Construction Observer

J-U-B Engineers, Inc. • Kennewick, WA

3d • $34 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Construction Observer
Location: Kennewick, WA

Position Overview: J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. is seeking to hire a Construction Observer to work in our successful Kennewick, WA office. Our purpose at J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. (J-U-B) is “Helping Each Other Create Better Communities.” We foster a supportive and team-oriented environment to solve problems that improve society – while providing employees growth opportunities and an expansive benefits package. We attract and retain the best people because we provide an enriching environment for our employees to build their careers in the communities where they live while using their talents in a team environment. J-U-B offers a clearly defined career path, and a sense of belonging. It is one of the largest professional engineering companies in the Intermountain West, with over 20 offices across seven states. There are ample opportunities to collaborate with other offices on projects, widening your experience and network.

The Construction Observer position is part of the construction engineering team, and the main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Requirements

• 5+ years Construction Observation experience is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with public works projects.
• Knowledge and experience with the administration of Federal-Aid projects.
• Proven ability to self-direct and lead others.
• Willingness to work out of town for short periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Observes all phases of contractor work, procedures, and progress to verify compliance with plans, specifications and standards; supervises and observes construction of municipal projects, roadways, bridges, and earthworks.
• Coordinates and monitors overall operations of a testing laboratory performing tests on a variety of materials; monitors quality control by reviewing testing reports of all construction phases for municipal projects, roadways, bridges, and buildings.
• Implements policies and procedures and observes compliance with OSHA, EEO, and labor compliance requirements.
• Computes, reviews and verifies pay quantities, computations, and materials.
• Reviews compliance with plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Prepares/reviews project diaries, testing data, reports and summaries; prepares drafts for project correspondence.
• Coordinates activities with utility companies, cities, counties, state agencies, property owners and contractors.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Bonuses for qualified employees
• Generous vacation and sick leave package
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match, profit sharing
• Company paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability plans
• The ability to work in a team-centered, collaborative, and supportive atmosphere
• J-U-B is an employee-owned firm and offers ownership opportunities after qualified years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees