Construction Inspector (Civil - highways and bridges)

Project Solutions Inc. • Seattle, WA

22h • $75,000 - $121,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Project Solutions Inc. is seeking highly motivated Construction Inspectors to perform project engineering field inspection work and project engineering technical support duties to a variety of civil construction projects with a primary focus on the Western Federal Lands Highway Division (WFLHD) of the Federal Highways Administration (FHWA). The ideal candidate will bring technical skills relating to direct knowledge and basic understanding of highway construction practices, methods, materials, and equipment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to other impactful projects, including assisting with other federal agencies such as the Departments of the Interior and Agriculture.

Requirements

• Construction Inspector III (CI-III): Salary Range: $104,000 to $121,000 DOE
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Construction Engineering; OR Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; OR Bachelor of Science in Construction Management; AND
• 3 years of on-site project administration; OR
• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in highway/bridge construction projects INCLUDING at least three (3) years as a Project or Resident Engineer on state or federal highway/bridge construction or equivalent highway projects; OR
• Current NICET Certificate – Level III (Construction) AND an Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology AND seven (7) years of increasingly responsible construction inspection experience, of which at least five (5) years must have been on highway or bridge construction projects as assistant to the project supervisor or as a principal inspector; OR
• Ten (10) years increasingly responsible experience as an inspector, project engineer or equivalent on city, county, state or Federal highway construction, AND the specific experience as identified in the Task Order for construction inspection services.
• Construction Inspector II (CI-II): Salary Range: $90,000 to $107,000 DOE
• Current NICET Certificate – Level III (Construction) AND at least 5 years of increasingly responsible construction inspection experience of which at least 3 years must have been on highway or bridge construction as assistant to the project supervisor or as a principal inspector; OR
• An Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology AND at least 5 years of increasingly responsible construction inspection experience, of which at least 3 years must have been on highway or bridge construction projects as assistant to the project supervisor or as a principal inspector; OR
• Seven (7) years increasingly responsible experience as an inspector, project engineer or equivalent on city, county, state or Federal highway construction, AND the specific experience as identified in the Task Order for construction inspection services.
• Construction Inspector I (CI-I): Salary Range: $75,000 to $95,000 DOE
• Current NICET Certificate – Level III (Construction) AND at least 3 years of increasingly responsible construction inspection experience of which at least 2 years must have been on highway or bridge construction as assistant to the project supervisor or as a principal inspector; OR
• An Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology AND at least 3 years of increasingly responsible construction inspection experience, of which at least 2 years mu have been on highway or bridge construction projects as assistant to the project supervisor or as a principal inspector; OR
• Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience as an inspector, project engineer or equivalent on city, county, state or Federal highway construction, AND the specific experience as identified in the Task Order for construction inspection services.
• Ability to withstand and be exposed to varying weather and terrain conditions
• Available for varied duty shifts and for off-duty emergencies, particularly throughout periods when the Construction Contractor is working multiple shifts
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing
• Experience interacting and communicating with partner agencies, the public, landowners, construction contractors, and other stakeholders
• Proficient in standard computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, database input, electronic and internet-based file management software
• Familiarity working with construction specifications
• Direct knowledge and basic understanding of the (MUTCD), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, ADA Standards for Accessible Design and AASHTO Standard Specifications for Transportation Materials and Methods of Sampling and Testing
• Highway construction practices, methods, techniques, costs, materials, and equipment
• Sampling and testing procedures and methods of acceptance, including statistical analysis, of highway/bridge construction soils, materials, and products
• Knowledge of the required documentation for compliance with sampling and testing
• Measurement/documentation of work completed daily and maintaining accurate and complete project records within prescribed guidelines
• Paving project inspection for 12,000 tons of asphalt pavement placement
• Survey experience performing basic measurement using a hand level, rod, and tape; basic construction and slope staking; operating an automatic level

Nice To Haves

• Asphalt pavement construction including hot plant inspection
• Bridge construction including Portland cement batch plant inspection
• Construction staking
• Construction traffic control
• Drainage structures (ditches, culverts, inlets)
• Erosion control, landscaping, mulching and seeding
• Highway earthwork and grading
• Highway materials testing
• Miscellaneous highway construction features
• Pavement striping
• Post tensioned concrete construction
• Recycled asphalt construction (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 (chip seals, slurry seals, etc.)
• Underground utilities
• Sanitary sewer systems

Responsibilities

• Provides inspection services in accordance with federal agency handbooks and standards
• Inspect work performed by the Construction Contractor to verify conformity contract requirements, notifies appropriate authority when work is not in compliance with contract requirements, and recommends correction or replacement of non-complying work
• Identifies plan errors and recommends necessary changes
• Recommends suspension of work that is not being performed in compliance with the contract
• Notifies authority of safety deficiencies
• Plans and coordinates inspections
• Verifies that workmanship, materials, and equipment installed meets or exceeds contract plans and specifications
• Monitors work methods for compliance with general and environmental permits
• Monitors conformity with approved traffic control plans
• Monitors CQC operations

Benefits

• Three options for medical plans plus dental and vision insurance offerings
• 24/7 healthcare access to telehealth services for your convenience
• HSA
• Company life insurance options for you and your family
• Short-term and long-term disability offerings
• PLUS an $800 monthly allowance is provided to offset your PSI insurance premium costs
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match
• Generous PTO, paid-federal holidays, and sick leave
• Always the opportunity for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree