Construction Inspector/QA Inspector
- Omaha, NE, United States
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Job details
- Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
How will you contribute to the team?
- Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, structural plans, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, flow diagrams, material sampling, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for single, multi-phase, or multi-site field inspection activities.
- Perform inspections on projects of moderate to increased complexity and/or scope, including proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, construction, materials, controls, resources, layout, alignment, and elevation to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, and construction or operating permits.
- Follow standard practices to provide technical assistance and guidance that accounts for the proper inspection, construction, and functioning of buildings, , materials, structures, infrastructure, equipment, and/or mechanical systems according to design standard
- Act as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only inspector on a construction project or assist in overseeing construction inspection activities for projects of a moderate/large scope and complexity within a district.
- Perform an initial check during the first phase of construction and follow-up inspections throughout the construction project; at completion, performs a final, comprehensive inspection and provides written and oral feedback related to their findings.
- Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team to execute inspection work; occasionally leading tasks and inspection staff for technical or field assignments on project work.
- Attend pre-construction meetings and answer questions from contractors and other
-Write technical reports summarizing inspection findings and conclusions; generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using photographs, sketches, calculations, software, spreadsheets, technical drawings, flow diagrams, 2D/3D illustrations, and reports.
- Provide guidance and training to entry-level inspection staff. Engage in contact with client and contractor personnel to schedule and coordinate project inspection.
- Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during site inspections, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level risk environmental, construction, installation, equipment operations, and/or mitigation
- Remain current in latest inspection and construction knowledge, techniques, and
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
What will you contribute?
- High School Diploma.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior construction inspection experience.
- Valid state drivers license.
- Advanced knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
- Advanced knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of construction inspection principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations.
- Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and installation of equipment, materials, and systems. -Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
- Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSPs health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Bachelors Degree in closely related discipline is preferred
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Skills
- Inspection
- Building codes
- Record keeping
- Undertake inspections
- Interact with others
- Attention to detail