Construction Inspector, Civil EIT

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 1,800 passionate team members across 55 locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group


• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group


• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.


• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.


• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Your Responsibilities:

As a Construction Inspector, you'll play a crucial role in overseeing municipal utility, road, and sidewalk projects. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with the Project Manager, local agencies/owners, and contractors to guarantee that these vital projects adhere to approved plans, specifications, and the jurisdiction's standards. Your responsibilities will include:

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  Comprehensive Inspection: Thoroughly inspect all facets of municipal utility, road, and sidewalk projects, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and standards.

  
  


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  Detailed Documentation: Maintain meticulous records by documenting the Contractor's work through daily inspection reports and project photographs, providing a clear picture of project progress.

  
  


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  Contract Management: Keep an accurate log of contract days used and remaining throughout the project, and verify daily quantities of work, providing weekly quantity reports to the Owner.

  
  


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  Resource Management: Maintain precise records of personnel, equipment, and materials used in force account activities, ensuring transparency and accountability.

  
  


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  Change Order Review: Review change order requests, facilitating a smooth process for necessary modifications.

  
  


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  Material Verification: Verify that materials delivered to the job site match the approved submittals, upholding quality standards.

  
  


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  Proactive Conflict Resolution: Conduct pre-project walks to identify potential unforeseen conflicts, addressing them proactively.

  
  


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  Safety Advocacy: Advise the Contractor of any insufficient traffic control measures or unsafe work conditions, prioritizing safety for all involved.

  
  


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  Testing Coordination: Coordinate scheduling for soils, asphalt, and concrete testing as required, ensuring project quality.

  
  


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  Community Engagement: Collaborate with local residents to mitigate the impact of construction on their daily lives, fostering positive relationships.

  
  


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  As-Built Records: Maintain accurate as-built record drawings for the project, facilitating future reference.

  
  


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  Communication: Keep the Owner informed about work progress and field issues as they arise, fostering transparency and effective decision-making.

  
  


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  Schedule Management: Work closely with the Contractor to provide updated schedules to the Owner as needed, ensuring project timelines are met.

  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from a four-year college or university, is required.


• 1-4 years of experience in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, preferred.


• Ability to work hours dictated by the Contractors schedule on short notice. 


• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. 

Compensation:

This position's typical base compensation range would be between $33.00 and $49.00 per hour, depending on experience, licensure, and other factors.

Pay Range: $33 USD - $49 USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions


• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages 


• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards


• 401K plan matching formula is 50% of your contributions up to 8%


• Tuition Assistance


• Student Loan Repayment up to $25K


• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals


• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure


• Employee Referrals up to $5,000


• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)


• Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)


• Family Planning & IVF Benefits


• Pet Insurance


• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options


• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance


• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness


• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services