Inspector - Resident Project Representative
About The Position
HWC Engineering is seeking a knowledgeable and meticulous Resident Project Representative (Construction Inspector) to monitor and evaluate civil engineering construction projects. The role ensures projects comply with design plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. The representative serves as the project owner’s on-site representative and communicates with contractors, design firms, project owners, and the public. Projects may include roadways, bridges, utilities, drainage systems, and other infrastructure. The position also includes construction documentation, contract financial administration, material testing, utility coordination, and public and project coordination. HWC describes a collaborative culture that values diversity and innovation. The posting also mentions competitive hourly pay, team outings, and flexibility when possible, though its intern-focused statements do not establish that this position is an internship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering, or a high school diploma with related work experience in transportation inspection.
- For the supervisor role, five years of relevant, progressive experience in the civil engineering or construction management industry; for the inspector role, two years of relevant experience in that industry.
- Successful completion of, or actively seeking completion of, the six INDOT Certified Technician exams.
- Ability to travel up to 100 miles per day.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong ability to work with a team.
Nice To Haves
- Site Manager Proficiency Certification.
- Up-to-date INDOT Independent Assurance written and field proficiencies.
- INDOT Level I Stormwater Certification.
- Previous experience working on INDOT LPA projects.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive inspections of civil engineering construction projects, including roadways, bridges, utilities, drainage systems, and other infrastructure components.
- Serve as the project owner’s on-site representative.
- Maintain a daily report of construction inspection activities.
- Complete contract financial administration, including creating, reviewing, and/or approving project pay estimates and change orders, and assist the project owner with budget control.
- Ensure construction follows plans and specifications.
- Examine finished installations for conformity to standards.
- Perform and/or observe asphalt, soils, concrete, and other material testing per INDOT standards.
- Assist with coordinating utility relocation efforts.
- Serve as liaison between the contractor and design firm.
- Serve as liaison between the project owner and the general public, including attending or leading public meetings, addressing public concerns, and/or assisting with travel detour routes and closure notices.
- Host routine progress coordination and scheduling meetings as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay is mentioned for summer work.
- Team outings are mentioned.
- Flexibility when possible, depending on role and situation.
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Job Type
Full-time
