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Construction Observation Inspector (Part-Time)

2 days ago

Phoenix

Job Description Ardurra is seeking a Construction Observation Inspector to join our staff in Arizona! This position is open to both part-time and full-time opportunities. Primary Function In this role, the Construction Inspector will observe and inspect various construction sites. Primary Duties Construction observation and inspection duties include, but are not limited to: • Visit construction sites to monitor activities, • Observing compliance to all safety protocols, • Arranging and reviewing material testing results, • Sampling and testing materials (concrete, AB, AC, etc.) as needed, • Determining and documenting quantity of work completed and materials used, • Assist in preparing pay estimates and change orders for construction contracts, • Participate in project meetings to plan and review project progress, • Investigating complaints, • Confer with contractors and the general public to resolve problems with inspections, • Interpret surveying documents; reading plans, maps or graphic instructions, • Communicate projects status and issues to management in a timely manner, • Ensures compliance with jurisdiction specifications and details, such as:, • Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction;, • Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) standard specifications and details for public works construction, • May coordinate-survey requests and staking, • Monitor trenching for alignment, grade, shoring, manhole locations and compaction. Check pipes, valves, and fire hydrants for proper location, type, and operations, • Monitor conflicts with other utilities, coordinate with management, contractor, and utilities to resolve, • Perform pre-construction plan constructability review, including quantities, utility conflicts, specifications, traffic control, and other pertinent information, • Inspect the full range of public works construction projects, including highways, streets, alleys, water and sewer lines, irrigation facilities, storm drains, and permit construction in the public right-of-way, for compliance with standard details, specifications, and approved plans, • Inspect materials, grades, and other work for compliance with standard and special specifications, details, plans, and standard construction practices, • Inspect trench backfill, sub-grade and aggregate base course for grade, compaction, moisture, and preparation for paving, • Complete daily and monthly progress reports, document accepted quantities, and assist in preparing monthly and final pay estimates, • Compute monthly estimates of work completed and recommend payment for contractors, • Monitor the Quality Assurance Plan and call for testing as required, • Train other construction inspectors as needed, • Inspect traffic control barricade set-ups including street, sidewalk or alley restrictions in accordance with the approved Traffic Control Plan, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, or other approved guidance, • Review quantities based on plans and specifications prior to construction, • Record all field changes on field redline drawings and/or confirm contractor field redline drawing accuracy, • Assist in preparing record drawings, • Handle property owners complaints and inquiries on construction activities, • Attend and participate in preconstruction meetings with stakeholders, • Effectively use Microsoft Office Programs, Word, Excel, Outlook, • Represents Ardurra in a manner that demonstrates respect for others, integrity, and a high degree of professionalism, • High school diploma or GED equivalency, • 4+ years’ experience in public works construction inspection work or related field (County or State DOT experience highly desirable), • Valid Arizona Driver’s License with acceptable driving record, • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work, • Must be able to obtain the following certifications within 6 months of employment:, • American Concrete Institute (ACI) Field Testing Technician - Grade I, • Arizona Technical Testing Institute (ATTI) Field Technician Certification, • American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS), • Strong work ethic, • Maintain regular and reliable attendance, • Discipline to be on time, all the time, and meet client deliverables, • Strong verbal communication skills enabling efficient work between clients and contractors, • Written communication skills necessary to write and edit routine reports, • America Public Works Association (APWA) Certification, • American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) Certification, • Pavement Marking Technician (PMT), • Guardrail Installer (GI), • International Code Council (ICC) Certification, • International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Certification, • Roadway Lighting, • Signs and Pavement Markings, • Traffic Signals, • Traffic Signal Inspector, • Work Zone Traffic Control Safety, • National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Certification, • Certification for Materials, Asphalt, Concrete, Soils and Highway Construction While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home. Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates. #LI-LC

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