About The Position

McKim & Creed is a leading top 150 ENR-ranked firm and we are seeking an enthusiastic Field Construction Observer to conduct periodic project site visits to monitor and observe construction of civil and municipal related projects to include water/wastewater, pump station, sewer, storm drain, grading, stormwater, roadway (paving/sidewalk) and general civil construction for compliance with contract documents.

Requirements

  • Strong Water and Sewer Background
  • Water/Wastewater Construction Experience
  • Must be willing and able to climb ladders, routinely travel and traverse uneven, unpaved terrain and work outside for extended periods of time on construction sites.
  • Must be able to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
  • Must be 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
  • Must be 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

  • 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 project team. Review and comment on reports prepared by others when necessary.
  • Coordinate with field crews for survey and testing as required by the construction contract, and 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 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
  • Multiple office locations to work from
  • Growth opportunities & training
  • Professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • early career professional program
  • online courses
  • Work that makes a difference
  • Collaborative, supportive team
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