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HCG Harford County, Maryland•Bel Air, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs technical and professional work overseeing vertical construction projects to ensure compliance with contract documents, applicable codes, County standards, and accepted construction practices. Serves as the County’s on-site representative by inspecting construction activities, coordinating with contractors and project stakeholders, and resolving construction-related issues throughout the life of a project. Reviews plans and specifications, monitors project progress, evaluates change orders and payment requests, documents construction activities, conducts inspections, and assists with project closeout and warranty administration. The role requires sound professional judgment, effective communication, and the ability to interpret technical construction documents while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract requirements. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., based on a 40-hour work week. Certain projects may require evening, overnight, or weekend work in place of regular daytime hours; schedule adjustments are determined project by project. The stated salary range is $43,381–$116,594, with a budgeted salary of $55,000–$65,000. Other compensation may include overtime, compensatory time, and shift differentials. The position requires four years of progressively responsible experience in construction, construction inspection, construction supervision, or construction management associated with vertical construction projects. Commercial construction experience is highly preferred. Applicants must have a high school or vocational-technical school diploma or GED; additional education may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis. A valid Class C non-commercial driver’s license with no more than three points is required.

Requirements

Four years of progressively responsible experience in construction, construction inspection, construction supervision, or construction management associated with vertical construction projects.
High school or vocational-technical school diploma or GED; additional education may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Valid Class C non-commercial driver’s license with no more than three points.
Knowledge of construction principles, practices, methods, materials, and quality standards for commercial, institutional, and public construction across multiple disciplines.
Working knowledge of construction contract administration, project documentation, change orders, payment applications, schedules of values, and closeout procedures.
Knowledge of construction methods and materials for site work, concrete, masonry, metals, wood and plastics, thermal and moisture protection, doors and windows, finishes, specialties, equipment, furnishings, and mechanical and electrical systems.
Knowledge of applicable building codes, construction standards, safety regulations, and accepted industry practices.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction plans, specifications, drawings, technical manuals, and contract documents and identify deviations from approved documents.
Ability to conduct detailed field inspections, evaluate workmanship and materials, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
Ability to analyze construction issues and make sound, consistent, and objective inspection decisions.
Clear oral and written communication skills for conveying technical information to contractors, design professionals, County staff, and the public.
Ability to prepare accurate reports, correspondence, inspection records, field sketches, photographs, and other project documentation.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships while exercising firmness, tact, and impartiality.
Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability to learn project-management, inspection-reporting, document-management, and recordkeeping software.
Ability to organize multiple projects, prioritize competing assignments, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
Ability to safely operate a County vehicle and travel between project sites.
Ability to comply with applicable Federal OSHA, Maryland MOSH, and Harford County safety rules, policies, procedures, and manuals.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; climb ladders and stairs; traverse uneven terrain, excavations, and active construction sites; and bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work in confined spaces as needed.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and around construction equipment and noise.
Ability to lift and carry inspection equipment, plans, and materials consistent with the position’s essential functions.
Ability to visually inspect construction work, distinguish colors used in utility markings and construction documents, and hear conversations and warning signals in active construction environments.

Nice To Haves

Commercial construction experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Review contract documents, plans, specifications, and project requirements to ensure accurate interpretation and implementation.
Represent the County at preconstruction conferences, progress meetings, and other project-related meetings as the technical authority on assigned construction projects.
Serve as the primary liaison among contractors, County departments, architects, engineers, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
Inspect construction activities for compliance with contract documents, applicable codes, County standards, and accepted construction practices.
Interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents to resolve technical questions and ensure design intent is achieved.
Identify deficient or non-compliant work, communicate required corrective actions, and monitor completion of corrections.
Document project activities through inspection reports, field notes, photographs, sketches, and other records.
Prepare, review, and sign correspondence regarding construction activities, project issues, contract administration, and technical determinations.
Maintain accurate project documentation using electronic and manual recordkeeping systems.
Review contractor change-order requests; develop scopes of work, prepare cost estimates, negotiate pricing when appropriate, and prepare and authorize change-order documentation within delegated authority.
Evaluate contractor payment applications, schedules of values, progress schedules, and supporting documentation, and recommend approval or disapproval based on completed work and contract requirements.
Conduct substantial-completion, final-acceptance, and warranty inspections; review closeout documentation and recommend project acceptance.
Coordinate warranty repairs and ensure identified deficiencies are corrected according to contract requirements.
Monitor schedules, construction quality, safety practices, and project progress; identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions.
Collaborate with project managers, design professionals, utility companies, regulatory agencies, and County staff to resolve construction issues and minimize delays.
Perform other related duties as assigned.