What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Inspector position at Colliers Engineering & Design?
Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Construction Inspector to join our Construction Engineering & Inspection team in our Biddeford, ME office.
Our professional engineers and technicians successfully oversee project construction from pre-construction through finalization with an outstanding track record for cost and schedule containment. Our ACI, SAT, and NICET certified construction professionals have extensive on-the-job experience in supervision, observation, safety oversight and inspection with ongoing training that ensures required daily schedules are adhered to and all materials are procured and constructed according to plans and specifications. We work with our clients to achieve the optimum value, schedule, and project quality for heavy highway, single and multi-span bridges, intersection and traffic signal improvements, marine improvements, water/wastewater transmission, building and vertical project management, park and recreation construction, and condition assessment and asset inventory.
Our construction professionals understand the impact construction projects have on the surrounding communities and foster public relations and communications with the local business owners, residents, and elected officials in the surrounding communities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee, document, and verify the work and daily activities of road and bridge construction crews to ensure compliance with contract documents and plans.
- Monitor and document work zone and traffic control operations.
- Complete Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs) for assigned work activities, contractor labor and equipment and materials incorporated into the project.
- Take measurements, calculate quantities, and perform engineering related computations.
- Operate relevant material testing equipment.
- Provide technical assistance and help resolve challenges related to the construction operations.
- Attend pre-construction meetings and progress meetings.
- Help coordinate project start-up activities.
- Scoping and final inspection of parking lot resurfacing and reconstruction projects.
- Assist with in-service bridge inspections and bridge project scoping.
Qualifications
- High School diploma is required; Associate degree in civil technology or related field is desired.
- Candidates must have a valid driver's license.
- Minimum of 2 years of related experience including highway construction.
- Knowledge of MaineDOT specifications is a plus.
- Able to work in a team environment and have good communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge/skills.
- MaineDOT Certifications are preferred but not all are necessary.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We Offer
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!
Colliers Engineering & Design is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Colliers Engineering & Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
