Construction Inspector-Huntsville

Accura Engineering•Knoxville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Inspector monitors construction activities and, as needed, operations, maintenance, and repair activities at the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) campus in Huntsville, Alabama. The role ensures work conforms to MSFC standards, construction and performance specifications, code requirements, and contract drawings. This is a full-time, on-site position. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. The inspector reviews construction submittals, monitors them using specialized construction software such as Procore, evaluates progress payment requests, and prepares daily inspection reports covering work progress and schedule status. The position also maintains inspection reports and project files, tracks RFIs and contract documents, participates in pre-final and final inspections, and helps ensure punch-list items are corrected before final payment is recommended. Additional work includes reviewing design and as-built drawings and O&M manuals for accuracy and completeness, and performing other duties as assigned. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and pass a federal background review and drug screen. Compensation is based on experience and will be discussed with the manager during the interview.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must pass a federal background review and drug screen.
High school diploma or equivalent at minimum.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Knowledge of business office procedures.
Ability to read, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to read and understand construction contract drawings, specifications, and O&M manuals.
Ability to inspect and confirm construction work conforms to design drawings, specifications, and NASA MSFC standards.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, coworkers, and other involved parties.
Well organized and detail oriented.
Physically capable of meeting requirements in and around construction sites and field assignments.
Ability to safely lift and carry 40 pounds and carry equipment associated with construction and inspection.
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

College degree in Construction Management.
Three or more years of applicable inspection experience on U.S. Government construction projects.
Experience as a master or journeyman HVAC technician.
Experience as a master or journeyman electrician.

Responsibilities

Inspect and monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with contract drawings, specifications, and NASA MSFC standards.
Inspect operations, maintenance, and repair activities when required.
Review construction submittals for accuracy and monitor them using specialized construction software such as Procore.
Review and evaluate construction contractors’ requests for progress payments.
Prepare daily inspection reports summarizing observed work progress and adequacy, including verification of project schedule and identification of activities that are on or behind schedule.
Generate and maintain current Inspectors Site Inspection Reports.
Maintain organized files for correspondence, meeting and conference minutes, payments, progress schedules, monthly progress reports, punch lists, field changes, and similar documents.
Monitor RFIs and contract documents, including amendments, notices to proceed, change orders, modifications, and other locally generated documents.
Participate in pre-final and final construction inspections, help prepare detailed punch lists, and verify punch-list corrections before recommending final payment.
Review design drawings and specifications for accuracy and constructability, identify errors, make recommendations, and provide review comments.
Review as-built drawings for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and return them for correction.
Assist with reviewing O&M manuals received during construction and provide comments on inaccurate or incomplete information.
Perform other duties as assigned.