What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Inspector position at Thoroughbred Architects & Engineers?
Conduct the day-to-day evaluation of quality of work per project plans and specifications and International Building Code (IBC). Must be certified by International Code Council (ICC) Special Inspection certifications and American Concrete Institute (ACI).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform inspection, observation, and material testing on construction projects. The scope of the projects will include, but not limited to, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Materials Testing, BMP Inspections, Utility Inspections and/or Roadway Inspection.
- Perform basic laboratory testing for soils, concrete, masonry and asphalt construction materials.
- Write Daily Field Reports - daily reports summarizing construction activity and documenting the work performed for that day. Specifically noting if any actions were deviations from the project requirements, plans, or specifications.
- Meet and follow all project safety requirements
- Travel to and from job site
- Maintain equipment in a clean and organized manner including calibration to industry codes
- Raised level of expertise with ICC certifications
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- High school diploma or GED, required. Bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred
- Special Inspector is designation for each level of certification including: Special Inspector General Requirements, Reinforced Concrete, Structural Masonry, Spray-applied Fireproofing Codes and Plans, Prestress Concrete, Tall Mass Timber Buildings, Soils, Structural Steel and Bolting, Structural Welding
- Thoroughbred will provide training if you are willing to aggressively pursue certifications
- Communication Skills - work independently but also function as part of a team, requires strong verbal communication skills; required good written communication skills to create daily reports
- Physical ability - regularly lift heavy materials and equipment
- Computer skills - use computers to write reports using software programs
- Mathematics – use mathematical skills to verify measurements and study blueprints.
