About The Position

McKim & Creed is seeking an enthusiastic Field Construction Observer to conduct periodic project site visits to monitor and observe construction of civil and municipal related projects. These projects include water/wastewater, pump stations, sewer, storm drains, grading, stormwater, roadways (paving/sidewalk), and general civil construction, ensuring compliance with contract documents. The role involves coordinating with contractors, design teams, and owners, reviewing construction contract documents, drawings, and specifications, and preparing detailed field observation reports. The observer will also review reports from others, coordinate survey and testing, witness acceptance testing, document equipment testing and startups, and resolve construction-related problems in a timely manner. Responsibilities extend to scheduling and documenting substantial and final completion inspections, reviewing redlines and record drawings, and overseeing project closeout documents, warranties, and final payment requests. Promoting safety is also a key aspect of the role.

Requirements

  • Strong Water and Sewer Background
  • Water/Wastewater Construction Experience
  • Willing and able to climb ladders, routinely travel and traverse uneven, unpaved terrain and work outside for extended periods of time on construction sites.
  • Able to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
  • Able to communicate with engineers, contractors and owners in an effective, professional manner.
  • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, and either Adobe Acrobat or BlueBeam Revu
  • Willing to work nights, weekends and/or overtime if required.
  • Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct periodic project site visits to monitor and observe construction for compliance with contract documents.
  • Coordinate with contractors, design team, and owners.
  • Review and interpret construction contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
  • Prepare daily and periodic field observation reports and distribute to the project team.
  • Review and comment on reports prepared by others.
  • Coordinate with field crews for survey and testing as required by the construction contract.
  • Review construction materials testing reports prepared by third-party testing agencies.
  • Witness and document acceptance testing at various stages of construction.
  • Attend and document equipment testing procedures and startups, particularly for pump station or booster station facilities.
  • Solve problems in a timely manner (involving appropriate parties) during various stages of construction.
  • Schedule, conduct, and prepare documentation for substantial completion and final completion inspections, including punch lists.
  • Review redlines and coordinate preparation of record drawings.
  • Review project closeout documents, warranties, and final payment requests.
  • Perform additional construction phase services as required.
  • Promote safety.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid holidays
  • Bereavement leave
  • Parental leave
  • Medical leave
  • Military leave
  • Growth opportunities & training
  • Mentoring & training options
  • Professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Early career professional program
  • Online courses
  • Collaborative, supportive team
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