Field Inspector - Civil

R.M. Chin & Associates • Chicago, IL

1d • $85,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Take your career to the next level with us! R.M. Chin & Associates, Inc. (R.M. Chin) is seeking an experienced Field Inspector – Civil to join our team. The Field Inspector is responsible for daily coordination and management of field operations, communication between airport Operations and the Contractor, quantity measurements, quality assurance and quality control oversight, project documentation and safety. The Field Inspector is the main on-site Owner’s Representative and holds knowledge of all daily activities including immediate technical, quality or safety deficiencies. As such, immediate communication of all project status and job-site activity to the Resident Engineer, Quality and Safety Managers is imperative.

Requirements

• Experience working on civil type construction as field inspector, or recent graduate with either an engineering or construction management degree.
• Proficiency in basic computer programs.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and balance multiple tasks.
• Pro-active and takes initiative.

Nice To Haves

• Construction field experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for field supervision of the project.
• Onsite and daily coordination and management of contractor’s work activities.
• Coordinates daily construction activity with the Chicago Department of Aviation’s representatives including Operations, Security for all contractor’s movements on the airfield or in the affected facility.
• Enforce Contractor responsibility to prevent utility strikes.
• Maintain a complete Utility Checklist prepared by the Contractor with all required signatures, assure all existing utilities are properly marked with underground utility markings.
• Responsible for ensuring contractor’s work performance is in accordance with the contract documents.
• Verify at the beginning of each new Project that the contractor has obtained the required permits for the project to help avoid noncompliance issues (i.e. FAA-7460, hot work).
• Inspection and proper documentation of new materials brought to the jobsite and staging areas for conformance with contract documents, field Orders and approved submittals. A Request for Inspection of Material (RFIM) form must be completed and all Material Delivery Tickets collected.
• Measurement and verification of the contractor’s quantities in accordance with contract documents shall be reflected in the Inspection Daily Reports (IDR). The IDR shall be completed daily and include each pay item with the contractor’s daily activities.
• Documentation of quality issues that my result in Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) or Quality Deficiency Reports (QDRs).
• Creation of daily construction reports via Primavera Contract Management 13 (CM13) that track progress and daily activities. Provide copies of the report to the Resident Engineer at the end of each shift.
• Monitor jobsite safety and quality assurance documentation in compliance with FAA 139, Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) Airport Safety Manual and OSHA requirements. Alert the Safety Manager and QAQC Manager of all deficiencies.
• Chronologically complete daily Field Book entries in accordance with the Program. Record day’s activities, manpower and equipment throughout the shift of the Field Book.
• Actively takes progress photos and photos of any problem/deficiencies for documentation.
• Tracks construction activities to complete CDA Work Reports for field orders or any work to be paid for as Time and Material (T&M).
• Actively participate in all progress meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary between $85 – 140K, depending on project assignment, experience, skills, and location.
• Annual bonuses are based on individual and company performance.
• 401K yearly profit-sharing contribution.
• PTO.
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 floating holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Relevant certifications and courses reimbursed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level