Overview:
The Construction Observers represents existing municipal/governmental clients and performs observation and documentation of construction activities throughout the region. Responsibilities:
Assist project managers with existing client relationships related to land development construction and capital improvement projects, public agency coordination, etc.
Observe construction activities and document conformance with approved construction drawings/plans, project requirements, standards, and specifications. Construction activities generally include utilities, stormwater management facilities, erosion and sedimentation controls, grading, paving, curb, sidewalk, handicapped accessibility, lighting, retaining walls, landscaping, roadway/bridge construction, and buildings.
Promptly report exceptions or deviations from approved plans, specifications, and/or construction issues to project manager, construction contractor supervisor, and/or other appropriate party.
Prepare prompt and accurate daily field reports summarizing daily field operations/installations, plan deviations, and corrective actions.
Communicate on a regular basis with the project manager.
Interactions with municipal representative and members of the public.
Possess the ability to accurately read and understand project plans, details, and specifications and ability to convey the design intent to subcontractors and other field personnel.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
Associates or Bachelors degree is preferred, but not required.
2+ years of field experience in construction observation with a civil engineering consulting or construction management firm.
2+ years of field experience in construction and materials testing of site, roads, concrete and utility construction.
Certifications in NICET, NECEPT, ACI, ICC Special Inspector, Nuclear Density Gauge Operator preferred.
Osha 40-hour preferred.
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