Chief Inspector I - Rocky Hill, CT

Keville Enterprises Inc.•Rocky Hill, CT

1d•$65 - $90•Onsite

About The Position

Keville Enterprises Inc. is seeking a full-time Chief Inspector I to work in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. The role oversees daily construction operations and ensures contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, and contractual requirements. The Chief Inspector manages inspection staff, reviews and delivers daily inspection reports, and monitors contractor performance, schedule adherence, and responsiveness. The position works with contractors to meet project cost, schedule, and quality goals and serves as a liaison to design staff on RFIs, shop drawings, and constructability reviews of project changes. It also oversees office staff responsible for project records, correspondence, and reporting; manages the contractor payment process and recommends adjustments; and ensures site safety, permit compliance, and coordination with agencies and stakeholders. Other oversight duties may be assigned. Daily on-site presence is required. Occasional evening or weekend work may be needed during critical project phases or to meet project deadlines. Background checks are required, as is a post-offer pre-employment process.

Requirements

At least 5 years of general construction experience, including 4 years of field inspection experience and 2 years in a supervisory position.
One of the following: NICET HCI Level 4, PE, CCM, or EIT.
Knowledge of construction means and methods and construction materials.
Strong communication skills and documentation-control ability.
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and perform quantity takeoffs and calculations.
Proficiency with computers, including MS Word, Excel, and construction reporting or quantity-tracking software.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Willingness to learn, perform a variety of tasks, and work as part of a team.
OSHA 10 certification is a condition of employment.
Employees assigned driving duties must have a current, valid U.S. state driver's license and a satisfactory driving record under Keville's driving policy.
Daily on-site presence is required; occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary during critical project phases or to meet deadlines.
Background checks are required, with a pre-employment process after an offer.

Nice To Haves

NACE Coatings Inspection certification.
ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor certification.
NETTCP HMA Inspector certification.
NETTCP Concrete Inspector certification.
NETTCP QA Tech certification.
Soils and Concrete certification.
ACI Technician certification.
AWS/CWI certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily construction operations and ensure contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, and contractual requirements.
Manage inspection staff and review and deliver daily inspection reports.
Monitor contractor performance, schedule adherence, and overall responsiveness.
Work with contractors to maintain project goals related to cost, schedule, and quality.
Liaise with design staff to address RFIs, review shop drawings, and assess project changes for constructability.
Oversee office staff responsible for record-keeping, correspondence, and reporting.
Manage the contractor payment process and recommend adjustments as necessary.
Ensure overall site safety and permit compliance.
Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders.
Perform other oversight duties as assigned.