Construction Inspector II 04283 LBYD Federal

North Wind Group•Albuquerque, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Inspector II provides quality assurance on construction projects by inspecting contractor work, conducting daily inspections and material testing, and performing other field work. The inspector verifies and documents that construction is in reasonably close conformity with plans and specifications and complies with the construction contract. The role also reviews contractor daily submittals and documents project activities. The position supports highway-related construction work and may involve assignments at rural project locations throughout the continental United States for several weeks or months at a time, potentially requiring up to 100% travel. Work is conducted mostly outdoors at construction sites in National Parks, with exposure to extreme weather, varied terrain, moving equipment, machinery, and vehicles. The role requires work on active construction sites and in field offices, and availability for varied duty shifts and off-duty emergencies when the contractor is working multiple shifts. The position is regular full-time. Candidates must pass pre-employment background and drug screening, hold a valid driver license and be able to drive a 4x4 vehicle, pass a U.S. Government employment background check, and obtain a U.S. Government PIV credential card. Proof of citizenship is required as a condition of employment; candidates may also be required to obtain and hold a Secret or higher government clearance.

Requirements

Current NICET Certification, Level III (Construction), and at least 5 years of progressively responsible construction inspection experience, including at least 3 years on highway or bridge construction as an assistant to the project supervisor or as a principal inspector; OR an associate degree in Engineering Technology and the same experience; OR 7 years of progressively responsible experience as an inspector, project engineer, or equivalent on city, county, state, or Federal highway construction.
Ability to support projects in rural locations throughout the continental United States for several weeks or months at a time; the position may require up to 100% travel.
Ability to interact daily with construction contractor personnel.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering construction plans, project specifications, traffic control plans, and related documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, database input, electronic and internet-based file-management software, and PDF-related software.
Ability to work on active construction sites and in a field-office environment.
Ability to stand for long periods, lift and carry up to 60 pounds, and work in varying weather and terrain conditions.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and effective listening skills.
Experience communicating with partner agencies, the public, landowners, construction contractors, and other stakeholders.
Must pass pre-employment background check and drug testing.
Valid driver license and ability to drive a 4x4 vehicle.
Ability to pass a U.S. Government employment background check and acquire a U.S. Government PIV credential card.
Availability for varied duty shifts and off-duty emergencies, particularly while the construction contractor is working multiple shifts.
Proof of citizenship is required as a condition of employment; candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or higher U.S. Government clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience on Federal and/or State Department of Transportation road or highway construction projects.
Experience with the U.S. Department of Transportation or Department of Federal Lands.
At least 1 year of experience as an inspector on paving projects involving placement of at least 12,000 tons of asphalt pavement.
At least 1 year of experience in one or more of the listed areas: asphalt hot plant inspection; bridge construction; Portland cement batch plant inspection; construction staking; construction traffic control; drainage structures; erosion control; highway earthwork and grading; highway materials testing; miscellaneous highway construction features; pavement striping; post-tensioned concrete construction; recycled asphalt construction, including milling and grinding; structural concrete and steel construction; subgrade and base course construction; tunnel grouting and rock bolting; wetlands mitigation and replacement; retaining walls; pavement preservation such as chip seals or slurry seals; underground utilities; or sanitary sewer systems.
Experience with construction surveying activities and practices.
Experience inspecting bridges and related construction activities.

Responsibilities

Perform field inspections and provide project engineering technical support for highway-related construction activities, documenting contractor activities under the construction contract.
Inspect and document traffic control, environmental controls, layout, construction methods and materials, and other construction issues.
Determine whether contractor work, workmanship, materials, and equipment meet or exceed contract drawings and specifications.
Review contractor daily reports and recommend acceptance or rejection; inspect contractor quality-control procedures and material testing.
Verify procedures comply with the approved Quality Control Plan and established procedures.
Review material testing procedures and results for contract conformance and update the project Material Register.
Measure quantities of materials placed.
Maintain inspection logs, records of defects, project files, and other required documentation.
Monitor labor and safety provisions required by the construction contract.
Make qualitative and quantitative judgments required by the contract at the work site.
Assist with finalizing quantities for monthly progress estimates and support preparation of progress estimates.
Perform sampling or in-place testing of soil, aggregate base, concrete, and asphalt concrete pavement as required.
Maintain the daily project diary, complete Inspector’s Daily Reports, and complete other required forms.
Support development of independent estimates, preparation of on-site correspondence, and drafting of contract modification documents.
Review environmental controls and provide other construction-related technical support as directed.