What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Observer, Aviation (Consultant) position at Hanson Professional Services Inc.?
Position Profile
This position will be responsible for observation and documentation of airport paving, drainage, utility, lighting, structural and site development during construction. Projects could also include highways, local roads, bridges, and earthen structures.
A Day in the Life of a Construction Observer at Hanson
Here’s a snapshot of what you would do in this role:
Represent owner in monitoring construction activities for compliance with plans and specifications.
Perform or schedule/observe onsite construction materials testing.
Coordinate and communicate field construction activities with contractors, designers and/or owner’s representative(s).
What We’re Looking For
We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:
Education/Experience:
High School Diploma/equivalent
A minimum of 2 years of construction experience
Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the minimum qualifications above the following will result in a more competitive candidate:
Experience working in an airport environment preferred; but experience with other infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, earth structures) would apply as well.
IDOT Construction Technician courses: Documentation of Contracts and Quantities, 3- Day Aggregate, PCC Level I and II, HMA Level I and II
Department of Transportation project experience (IL preferred) and familiarity with the respective agency documentation and material testing certifications; and
Candidates must be able to work as a team member as well as independently, have the desire to learn new skills, be self-motivated, and possess good interpersonal communication skills.
Salary Information:
Technician III range: $31 - $33 per hour
Technician IV range (minimum 6 years of experience): $33.40 - $37.10 per hour
Technician V range (minimum 8 years of experience): $35 - $42 per hour
Benefits
Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:
Competitive compensation
Performance bonuses
401(k) with matching contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Comprehensive health & well-being plans
Financial wellness plans
Work-life balance programs
Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.
Culture
We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:
Monthly educational webinars
Leadership training
Lunch & learn development sessions
24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
Mentorship opportunities
Award-winning internship program
Employee recognition
And so much more!
As employers/governmental contractors, we comply with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities where they apply. To assist us in meeting our affirmative action goals, employees are encouraged to refer minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY — AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
EEO / MINORITY / FEMALE / INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES / VETERAN
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies/staffing firms. Resumes are only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position.
Salary : $31 - $33
