Civil Construction Inspector (Highways & Roads)

HDR • Sacramento, CA

100d

About The Position

In the role of Civil Construction Inspector (Highways & Roads), we'll count on you to perform the following functions & responsibilities: Capable of assisting the Resident Engineer in all aspects of required field and office engineering work including, but not limited to the following: inspection of non-structural construction operations; inspection of traffic control system compliance; contract change order (CCO) preparation, review, and analysis; and Water Pollution Control Program (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) enforcement. Capable of reviewing, inspecting, and approving traffic control systems, including lane closures, in accordance with Caltrans standards and requirements. Personnel reviewing, inspecting, and approving traffic control system work shall have one (1) year demonstrated experience in such work. Knowledge and experience with equipment used in roadway construction inspection, surveying, field testing of construction materials, and construction office engineering. Knowledge of computers, computer applications, and computer software programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and others); Critical Path Method (CPM) software such as Primavera Project Planner (P3, P6) and SureTrak, or any updated version, as a minimum; Scheduler Analyzer Pro; and Microsoft Project. Knowledge and experience with principles of effective communication and supervision. Knowledge and experience with monitoring labor compliance. Knowledge of subcontracting laws and policies. Knowledge and experience with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) and Small Business requirements including determining Commercially Useful Function (CUF) of a contractor or material supplier. Knowledge and experience with the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program and the General Permit. Knowledge of Caltrans Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, and Construction Manual. Proper background clearance, as necessary, when performing work on or near the rail system. Experience assisting Resident Engineers in preparation of the Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA) position papers and meetings. Experience in assisting Resident Engineers to respond to preliminary claim findings and preparation for Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA). Experience in preparation of Claims files, documents and reports. Knowledge and experience in keeping complete, accurate, and concise records of the work and quantities. Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years experience.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Proven problem-solving and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Successful passing of drug-screening procedures prior to being hired; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing.
• Commitment to being an active participant of the employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum 2 years experience in highway/roadway construction inspection.
• Experience on Caltrans projects.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer in all aspects of required field and office engineering work.
• Inspect non-structural construction operations.
• Inspect traffic control system compliance.
• Prepare, review, and analyze contract change orders (CCO).
• Enforce Water Pollution Control Program (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan).
• Review, inspect, and approve traffic control systems, including lane closures, in accordance with Caltrans standards.
• Monitor labor compliance and subcontracting laws and policies.
• Determine Commercially Useful Function (CUF) of contractors or material suppliers.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and concise records of work and quantities.
• Assist in preparation of Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA) position papers and meetings.
• Respond to preliminary claim findings and prepare for Dispute Review Board (DRB) and Dispute Resolution Advisor (DRA).
• Prepare claims files, documents, and reports.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees