Senior Construction Inspector

Kennedy Jenks•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$45 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an experienced Civil/Mechanical Construction Inspector for a project in the Phoenix, AZ area. The ideal Civil/Mechanical Constructions Inspector will have an outstanding work ethic and high integrity to provide construction Inspection on water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Responsibilities: Primary duties of a Civil/Mechanical Construction Inspector are to inspect construction work to ensure conformance with contract documents and all applicable codes and standards. Work includes preparation of daily written reports, contractor time and material records, review contractor’s request for additional compensation, preparation of descriptions/reasons/estimates for change orders, verification of work in place quantities for contractor payment applications, coordination of construction work within the public right-of-way, coordination of work with stakeholders, and ensuring the safety and quality of the work. Prepare written communication between owner and contractor Coordinate meetings with contractors, clients, and staff Providing quality assurance of contractor workTracking contractor schedule and documentation compliance Conduct and document observations of construction as it progressesPerform field materials sampling and testing that includes tests for: concrete slump and air content, concrete compressive specimens, compaction, moisture, and aggregate gradation. Perform measurements and calculations necessary to determine quantity of work performed and materials required. Check layout and dimensions of work by utilizing basic tape measures, rules and other instruments. Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents. Compose reports with a daily log of construction activities, personnel assigned, equipment used, weather conditions, and other information pertinent to the progress of the work. Write reports to document field inspections and tests performed. Collaborate with other field representatives or project managers. Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
5 or more years experience with all facets of construction including civil and mechanical installations.
The ability to exercise deductive reasoning and independently resolve problems.
Experience using survey equipment to check and confirm construction.
Ability to interpret construction schedules
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with ability to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

Technical school and/or associates degree preferred.
Certifications for specialty inspections of steel, concrete, welding, coatings, and other aspects of infrastructure projects is a plus.
Experience with sewer rehabilitation, municipal projects, water and wastewater pipelines, agriculture pump stations, and/or water or wastewater treatment plants, for both new construction and rehabilitation, is strongly preferred.
OSHA 10 Hr. Certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Inspect construction work to ensure conformance with contract documents and all applicable codes and standards.
Preparation of daily written reports
Contractor time and material records
Review contractor’s request for additional compensation
Preparation of descriptions/reasons/estimates for change orders
Verification of work in place quantities for contractor payment applications
Coordination of construction work within the public right-of-way
Coordination of work with stakeholders
Ensuring the safety and quality of the work
Prepare written communication between owner and contractor
Coordinate meetings with contractors, clients, and staff
Providing quality assurance of contractor work
Tracking contractor schedule and documentation compliance
Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses
Perform field materials sampling and testing that includes tests for: concrete slump and air content, concrete compressive specimens, compaction, moisture, and aggregate gradation.
Perform measurements and calculations necessary to determine quantity of work performed and materials required.
Check layout and dimensions of work by utilizing basic tape measures, rules and other instruments.
Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
Compose reports with a daily log of construction activities, personnel assigned, equipment used, weather conditions, and other information pertinent to the progress of the work.
Write reports to document field inspections and tests performed.
Collaborate with other field representatives or project managers.
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.