Construction Inspector, Civil Engineering

Hanson Professional Services•Springfield, IL

9d•$31 - $42

About The Position

Hanson Values Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment. If you are looking for a unique opportunity to work on a marquee construction project in Central Illinois, then the Springfield Rail Relocation project is the job for you. Hanson Professional Services Inc. is a dynamic, employee-owned consulting firm of more than 400 employees providing a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, scientific, and allied services throughout the USA. As the engineering design firm for the Springfield Rail Relocation project, Hanson also provides construction observation services during construction. Construction of the Springfield Rail Improvements Project started in 2014 and involves 6 new underpasses, 4 existing underpasses, and at-grade rail crossings. Project completion is expected in 2027. As one of the Construction Observers on this project, you’ll be part of a growing Hanson environment while working as part of a collaborative, experienced and diverse team. This position will be responsible for construction observation and contract administration for roadways, bridges, retaining walls, railways, storm and sanitary sewers, storm detention facilities, and ancillary facilities. This assignment will be for up to two years with the subsequent opportunity for additional assignments on future Hanson projects . If you have construction observation experience and are up for the challenge, we've been looking for someone just like you. Join our team and help us lay the foundation for progress and innovation in Illinois’ capital city.

Requirements

Must be able to work independently and as a team member to problem solve and learn new technical skills
Must have the ability to multi-task and oversee multiple, concurrent work activities
Must be self-motivated
Must possess good interpersonal communication skills
High School Diploma/equivalent
At least 4 years of construction observation (civil engineering) and contract administration experience.
Current IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities certification and Construction Materials Management System (CMMS) training, or the ability to complete within 3 months.
Must have a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

An associate degree from an accredited two-year civil engineering technology program or two years of college in pre-engineering or civil technology is preferred, as would a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year civil engineering program plus.
Experience working on Illinois Department of Transportation roadway and railway construction projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

Representing owner in monitoring construction activities
Responsible for documentation of contract quantities of construction materials per IDOT procedures
Coordination of survey work and materials testing
Assisting with progress meetings
Assist with the effective resolution of contract problems, timely completion of contract documentation and ability to adjust or changes within established policies
Ability to interpret plans and specifications