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6-10 years of experience
Partner with large local construction contractors to oversee multiple project stages from inception to completion to ensure projects meet regulations and comply with strict building codes. Additionally serve as project manager for large scale design and build projects. Manage staff, resources, logistics, and scheduling as well as site inspections, audits, maintenance, and reporting. Perform surveys, compile data, and provide detailed project plans. Oversee staffing in order to complete projects.
- Performed inspections for the Hampton EB ramp to I-44 as well as a soil nail wall replacement beneath the Hampton overpass; handled and engineering multiple materials while skillfully coordinating relationships with contractor to meet contract and compliance standards.
- Managed $2.3M project involving super-paving I-64, pavement repair, barrier wall placement, bridge rehabilitation, and guardrail replacement; coordinated well with community partners to maintain timeline and resolve project concerns.
- Oversaw bridge rehabilitation of 9th Street ramp on I-64; completed painting and repair within budget and timelines expectations.
- Co-managed bridge painting and structural steel placement project for a $26.2M seismic retrofit, including drilled shafts, pin pile, concrete footings, super-structure repair, and slab edge repair.
- Directed Poplar Street Bridge project including epoxy polymer repair, epoxy polymer overlay, sub-structure repair, electrical upgrades, and steel repair in bridge girders.
0-5 years of experience
Sole inspector for the new construction of a 28,000 square foot maintenance and operations building at the Central wastewater treatment plant, a filter project and the installation of a 72″ bypass pipeline.
- Inspected projects through the entire building process – from ground breaking to project close.
- Utilized expertise in all areas of construction including concrete, building construction, commercial HVAC & utilities, lead abatement, asbestos abatement and radioactive abatement.
- Helped to build the 1st LEED certified building for the [company name] at this plant.
- Contributed to the waste water plant project being completed ahead of schedule. Help to contain budget expense.
6-10 years of experience
Conducted inspections on all Construction Materials used in Road and Highway Construction
- Performed Inspection and testing on SH 130 Toll Road Segments 5&6
- Completed Daily Logs and Inspection Reports along with calculations for quantities of materials
- Coordinated testing with Engineering labs for all materials that were to be tested
- Analyzed all data and Engineering Reports from Engineering labs
0-5 years of experience
Inspected sidewalk, alley, curb and other complex construction projects to ensure conformance with safety laws, ordinances and contract documents.
- Inspected reconstruction of inlets, manholes, water meter box and drainpipes to comply with the standards and codes outlined in each contract
- Reviewed, interpreted and revised drawings, specifications, material lists and samples of materials for compliance with contract requirements and codes.
- Participated in administrative, progress and on-site meetings with architects, engineers, contractors and property owners to discuss and resolve various issues that arose in the field.
- Maintained project records and wrote reports to include correspondence, drawings, daily progress reports and time and materials records.
- Investigated and resolved warranty complaints.
0-5 years of experience
Inspector for a gathering system within the Barnett Shale formation working for XTO/Exxon/Mobil a 12-inch Discharge gas pipeline approximately 1.5 miles in length, a dual 24-inch suction pipeline approximately 1.5 miles, and a 6-inch gas lateral pipeline approximately 400 ft. in length.
- Inspected and monitored installation of five (5)-HDD’s (2-future roadways, 1-railroad crossing, and 1-existing roadway).
- Prepared/gathered documentation for materials being utilized on the project collated data to be incorporated into project completion books.
- Coordinated with owners operations of the shut-in, blow down of 2 lines for final tie-ins to existing compressor station.
0-5 years of experience
Delivered Construction Inspection & Administration services on two multi-million dollar utility relocation projects in Northeast North Carolina.
- Provided direct contractor oversight for installed utility quantities, representing clients of NCDOT and City of Elizabeth City.
- Managed accurate daily work/quantity reports and made onsite recommendations to correct safety discrepancies in accordance with state and federal laws.
- Maintained blueprint red-ups for as-built drawings.
0-5 years of experience
Analysis of site plans and maps of bridge, parking lot, and projects of buildings
- Tested and inspected construction materials, placement, foundations, and NCR work
- Reported and documented all tests and inspections, then conveyed results
- Managed the quality of bridge segments for barge transportation, including resources, schedules, and people
- Trained employees on what issues to look for, to fix, the process of their work, and for a quality control position
- Creating solutions to increase productivity during periods of limited resources and inadequate weather conditions
0-5 years of experience
Reported directly to and assisted the Resident Engineer in the oversight of construction and incremental turnover of the East Basement Slurry Wall Project.
- Responsible for assisting the Resident Engineer with coordinating field activities with adjacent stakeholders including facility personnel, contractors and other public agencies to ensure the project implementation coincides with schedule, contractual, budgetary and safety requirements.
- Monitored construction activities for contract compliance and performed controlled inspections.
- Identified extra work and assisted in the change order process and the forecasting of extra work expenditures.
- Assisted in the review of payment requisitions.
- Reported directly to the Senior Resident Engineer in the absence of the Resident Engineer.
0-5 years of experience
Provided quality assurance services by performing onsite inspections of materials and workmanship, as well as performed material testing.
- Worked with project managers and Inspectors of Records to ensure work and materials meet code and plan specification.
- Provided timely inspection reports to engineers and project managers to ensure work meets requirements set by the proper design authority for each specific project.
- Performed testing of material in accordance to the American Society for Testing of Materials (ASTM) manuals for reinforcing rebar as well as concrete.
- Performed inspections on epoxy Anchor/Dowels, Proof load testing, and Concrete Field Technician duties (Slump Test, Temperature, Air Content and Sampling of Concrete).
10+ years of experience
Oversee full and part time seasonal construction inspectors and verify as-built information
- Inspect both public and private utility construction projects
- Updated project manager weekly and tracked inspection hours to maintain budget.
- Designed and drafted various sites using AutoCad and Eagle Point software.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for inspecting contractor construction activities to ensure compliance of plans and city standard specifications.
- Serve as liaison between contractor and engineer to ensure communication is maintained at all times throughout projects.
- Schedule all materials testing and monitor test reports.
- Verify and submit monthly pay estimates for construction services and materials performed and used by contractor.
- Communicate and address complaints from public that pertain to assigned projects.
- Acting inspector for street maintenance program that includes milling, overlay and seal coating of city streets.
0-5 years of experience
Tested concrete according to ASTM standards to determine slump, air content, and temperature.
- Performed reinforcing steel inspections to insure rebar meets requirements of approved drawings.
- Performed in-place density tests on various types of stone and soil to determine compaction and moisture content.
- Performed bearing grade inspections to determine stability of soils.
- Performed floor-flatness testing on finished concrete to determine floor levelness/flatness
- Performed proctor, sieve, and compressive strength tests with senior technicians in laboratory.
0-5 years of experience
Performed field inspection of all repairs made to all Marcellus Shale / Heavy User bonded roadways in PennDOT District 12-0.
- Compiled and organized the collected data, material certifications, and quantity receipts for state
- Coordinated communications to ensure all necessary repairs were completed to the satisfaction of state officials.
- Performed roadway inspection surveys for excessive damage for inspectors on leave.
0-5 years of experience
Developed a time keeping labor cost system used by cost engineers to maintain construction performance and schedule within budget.
- Directed and coordinated activities of projects through delegated subordinates.
- Maintained daily documentation of project progression.
- Monitored usage of funds and approved pay-outs.
0-5 years of experience
- Inspected rehabilitation of New York State Route 427 bridge deck, footers, and pillars to ensure contractors followed construction plans, procedures, and materials
- Performed concrete testing according to ASTM methods for slump (C143/143M) and air content (C173/173M)
- Supervised epoxy overlay procedure as desired by the New York State Specifications to certify that correct installation was performed
- Inspected hot mix asphalt paving of New York State Route 427 to ensure proper procedure and materials were utilized as per construction plans
- Managed pile driving operation for bridge substructures of New York State Route 352 bridge deck replacement in Corning, New York
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted project engineer with construction monitoring and inspection on multiple bridge rehabilitation projects.
- Monitored contractor’s work to ensure it was completed in accordance with contract documents and state specifications.
- Performed duties interpreting bridge plans, procedures, and specifications, surveying, estimating quantities, monitoring installation of approved construction materials, performing field testing, taking field measurements of pay items, and enforcing work zone traffic controls.
- Prepared daily work reports and recorded all labor, materials, and equipment used on a daily basis.
0-5 years of experience
Inspected the new light rail system (infrastructure) as well as residential, commercial and industrial buildings and schools for conformance with approved plans and specifications and local codes and ordinances.
- Obtained measurements, took photographs and prepared daily reports on inspections.
- Received calls from the public and checked plans for proposed new or altered buildings and issue building permits.
- Mentored subordinate inspectors and provided assistance to them.
0-5 years of experience
Represented design engineers during construction of infrastructure improvements
- Supervised and inspected contractor’s work to assure compliance with specifications
- Established onsite solutions to unforeseen issues found in the field
- Reviewed, processed, and approved contractor’s pay applications and change orders
- Conducted progress meetings with city government, engineers, and contractors
- Performed quantity calculations and created cost estimates for transportation projects
- Using MicroStation, drafted detailed drawings and created engineer assessments
- Assisted with safety studies, roadway planning, and geometric design
6-10 years of experience
Using a PTC track verify tool to validate the location of the track features that are stored in the track database against their actual position and keep logs of the results and a detailed history of test session.
- Perform Quality Control inspections of construction, assembling, installing wiring, documentation of test performed on signal devices such GCP 4000, VHLC, EC5, crossing warning system, and gate systems.
- Ensure employees have an understanding of the scope work in accordance, safety policies and standards.
- Interact with all levels of management and labor and adapt an atmosphere of team work, quality, and safety.
- Daily Reports of personnel performing work, material and equipment used.
- Address installation, material, and quality issues that may disrupt the workflow or result in an unsafe situation.
0-5 years of experience
Currently working in a consultant capacity for the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) on the I-65/I-22 Interchange being constructed in Birmingham, Alabama.
- Conduct testing of concrete used for bridges, inlets, barrier rails and other concrete structures. Certification obtained from the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and the Alabama Highway Department (ALDOT).
- Ensure proper soil compaction by performing nuclear density testing.
- Inspect installation of drainage pipes, guardrail, retaining walls, denied access fencing, and other structures necessary to highway construction.
- Inspect the placing of asphalt paving. Inspection involves checking for proper mix temperature, correct thickness, and proper cross slopes.
- Verification of work performed correctly by the contractor, the quantity of work completed, and the payment due to the contractor on a monthly basis.
0-5 years of experience
Performed construction management and inspection services for rehabilitation and upgrading of existing taxiways at Trenton-Mercer Airport in New Jersey.
- Inspected taxiway milling, paving and reconstruction, drainage, airfield lighting/signage and NAVAIDS improvements, pavement markings and maintenance of traffic installations for contract compliance.
- Reviewed and processed RFI’s, change orders and payment requisitions.
- Measured quantities, participated in progress meetings and prepared reports.
0-5 years of experience
Provide resident project representation on projects to ensure contractor’s compliance to project plans and specifications.
- Perform field tests on backfilled material using T-99/T-180 one point proctor.
- Operate nuclear density gauge to verify compaction of backfilled lifts of soils or asphalt.
- Carry out field tests for slump on delivered concrete including casting concrete cylinders.
- Inspect foundation footings, verify rebar sizes and splices.
- Prepare daily reports on activities on site and document results from all tests and inspections.
6-10 years of experience
- Supervised crews and inspected road and bridge construction projects per the NYSDOT specifications.
- Computerized drawings for view by Field Associates, communicating actively and effectively to determine comprehension of drawings to be incorporated into the field design.
- Estimated assembly costs for proposed projects and monitored job costs, keeping them on-budget.
- Coordinated project goals and deadlines with multiple teams and projects, consistently exceeding expectations.
- Originated daily construction reports to track construction progress, allocation of resources (people and equipment), and laborers and contractors tasks. Organized data, generated reports, increasing productivity.
- Inspected major construction projects and checked plans for conformance to applicable codes and structural safety, always maintaining a keen eye and intense desire for achieving highest quality standards.
- Managed and coordinated personnel and operational activities involved in all phases of construction projects
- Monitored schedules and took appropriate actions to ensure project completion on schedule and within approved cost limitations.
0-5 years of experience
Supervised team of 3 construction inspectors, coordinated project assignments between Battery Park – Canal Street, new construction, alteration of major buildings and demolition.
- Supervised and monitor the abatement and demolition of Deutsche bank.
- Performed inspection of new buildings and alterations of structure to ensure compliance with NYC Construction Codes and Zoning Resolutions.
- Participate in pre-construction safety meetings.
0-5 years of experience
Prepare three-dimensional isometric drawings of process collection, separation and sales systems to be built in new construction of process gathering facilities and weld map when fabrication is complete
- Generate One-Call request tickets for locations of excavations and develop and maintain currency of Redzone forms allowing contractors to safely excavate in the worksite
- Receive and prepare process equipment from vendors and log into company database
- Provide mentorship in and enforce authenticity of contractor’s daily safe work, excavation and hot work permits
- Inspect integrity and production of process welds to ASME Section IX and API 1104 codes
0-5 years of experience
Worked on a bridge painting and steel repair project.
- Took surface profiles of steel when lead based paint was blasted off bridge to make sure work done was sufficient for coating process.
- Took Dry film thickness (DFT) reading after each coat of paint was applied on bridge.
- Analyzed bridge trusses to identify any additional steel repair on members that might have been missed by contractor.
- Read Specification book and studied Shop Drawings to understand how steel repairs would be made.
- Supervised work team and contractors.
- Verified material compliance with all state and federal standards.
0-5 years of experience
Perform field engineering and construction inspections on roadway and structural construction.
- Prepare end of month pay item list of work contracted, installed and completed for payment.
- Take measurements of work done for submittal to pay app.
- Maintain a daily diary of all activity on the site.
- Maintain a daily quantity list for pay app.
10+ years of experience
Issued violations & summonses for non-compliance with the Zoning Resolution, the Building Code & other applicable laws and rules, & preparing detailed field reports
- Reviewed plans for compliance with Zoning Resolution & Building Code requirements
- Testified before administrative tribunals, civil & criminal courts concerning inspections & investigations
- Researched & prepared pertinent information prior to court appearances
- Performed fieldwork, including inspections & surveillance at locations throughout the city
- Assisted with the Quality of life team’s investigative staff in performing access warrants
- Responded to Emergencies on Daily basis and performed related tasks as assigned
- Performed joint inspections with OEM, FDNY, NYPD
- Performed investigations at the request of BSIU, DOI, Commissioner of Enforcement
6-10 years of experience
- Monitor and document the daily activities of the Contractor to ensure compliance with plans, standards, specifications, special requirements, codes and regulations.
- Review planned quantities and conduct field measurements.
- Perform material testing for acceptance; analyze and verify tests performed by Contractor Quality Control personnel.
- Compile data and prepare construction reports.
- Record project data in daily logs within the project mainframe.
0-5 years of experience
- As owner’s representative, use contract specifications and drawings to observe the work and record critical details of the particular phase of the construction
- Inspecting the construction contractor’s work for quality and compliance with approved shop drawings, catalog cuts, materials certifications and samples, and applicable codes and standards
- Preparing detailed daily inspection reports of all project related activities.
6-10 years of experience
Work with multiple government agencies and contractors to ensure contractual compliance, site safety, and work performance related to current project objectives
- Ensures implementation of design criteria within project scope
- Interprets plans and contracts to make certain they are in compliance with city, state, and federal guidelines
- Utilize and implement Best Management Practices ensuring quality completion of project
- Performs daily inspection reports and other administrative duties including review and approval of pay applications, change orders, RFI’s and other duties as required
0-5 years of experience
Assisted lab manager with construction testing materials
- Proctored American Concrete Institute level one and two exams
- Analyzed and inspected on job site
- Field testing and materials testing of concrete, soil work, and asphalt lab
0-5 years of experience
Monitored the work to ensure that it is completed in accordance to the specifications in the contract.
- Inspect materials for identification as conforming to specifications and plans.
- Prepare daily reports and maintained files
- Take samples of materials for examination or analysis by laboratories; perform tests on soils and concrete
6-10 years of experience
Inspected all aspects of highway and bridge construction.
- Inspected bridges, single and multi-span, adjacent box beams.
- Inspected bituminous paving, drainage, piping, pre-cast culverts and earthwork.
- Conducted soil and nuclear testing, inspected seeding and mulching.
- Performed soil classification and aggregate testing
- Assisted in highway maintenance duties
0-5 years of experience
Reinforced Concrete Inspection
- Performed visual inspection on the proposed work such as checking the sizes, spacing, clearances, splices of reinforced steel, embedded items and anchor bolts, etc. prior to concrete placement
- Performed sampling and testing of the concrete starting with mix design verification, proper sampling techniques, slump requirement compliance, air test of concrete, making concrete test specimens in the field, and temperature of freshly mixed concrete
- Ensured compliance with pile location plans and project specifications
- Compiled pile logs of recorded blow counts and final depths
- Perform direct inspection and documentation of material certification, installation practices, measuring, testing, and all other related field activities to verify attainment of the level of quality specified
- Operation of Nuclear Density gauge for compaction, moisture content, and dry density
- Verified compliance of project specifications and geotechnical report’s recommendations
- Verified use of proper materials, densities and lift thicknesses during placement and compaction of controlled fill
0-5 years of experience
Daily oversight of company controlled contractors in the areas of steam, gas, fibre and electrical new construction and refurbishments.
- Responsible for interpreting and completing engineering’s plans and specifications on all phases on work
- Enforcing all EHS and QC rules and regulations set forth by Con Edison, DOT, NYC and OSHA.
- Appointed liaison between specified contractor management, company forces and craft workers.
- Breakdown of all work by measuring devices and payment of each portion of a project by an agreed upon unit contract using company programs such as Mobile Field Office, Oracle and Summons.
0-5 years of experience
- Provide Quality Control monitoring in Concrete made at the plant and helped contractors on NJTA Interchange 6-9 widening program ($2.3 Billon project) in getting right mixture of concrete for the bridges.
- Communicate with the Engineer between plant and jobsite to maintain passing results.
- Handle laboratory sampling and testing of construction materials including soil, and concrete – Perform various tests such as Proctor test, resistivity test, soundness test, atterberg limit test & hot mix asphalt testing.
- Prepare daily field reports for clients, assisting management with overall project progress to assure timely completion.
0-5 years of experience
Work with inspection and engineering staff on concerns regarding construction and engineering matters.
- Work with the inspection staff to correct deficiencies and to accept and determine when improvements comply with city standards.
- Confers with Civil Engineers, City and other governmental officials, and others as necessary to coordinate work.
- Inspect and evaluate City maintained improvements, new construction, modification, and “as-is” condition of various municipal and private structures such as utilities, streets, elevation and location of structures for conformance with specifications and regulations.
- Inspect construction improvements within city right-of-way of municipal buildings and facilities to ensure compliance with approved plans and specifications.
- Observe construction work during progress and upon completion; notify project engineer of any potential safety concerns, if needed.
- Monitors construction progress and coordinates inspections to ensure that work is performed in conformance with specifications and plans and completed in accordance to schedule.
- Reviews, recommends, and/or approves change orders, proposals, and requests for payments to contractors.
- Review plans and specifications of assigned projects; attend and participate in pre-construction conferences as assigned; record and evaluate amount of materials used and work performed relative to progress payment requests; prepare recommendation for City acceptance of new municipal improvements and facilities.
0-5 years of experience
Performed general office duties including filing appraisal and construction inspection draw sheets and entered invoices into Excel spreadsheets
- Entered house listings onto the online multiple-listing service system under the supervision of the broker-in-charge
- Inspected residential building sites to report on progress of construction for lenders
- Updated the firm’s social media website (Facebook)
10+ years of experience
Inspects, manages, and enforces compliance a variety of horizontal construction projects.
- Interprets and applies City ordinances and applicable federal and state standards for compliance during capital and commercial construction projects.
- Reviews project plans, revisions, and corresponding documents.
- Schedules conferences between contractors, property owners, developers, engineers, and interested parties regarding inspection requests, regulatory compliance, and modifications to the sequence of construction.
- Examines and investigates industry standard construction methods and recommends changes as necessary.
- Inspects and enforces OSHA, work zone safety, and erosion and sediment control practices.
- Prepares and maintains various documents pertaining to project status
0-5 years of experience
Inspection of construction progress which includes ensuring procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.
- Observe work in progress to assure conformance with requirements and acceptable workmanship.
- Analyze and interpret all specifications and blueprints as per contract and monitor all deviations for same to ensure compliance to all procedures and maintain log of daily progress reports.
- Prepare daily field reports documenting and comparing progress over time periods.
6-10 years of experience
Currently working on the “Bush Terminal Piers 1-4 Shoreline Stabilization and Remediation, ” NYCEDC Project at Brooklyn, NY. (EnTech is a Sub-Consultant for AECOM in this project)
- Monitoring project progress and ensuring conformance to design specifications and safety standards
- Verifying that all work is in compliance with Construction Documents
- Daily site progress record keeping and ensuring proper sequence of work
- Coordinating construction activities between construction contractors and the design team and all other project team members
- Preparing detailed sketches to clarify any questions posted by contractor
- Managing RFIs, submittals and Shop Drawings
- Recording and approving the tests performed on site and reviewing the Laboratory reports. The GEOTECHNICAL Reports prepared by the designer has been reviews as necessary for construction.
- Estimating quantities and cost of materials, equipment, and labor to determine project feasibility
- Preparing plans necessary to further implement the drawings or alterations required for the work as directed by NYCEDC for coordinate purposes
- Analyzing survey reports, maps, and drawings data to direct construction layout
0-5 years of experience
Inspected project site materials and workmanship for contract compliance.
- Tested construction materials, performed sampling for analysis and design.
- Recorded progress daily in field book.
- Daily decision making with contract compliance and budget in mind.
- Responsible for multiple forms of paperwork related to work done daily.
0-5 years of experience
Attend pre construction, quality control, progress and other conferences and meetings.
- Review and become familiar with the contract documents for proposed construction.
- Review, analyze, and make recommendations including preparation of cost estimates and time and schedule impacts on potential construction changes to the Project Manager.
- Review and comment on Progress Schedules, including Network Diagrams.
- Provide daily inspection and surveillance of construction work to insure the work is in accordance with contract. Make applicable comments on the daily reports. Notify project manager and contractor of non-compliant work.
- Witness field tests and review all testing reports accomplished by the contractor and any Government materials testing for conformance with specifications. Establish and maintain a log of all field tests required by the contract documents.
- Perform surveillance of survey operations for layout and elevations of construction work
- Inform contractor and construction representatives of safety violations
6-10 years of experience
- Monitor and inspect state and federally funded roadway construction projects
- While working alongside contractors, performing inspections and tests to ensure all operations and installed items, including the following, are in compliance with NYSDOT plans and specifications: earthwork, traffic signals, drainage, concrete, asphalt pavement, and construction materials
- Measure and determine item quantities
- Report contractors daily operations and calculate payments for completed work
- Report directly to the NYSDOT engineer-in-charge
6-10 years of experience
- Responsible for management and oversight of State sponsored projects: size $10mm – $12mm.
- Project responsibility from initial construction phase through State and Federal funding stages.
- Direct responsibility of all on-sight state construction employees.
- Administration of project funding in compliance with State and Federal guidelines.
0-5 years of experience
Performed construction observation and testing for public water/sewer utility projects with specialized duties involving: – Inspection of pipeline rehabilitation, including all current trenchless techniques.
- Safety procedures and customer relations techniques.
- Researching sewer line histories, locations, conditions to determine pipes requiring inspection or analysis.
- Reviewing CCTV and manhole inspection videos and making recommendations for rehabilitating deteriorating elements of the collection system.
- Preparing quantity and cost estimates; calculating cut and fill for excavation.
6-10 years of experience
Quality Assurance Testing for various CDOT and El Paso county projects
- Ensure all standards, materials and safety requirements are met
- Measure and calculate pay item quantities
- Inspection of bridge and roadway items
- Supervised employees on various jobsites
- Soil classifications in lab environment
10+ years of experience
Analyze plans for contracts for water and sewer installation including line and grade, including line and grade, and cleaning and lining of water main pipes
- Prepare AS Built drawing of underground fitting for water main and sewer connection for clean out purposes
- Prepare daily budget reports of all work hours of contactors, usage of equipment, materials and estimates
- Take water samples to test chlorination and PH Levels
- Perform material inspections
0-5 years of experience
- Inspecting contractors work on ongoing Norwalk I-95 Exit 14-15/Route 1 reconstruction
- Writing DWR’s and importing reports to CTDOT Site Manager
- Reading blueprints and other related to construction instructions
- Performing variety of material tests
Construction Inspector Duties and Responsibilities
Daily duties performed by construction inspectors vary, depending on the types of construction projects they are inspecting and the construction sites themselves. However, the core job tasks performed by construction inspectors are universally the same at all sites:
Perform Quality Assurance Testing Construction inspectors test construction materials, such as concrete, rock, and asphalt, for quality at various construction sites.
Perform Inspections Construction inspectors perform daily inspections of construction sites and work completed to ensure that projects are moving forward on schedule.
Write Daily Field Reports Construction inspectors write daily reports summarizing construction activity and other important information for the day.
Review Cost Estimates Construction inspectors analyze and review cost estimates for proposed projects, making recommendations regarding schedule and materials lists when needed.
Monitor Safety Violations Construction inspectors monitor construction work for safety violations, reporting any violations to the site foreman.
Verify Dimensions Construction inspectors measure dimensions and elevations against blueprints and schematics to ensure projects are following specifications.
Follow Safety Protocols Construction inspectors follow all safety protocols while on construction sites by wearing proper protective clothing.
Construction Inspector Skills and Qualifications
Construction inspectors use communication skills and analytical abilities to effectively inspect construction sites and projects, making recommendations where necessary to keep projects moving forward safely and as planned. Employers look for construction inspectors who possess the various skills needed to carry out these regular job tasks:
- Communication skills – construction inspectors work independently but also function as part of a team, requiring strong verbal communication skills; they also need good written communication skills to create daily site reports
- Physical ability – construction inspectors regularly lift heavy materials and equipment, squat, bend, and stand for hours at a time
- Computer skills – construction inspectors use computers to write regular reports using software programs
- Critical thinking – construction inspectors analyze estimates and assess construction sites
- Mathematics – construction inspectors use mathematical skills to verify measurements and study blueprints
Construction Inspector Education and Training
Employers search for construction inspectors who have previous construction work experience, usually three or more years, to fill this role. Some employers additionally require construction inspectors to have a high school diploma or GED. A majority of employers require construction inspectors to be at least eighteen years of age. Because of the travel required for the job, construction inspectors must also have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Little training is provided to construction inspectors, who are required to have previous experience in construction and already have the skills needed to perform their regular job tasks. Many construction inspectors go through a brief orientation period to familiarize themselves with construction workers and ongoing projects, usually lasting no more than one or two weeks.
Construction Inspector Salary and Outlook
According to the Bureau for Labor Statistics (BLS), construction and building inspectors earned $59,090 median annual income or $28.41 hourly in 2017. There were more than 100,000 jobs for construction and building inspectors in 2016, a number the BLS expects to rise by 10 percent through 2026. This job growth rate is faster than the national average. Most construction inspectors receive complete benefits packages from employers that include health insurance with dental and vision coverage. Life insurance, short-term disability, and retirement benefits are typically included with benefits packages. After maintaining employment with the same employer for three months to one year, construction inspectors receive vacation leave and paid sick days as well. nbsp;
Helpful Resources
Use these books and websites to find jobs, get career tips, and explore training and education programs for construction inspectors:
American Construction Inspectors Association – This website, designed for construction inspectors, offers job listings, training webinars, seminar and other event dates, and helpful career information.
Inspectors, Construction RED-HOT Career Guide; 2550 REAL Interview Questions – With more than 2,000 questions, this book provides answers to the interview questions employers are most likely to pose to construction inspectors. The text is organized by topic and offers tips for self-assessment and testing.
Construction Management Association of America – Look for education and training programs, learn more about certifications, find upcoming conferences, and explore resources for construction inspectors on this website.
Reinforced Concrete Masonry Construction Inspector’s Handbook, 8th Edition – This handbook provides techniques and strategies for inspecting reinforced concrete masonry on construction sites, a skill all construction inspectors need.
Associated Builders and Contractors – Get up-to-date news and media reports, learn more about safety, explore upcoming industry events, and browse education and training resources at this website for all builders and contractors.
Construction Inspection Manual – Look through inspection checklists, standard inspection procedures, and work techniques for construction inspectors with this in-depth manual.
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