Senior Construction Inspector- Federal Construction
About The Position
GoldenWolf is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Inspector to support the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) during construction of the new USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Forage Animal Production Research Unit (FAPRU) at the University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky. This approximately $82 million laboratory and research facility project is contingent on award and is expected to last two years plus. The inspector will serve as the Government's field representative, overseeing contractor performance, construction quality, safety compliance, and contract requirements throughout the project. The role is full-time and on-site in Lexington, with approximately 10% travel. It is suited to construction professionals with experience in construction inspection, quality assurance, federal construction, commissioning, or construction management.
Requirements
- Minimum 7 years of experience in construction inspection, quality assurance, contract administration, project management, or construction management.
- Strong knowledge of commercial, institutional, laboratory, or federal construction projects.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
- Experience preparing inspection reports and construction documentation.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in an active construction environment.
- Ability to work full-time on-site in Lexington, Kentucky.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting USACE, DoD, USDA, NAVFAC, VA, or other federal construction projects.
- Experience with quality assurance and contractor oversight.
- Understanding of EM 385-1-1 safety requirements.
- Familiarity with RMS/QCS software.
- Experience reviewing CPM schedules and project controls.
- Certifications such as OSHA 30, ICC Inspector, NICET, CQM-C, or similar are highly desirable.
- Experience with Fire Protection Systems (NFPA 13 & NFPA 72).
- Experience with Life Safety Code (NFPA 101).
- Experience with National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
- Experience with HVAC Systems and TAB.
- Experience with building commissioning.
- Experience with Plumbing Systems (IPC).
- Experience with communications and security systems.
- Experience with elevators and specialized equipment.
- Experience with welding inspection.
- Experience with protective coatings inspection.
- Experience with environmental compliance and HAZWOPER.
- Experience with laboratory and research facility construction.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily field inspections and surveillance of construction activities.
- Verify compliance with plans, specifications, contract requirements, codes, and quality standards.
- Evaluate workmanship, materials, installation methods, and contractor performance.
- Conduct quality assurance inspections and prepare detailed inspection reports.
- Review contractor quality control plans, schedules, safety plans, and environmental documentation.
- Monitor testing activities, including concrete, soils, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty systems.
- Track deficiencies, RFIs, non-conforming work, and corrective actions.
- Participate in preconstruction meetings, quality control meetings, and progress reviews.
- Review contractor progress reports and payment applications.
- Assist with change orders, modifications, claims analysis, and technical evaluations.
- Verify compliance with EM 385-1-1 safety requirements.
- Coordinate with contractors, government personnel, architects, engineers, and technical specialists.
- Support final acceptance inspections, commissioning activities, and project closeout.
Benefits
- 401(k) with up to 5% employer match.
- Competitive salary.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Paid federal holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness coverage options.
- Training and development.
- Opportunity for advancement and career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
