Construction Inspector

Delve Underground•Chicago, IL
•$42 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

Delve Underground is seeking a Construction Inspector for its Construction Management Practice in the Chicago office. The Inspector will work at a project field office in the Chicago area, primarily on water and wastewater construction projects. Candidates should have experience with heavy civil construction for water and wastewater infrastructure; tunnel and trenchless construction experience is relevant. This is an on-site position and may include shift work.

Requirements

  • At least three years of recent experience in heavy construction, inspecting tunnels or pipelines for large and complex engineering/construction projects.
  • Experience on at least one tunnel project, including trenchless tunneling experience.
  • Knowledge of construction-related processes and industry practices.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as a respirator and meet physical demands, including walking, standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, climbing ladders, bending, squatting, and crawling in tight spaces to safely access work sites.
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Preferred knowledge of Visio, AutoCAD, or Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

  • Observe and report on construction contractor work and prepare daily inspection reports documenting labor, equipment, materials, and work activities; review contractor reports.
  • Review and provide input on field-related submittals, Requests for Information, plan clarifications, geotechnical information and data, and CPM schedules.
  • Monitor the contractor’s receipt of materials arriving on site, off-site production activities, and other construction activities in the Inspector’s area.
  • Monitor construction progress for compliance with Contract Documents, safety standards, and agency requirements.
  • Assist in maintaining, supporting, and promoting a safe work environment while complying with applicable safety policies and procedures.
  • Use the Agency/client Project Information Management System (PIMS) and/or other Agency/Client electronic systems to prepare inspection reports.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
  • FSA or HSA
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k)
  • ESOP
  • Company stock ownership program
  • Nine paid holidays
  • Generous paid-time-off program
  • Health and wellness reimbursement
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