Senior Bridge Construction Inspector (Full-time)

MBP•Manassas, VA

33d•Onsite

About The Position

MBP is looking for a Senior Bridge Construction Inspector to join our team. We seek candidates with significant experience in bridge and roadway construction inspection, advanced knowledge of engineering technology, and a history of progressive career development.

Requirements

Significant years of experience in roadway and bridge transportation projects.
Advanced knowledge and expertise in inspection of bridge construction activities, including pile driving, center of gravity calculations, structural steel installation, calculation of bolsters, inspection of reinforcing steel, dry run inspections for bridge deck concrete placement, and inspection of placement of deck concrete.
Demonstrated advanced knowledge of engineering technology and project management.
Demonstrated inspection and management experience with roadway and/or bridge construction.
Experience in coordinating inspection duties with multiple simultaneously operating crews.
Experience tracking daily quantities, completing daily inspection reports, performing monthly estimates, and as-built drawings.
Evidence of progressive career development.
High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), some technical school.
Developed advanced knowledge of engineering technology, project management, or construction materials.
Working knowledge of basic mathematics, including computations based on field measurements.
Considerable construction-related training (i.e., coursework in road/bridge, construction, civil engineering, project management, or materials testing), or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job.
Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools utilized in the type of construction, repair, or renovation work that the Construction Inspector II is monitoring and inspecting.
Knowledge of a full range of construction inspection tasks, ranging from routine to significant complexity.
Must possess OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.
Certifications from at least one or more of the following: VDOT as appropriate, WACEL, ICC, NICET, CMAA, ACI, DEQ, or NACE.
Significant specialized expertise with quality assurance and quality control techniques.
Ability to work independently and handle all aspects of a project, including client interface, technical issues, documentation, and reporting.
Demonstrated ability to provide technical supervision and leadership to other inspectors.
Exercises tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations.
Skilled in progressive client development.
Ability to identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences.
Must have computer skills and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, Email, Internet navigation, web-based tools, and other specialized equipment.
Demonstrated ability to lead, direct, and train others.
Ability to read and interpret plans/contract specifications for the type of work that the Senior Bridge Construction Inspector will be monitoring and inspecting.
Skilled at applying mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments.
Communicate inspection issues effectively and responsibly (verbally and in writing) with internal and external customers (i.e., contractors, owners, subconsultants, designers, architects, and fellow team members).
Obtain and maintain required certifications.
Stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
Safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain.
Maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Travel and drive regularly.
Solid understanding of MBP's services and applicability to superior construction inspection services, including documentation preparation and control, problem resolution, scheduling, and claims avoidance.
Fingerprint-based criminal history background check, DMV driving record check, reference verification, and work history will be required prior to employment.
Valid driver's license and safety shoes required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

NICET Level III or IV, agency certifications, or advanced qualifications in areas such as surveying, NACE, or MARTCP.
Additional certifications preferred: CMIT (Construction Manager in Training).

Responsibilities

Represents the client on-site, providing quality assurance, documentation, cost control, and time management-related services.
Performs field checks of all "red-line" as-built plans to assure completeness of the plans.
Performs on-site compliance inspection, quality assurance, and progress monitoring, and payment application review for conformance to specifications and codes.
Coordinates, monitors, and manages inspection activities on project(s).
Verifies that construction is completed in accordance with contract plans and specifications, approved shop drawings, approved material lists, and permit requirements.
Communicates effectively with agency, contractors, and MBP personnel.
Performs final inspection, prepares punchlist, and verifies all items on the punchlist are completed or corrected by the contractor.
Maintains and reviews comprehensive project records, including daily diaries, documentation of construction workforce, equipment, and materials records, inspection reports, project photos, as-built plans, pay quantity records, progress schedules, work orders, and monthly payment estimates.
Oversees and tracks submittals and requests for information. Maintains project correspondence.
Assists with schedule reviews for project progress and schedule accuracy.
Conducts and documents meetings such as pre-construction and Progress Meetings.
Prepares weekly and monthly reports for ongoing project progress.
Inspects all phases of work on a project and advises the contractor, superintendent, or other representatives of necessary action to verify conformance with plans, specifications, and the contract.
Responsible for rejection of non-compliant work and payment of completed work as delegated by the Project Owner.
Performs advanced duties of the Construction Inspector II.
Provides customer services and good etiquette to the traveling public, adjacent property owners, and other project stakeholders.
Performs various administrative duties, including but not limited to daily timesheet, monthly expense report, and monthly mileage report.
May be required to initiate claims avoidance processes and coordinate with client, contractors, other agencies, and MBP personnel.
May be required to independently adapt and implement changes to standard construction practices and procedures to meet field conditions.
May receive intermittent assignments to inspect critical phases of complex projects.
Support analytical assignments, which may include constructability review, cost estimating, CPM, and claims.
Obtains advanced training and certifications. Must also maintain certifications required to inspect the work for which the Construction Inspector II is responsible for monitoring.

Benefits

MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees), a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses, and generous paid time off.
We also provide unique perks like tuition assistance, student loan repayment, annual gym reimbursement, pet insurance, and paid volunteer time.
Additional benefits include mental health resources, company-wide wellness activities, and training and development to support your professional growth.
MBP also covers the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, such as OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour, NICET, State DOT, WACEL, ICC, CMAA, NACE, CCM, and CMIT.

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