What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Field Inspector position at Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.?
The Construction Field Inspector performs inspections on Milhouse projects specific to our construction management team. They manage the schedule, assign the workload, conduct regular pay estimates, fulfill specifications, and coordinate material as needed.
As a change agent, you will enforce plans and specifications for the client(s), make dimensional corrections/modifications where appropriate and perform regular fieldwork. In turn, you will be rewarded with the chance to grow and develop within a close-knit and family orientated team that anticipates significant growth on the horizon.
The Milhouse NY/NJ CM team is growing, and this person will have the opportunity to spearhead and direct that growth. Your leadership experience, technical sense and ability to hit the ground running is needed as we continue to build our team.
What you will do:
- Manage contractor compliance as it relates to quality, performance, specifications, and schedule.
- Monitor and document contractor performance, including adherence to project schedules and safety regulations.
- Keep an open line of communication with your project leadership team, contractors, and all other crew members.
- Conduct field inspections with relevant inspection records and reports kept up to date and provided to the project leadership team.
- In the field you will conduct physical measurements, inspect the physical construction, test/sample materials, and validate the quality of the materials onsite.
- Provide quick and informative solutions to issues as they arise.
- Identify and report any discrepancies, deficiencies, or non-conformance issues.
- Support change order reviews, payment application verifications, and contractor claim assessments.
What we are looking for:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of programs.
- MicroStation skills are advantageous.
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
- Familiar with discipline specific design software and design management systems.
- Knowledge of standard format specification development.
Your background:
- 2 years of relevant professional experience.
- BS Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree.
- Construction Inspection for bridge projects desired.
- Construction Inspection for Amtrak projects desired.
The actual base pay depends upon many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
While we provide a range, we'd love to hear from you if you are in or outside of this range as we are always looking to cater roles to the Talent we find!!
Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.
Why Join the Civil Team? Here's why:
If you are looking to join an energetic and growing department, then the Milhouse Civil team might be the perfect fit for you. Beyond exciting Architectural, Transportation, Site Civil, and Structural project opportunities of all sizes and complexities, the Civil team also holds monthly team lunches and quarterly socials. We want to ensure that all our team members are engaged and maintaining the work life balance that is necessary to maximize their potential. If this sounds like a fit for you, then apply today!
Here's a little information on Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.:
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better.
We are a unique, Chicago-based firm whose collective passion, vision and expertise has led to phenomenal growth! With more than 500 talented professionals and offices across the globe, Milhouse offers a dynamic work environment where there is no limit to what you can achieve if you are willing to go after it.
Our people are the cornerstone of our organization, and key to our success. Join a remarkably talented team that shares a passion for what they do and a vision for improving communities around the world through innovative engineering and construction. Click here to see who we are, and how our people drive our culture each & every day.
Click here to see all of our awards and how many times we've won Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For!
Important Notice to US Applicants
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at-will employer.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits List:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Plan
Transit Benefits Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Education & Development Program
Paid Holidays
Employee Referral Program
Wellness Program
Employee Recognition Program
Lunch and Learns
Milhouse University Classes (Cross Functional Training)
Higher Level Professional Development/Certification support
Paid Maternity and Paternity leave (plus incentives to support you in your first year of parenthood)
