Construction Inspector

HKA Enterprises Industrial Solutions • Hampton, VA

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About The Position

This is an entry/apprentice level position to perform quality control of VDOT Roadway and Bridges construction for field soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate testing of contractors work to ensure contract compliance for routine activities of non-complexity, under the direction of a Construction Quality Control Inspector or Manager. Performs materials testing such as nuclear gauge soil and aggregate density Reviews placement of and performs materials tests on concrete deliveries in accordance VDOT and ACI standards. Make cylinders for delivery to the labs Verifies construction of Roadway and Hwy materials and placement to be in compliance with drawings, VDOT specifications and standards, special provisions and contract documents. With appropriate training and oversight, will monitor and observe limited contractual fieldwork, which includes excavations, storm drain pipping installation, drainage facilities, concrete placement, soil and aggregate placement, road surfaces, pile driving while under supervision of a more experienced inspector. Advises inspector supervisors and contractor supervisors/foreman of non-conforming field tests Takes field measurements of materials placed/tested and record daily production and test results. Complete daily report with attached VDOT materials testing forms. Receives materials delivery tickets for compliance and submission to contractor Takes assignments and direction from Quality Control Lead Management and Senior Inspectors Work will be nearby on and around active highways, roadways, water/land bridge, marine barges and watercraft, underground tunnel boring machines, construction. Nighttime shifts can be expected on a rotational basis. Performance Expectations Accurately records and reports daily forms per project requirements Communicates effectively with client, contractor, staff, and supervisor Proactively resolves problems at the lowest level Adheres to project scope, schedule, and budget Reviews all work for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting Submits accurate time sheets, mileage and expense reports on time each week Reviews jobsite safety daily and takes immediate action to document and resolve issues Understands OSHA Safety Standards and client corporate policies and follows them at all times Maintains all required certifications and participates in training courses as required Understands all applicable industry standards for project and performs all tasks per standards and client requirements Qualifications High School diploma. Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or applicable field preferred. ACI or a VDOT Soils and Agg Certification Minimum of 0 - 2 years of experience required. Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position. Qualifications High School diploma 0 - 2 years of experience required

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Minimum of 0 - 2 years of experience required
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment
• Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or applicable field preferred
• ACI or a VDOT Soils and Agg Certification

Responsibilities

• Performs materials testing such as nuclear gauge soil and aggregate density
• Reviews placement of and performs materials tests on concrete deliveries in accordance VDOT and ACI standards
• Verifies construction of Roadway and Hwy materials and placement to be in compliance with drawings, VDOT specifications and standards, special provisions and contract documents
• Monitors and observes limited contractual fieldwork, which includes excavations, storm drain pipping installation, drainage facilities, concrete placement, soil and aggregate placement, road surfaces, pile driving while under supervision of a more experienced inspector
• Advises inspector supervisors and contractor supervisors/foreman of non-conforming field tests
• Takes field measurements of materials placed/tested and record daily production and test results
• Completes daily report with attached VDOT materials testing forms
• Receives materials delivery tickets for compliance and submission to contractor
• Takes assignments and direction from Quality Control Lead Management and Senior Inspectors
• Accurately records and reports daily forms per project requirements
• Communicates effectively with client, contractor, staff, and supervisor
• Proactively resolves problems at the lowest level
• Adheres to project scope, schedule, and budget
• Reviews all work for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting
• Submits accurate time sheets, mileage and expense reports on time each week
• Reviews jobsite safety daily and takes immediate action to document and resolve issues
• Understands OSHA Safety Standards and client corporate policies and follows them at all times
• Maintains all required certifications and participates in training courses as required
• Understands all applicable industry standards for project and performs all tasks per standards and client requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED