Construction Inspector

Stantec • Lexington, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Stantec's Construction Support Services (CSS) Program is growing, with project needs in the Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and Georgia areas for multiple top tier clients. Stantec’s on-site services will be performed by a Project Team responsible for monitoring construction activities to verify that construction is performed per the design and in accordance with the contract documents. A multi-discipline team of engineers and other professionals will provide office support to the Project Team, as required. Stantec is seeking full-time Construction Field Inspector with our Water Business Line. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic professional who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.

Requirements

• Working understanding of policies and procedures for Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) protection, including client-specific training (as required).
• Experience with field construction activities and construction quality management is required.
• Ability to use detailed plans for construction, technical specifications, quality management plans, and other project documents.
• Construction observation and inspection experience.
• Familiarity with materials testing requirements and construction tolerances.
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record are required.
• A pre-employment drug screen is required, along with client-specific pre-access and random drug screens.
• A pre-employment background check is required, along with client-specific pre-access background checks.
• Proficient with desktop office software applications (word processor, spreadsheets, email, PDF viewers, etc.).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel extensively within the region with overnight stays and work weekends as required.
• Safety first attitude.
• Self-motivated – ability to work and accomplish tasks with minimal direction.
• Willingness to learn on the job.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work with a team on large complex projects.
• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to work alone in the field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with construction materials laboratory testing is a plus.
• ACI Level 1 Field Concrete Technician certification (or ability to obtain within 3 to 6 months).
• Nuclear density gauge experience.
• NICET Level III Soils or NICET Level IV Soils certification (or ability to obtain within 3 to 6 months).
• Geosynthetics Institute’s Inspector Certification Program (GCI-ICP) certification (or ability to obtain within 3 to 6 months).
• Previous construction experience with relevant experience in the following general areas: Heavy earthwork and associated conformance testing, Cast-in-place and pre-cast concrete structures, Geosynthetic liner systems, Fusion welded HDPE pipe, Pump stations and force mains, Asphalt and concrete pavement, Below grade utility piping (water, storm sewer, sanitary, leachate, etc.).
• Working knowledge of codes and design requirements is a plus.
• Secondary education in a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Stantec’s on-site site safety representative, with ability to maintain a safe working environment for themselves and others by participating in daily safety briefings, observations, and walkdowns prior to executing the work or when conditions change.
• Serve as the liaison between the engineer and the contractor.
• Interact routinely, effectively, and professionally with Client and contractor representatives and the Stantec office team.
• Oversee and/or perform required testing (will vary by project type) and maintain required documentation in accordance with the project documents.
• Operate computerized and digital testing and monitoring equipment.
• Track construction progress, observed issues and resolutions, field discussions, etc.
• Review and respond to daily construction issues, working with the design team, Client, and contractor(s) as appropriate to determine a resolution.
• Monitor adherence to contract and design documents.
• Communicate and report discrepancies and deviations from requirements to the design team and Client.
• Conduct construction quality oversight of installed materials and equipment.
• Maintain detailed documentation (daily reports, test results, RFIs, submittmits, non-conformance reports, etc.) for inclusion in progress reports and record drawings.
• Attend daily/weekly/monthly project field meetings.

Benefits

• Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

What This Job Offers

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