Chief Construction Inspector at Tectonic Engineering Consultants, Geologists & Land Surveyors, D.P.C.
Glastonbury, CT 06033
About the Job
Tectonic is seeking a full-time Chief Inspector for a ConnDOT project in the Orange, CT area. This is an exciting opportunity for professional growth and advancement within the A/E/C industry!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions of the Chief Inspector position include supervising, coordinating, and tracking the progress of construction projects, assisting and advising inspectors regarding project management, construction, and inspection issues, and alerting supervisors of major or consistent discrepancies. They will also prepare construction documents and records, comply with budget standards, perform inspections as needed, and provide assurance to clients that the project has been constructed in accordance with the contract documents, as well as all related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid CT Professional Engineering License or valid NICET IV certification and a minimum of 5 years of experience in civil, highway, or relevant engineering field with 4 years of inspection experience and 2 years of supervisory experience;
- ConnDOT experience or other DOT experience is required;
- Relevant NETTCP certifications, or the ability to require them within a reasonable time period is a plus;
- Excellent communication skills, both orally and written, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills;
- Ability to prepare correspondence, reports, and recommendations concerning construction issues and to establish and maintain project records;
- Must have the ability to obtain OSHA Safety Certifications as required;
- Understand the fundamentals of necessary inspection codes and requirements in order to carry out testing, and must be detail-oriented;
- Requires a valid, clean driver’s license and personal vehicle to travel to and within project sites, as regular daily travel is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the essential functions of this position, it is frequently necessary to:
- Assume a stationary position,
- Handle, inspect, and/or feel documents, materials and/or equipment relevant to the job;
- Communicate with colleagues, supervisors, and clients using Company email and telephone systems;
- Move around on the job-site, including ascending or descending on the landscape or on a ladder, and positioning oneself appropriately to access necessary testing materials and equipment, usually for prolonged periods of time,
- Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. for some types of monitoring and inspections,
- Good visual skills, including focused depth perception, and
- Regular daily operations of a motor-vehicle, which may require remaining stationary for extended periods of time.
Employees may also be required to undergo substance abuse testing in accordance with project requirements, US DOT Regulations, and/or Company policy. The employee may occasionally be required to operate a computer, as well as other related office machinery, such as calculators, printers, and copy machines.
The physical demands described above are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE
In addition to providing competitive salaries, Tectonic offers a wide range of benefit options, including:
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick and personal
- Company–observed paid holidays
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care
- Commuter benefit plan for public transportation costs
- 401K retirement and profit-sharing plan.
PAY RANGE
Tectonic’s goal is to compensate employees fairly and equitably across all positions Companywide. Our advertised pay ranges are representative of our good faith effort to provide a reasonable anticipated salary range. The offered pay may be outside of the provided salary range based upon the selected candidate’s work location, experience, education, certifications, and capabilities compared to the advertised position.
Pay Range: $65.00 - $75.00 / hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and highly encourage resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected class. Tectonic participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.