Construction Inspector-Water Infrastructure

Stantec•Minneapolis, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a talented Construction Inspector who wants to be part of a purpose-driven organization that’s focused on helping our clients, colleagues and communities thrive. Our people are Stantec’s most valuable resource, and in joining our team you will be able to leverage your career experiences and expertise within a culture that values inclusion, celebrates shared success, and applauds ambition. Stantec is at the forefront of the water industry, delivering thousands of projects for hundreds of communities globally. Our purpose is to conceive and develop the most impactful water projects that improve the health, quality of life and sustainability of the communities we live in and serve. From droughts to floods to sanitation systems, Stantec’s Water team designs fit for purpose solutions to all facets of the water infrastructure life cycle. We provide services related to water resources, reservoirs and dams, water supply, wastewater networks and treatment, flood mitigation and river basin management. Does working with clients on great projects, with a talented team of professional’s appeal to you? Apply now and you can join some of the best technical people in the world and work on projects you can be proud of!

Requirements

Minimum of six (6) years of construction project inspection experience required.
Understand and interpret contract documents for a designated work package for a specific construction activity.
Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients, design teams, equipment/product suppliers, and reviewing agencies.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of Associate’s Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide single-point field inspection of the construction contractor’s work representing the Construction Manager in the field on water infrastructure projects.
Act as point of contact to Owner in the field, and represent Stantec in positive light to clients.
On a daily basis, monitor, inspect and document the construction contractor’s work and prepare a comprehensive written Daily Report that includes such observation and description of all work activities, measurement of installed material quantities, an accounting of labor and equipment resources utilized, a statement of general compliance or non-compliance with the work, and supporting video and photographs of the work in progress.
Inspect and verify contractor compliance as detailed in the applicable procedural manual(s) and the Construction and Materials Specifications.
Communicate directly, both verbally and written, with construction contractors regarding conformance or non-conformance to standards, plans, specifications and codes.
Review, analyze and document any construction issues potentially resulting in a scope, time or cost impact to the work of the Contractor which may result in a change to the contract.
Review and maintain master as-built and record drawing information maintained by the construction contractor.
Attend, as necessary, regular Progress Meetings with Contractor, including review of progress to planned schedule.
Assist with developing project specific quality control and quality assurance documents and standards for projects that are under development.
Plan and coordinate field testing and inspections in accordance with the Contract Documents.
Document compliance and non-compliance with established quality control and quality assurance procedures.
Review test reports for inclusion in turnover documentation to Owner.
Prepare written reports documenting QA/QC inspections, non-compliance notices, and corrective actions.
Review the monthly progress pay estimate submitting by the construction contractor to verify requests for payment of materials, percent complete and earned value.
Prepare and monitor a project punch list for deficient or uncompleted work by the construction contractor.
Perform payroll/wage interviews of construction contractors when required by project funding requirements.
Follow Stantec policies and procedures applicable to work being performed.