete by trades.
5. Coordinate material testing, air balance testing, and system testing. Monitor commissioning, including equipment testing and system integration. Track deficiencies for re-testing and performance.
6. Assist the RCM in resolving issues across disciplines. Draft Field Directives and Orders for approval. Confirm pricing using R.S. Means or other tools.
7. Participate in pre-construction and regular site meetings. Facilitate pre-installation meetings for key systems.
8. Coordinate utility outages, noise control, traffic, and security with campus facilities and operations. Attend planning meetings.
9. Oversee project close-out procedures, including manuals, as-builts, punch lists, and warranties. Ensure deficiencies are addressed.
10. Monitor safety and SWPPP compliance. Maintain safety and SWPPP files.
11. Stay updated on applicable codes and regulations, including IBC, NFPA 101, OSHA, ADA, ASHRAE 90.1, and specific requirements for specialized projects.
12. Interface with users, campus operations, architects, engineers, contractors, utilities, and regulators to resolve conflicts.