Construction Inspector/Construction Manager

Arcadis•Columbus, OH

1d•$85,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Arcadis is hiring a Construction Inspector / Construction Manager with water and wastewater experience for its Water Division team in Columbus, Ohio. The initial assignment is to lead construction-phase services for a digester improvements project at the City of Coshocton Wastewater Treatment Plant in Coshocton, Ohio. The project includes replacing existing digester equipment, installing a dewatering building, rotary press and polymer system, making associated electrical and instrumentation modifications, and completing additional site improvements. The construction schedule is approximately two years from Notice to Proceed to Substantial Completion. The role will be onsite for the majority of the construction period while overseeing construction management tasks, and will serve as the communication and coordination focal point among the general contractor, owner, and engineer. The position uses technical knowledge of water and wastewater construction, construction inspection and field management, quality assurance and quality control, and report documentation. The successful candidate helps monitor contractor performance, site safety, and compliance with project requirements; inspects construction work; administers construction documentation and changes; and supports successful project delivery in accordance with Arcadis standards and specifications. Arcadis describes the role as an opportunity to contribute to sustainable solutions and offers a skills-based approach to career development. The company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. The stated salary range is $85,000–$115,000; actual salary varies based on factors including experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience as a Resident Engineer or Construction Manager, including 2 or more years of water/wastewater facilities experience, or similar experience.
Associate's degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field.
10- or 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety Training.
Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
Experience with scheduling software such as Primavera P6 Professional Project Management and/or Microsoft Project.
Experience managing construction budgets and schedules, cost estimating, and change order negotiation.
Experience with construction document management software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field.
Client experience and knowledge in the greater Columbus area.
Active participation in a regional or national professional association.
Construction-related credentials, such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM).
PE or FE credential with intent to earn a PE.
Inspection certifications such as AWS/CWI, ICC, ACI, and/or NACE.
Confined Space Entry Training.

Responsibilities

Lead construction-phase services for the assigned wastewater treatment plant digester improvements project and perform onsite work for the majority of the construction duration.
Monitor contractor performance, overall site safety, subcontractors, and suppliers, and regularly communicate issues and deviations from plans to clients.
Observe and inspect wastewater construction work performed by contractors and perform punch list inspections.
Review drawings, specifications, and other technical documents.
Prepare detailed daily activity and progress reports and participate in project schedule and contractor invoice reviews.
Maintain quality assurance requirements and monitor code compliance issues.
Identify deviations from general compliance with Contract Documents and clearly and professionally inform the contractor of required corrections.
Attend and participate in construction, safety, and project site coordination meetings.
Monitor and document contractor labor, materials, and equipment utilization for field changes and time-and-material work; assist with negotiation of basic field construction changes.
Apply knowledge of cost trends, change management, claims, and other construction matters to support project delivery while maintaining Arcadis standards and specifications.
Lead and conduct progress, project, safety, scheduling, and other contract administration meetings with the client, contractor, local agencies, and community.
Recommend improvements to reduce project costs or shorten schedules.
Review and process contractor submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders.
Liaise with design staff to obtain field information and answer design questions through contractor RFIs.
Coordinate and communicate between the general contractor, owner, and engineer.