Construction Inspector I

Michael Baker International•San Antonio, TX

2d•$22 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies emerge within the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects. Michael Baker is actively seeking a Construction Inspector I to join our San Antonio, TX team. The Inspector will perform assignments regarding highway and bridge construction inspection.

Requirements

1-5 years of experience in highway and bridge construction inspection
Experience includes earthwork, asphalt paving, concrete paving, storm drain systems, retaining walls, bridge elements, traffic control, SW3P, and other items related to highway/bridge construction
High School diploma
Organized, determined, and resourceful; demonstrate a sense of urgency while accurately and safety performing the work and be able to build relationships with a wide variety of people.
Ability to work with minimal to no supervision.
Must have excellent customer service skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Valid Texas driver’s license and pass an annual motor vehicle record check.
Proficient with Microsoft office programs including Word and Excel.
Enter data rapidly and accurately and operate tools and equipment.
Must be able to interpret construction plans, details, standards and specifications.
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise
Subject to vibration
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Nice To Haves

TXDOT experience is preferred but not required.
TXDOT highway/bridge construction experience and inspection certifications preferred.
Nuclear gauge certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Follow standard procedures in documenting construction projects and inspecting job activities to verify they are in compliance with project plans and specifications.
Responsible for completing a daily report documenting labor and equipment used by contractor to include a description of work performed and any pertinent conversations with contractor.
Measurement and calculation of pay item quantities.
Assist with office work such as plotting cross-sections and computing earthwork quantities.
Maintain project records
Conduct work in a safe manner