Construction Inspector 2 - Transmission - First Tek, Inc.
Vancouver, WA 98666
About the Job
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Note: All official drafts, documents, and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized, and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so.
Complete tasks as outlined below in support of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and/or Contracting Officer (CO):
Work interactively with other Construction Control Representatives, Construction Managers, COs, CORs, Quality Assurance Representatives (QARs), Program Managers, Project Managers, Design Engineers, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Acquisition Analysts, BPA Environmental personnel, Regional Natural Resource Specialists, Realty Specialists, Estimators, Regional Representatives and others within and outside of BPA to verify that work is within scope, meets minimum requirements, and negotiated interests as detailed in applicable, associated contracts / scopes of work (SOWs).
Perform quality assurance services designated by the Construction Manager, which include:
Review requests for information (RFI) to provide technical information contained within the Contract Documents for incorporation into the RFI response; or provide contextual clarity to the SME to aid in getting the RFI answered.
Review change order requests for accurate time and material reporting, providing feedback to the COR on typical production rates and crew/equipment needs to verify fair and reasonable equitable adjustment.
Review submittals to verify that the administrative actions or furnished material/equipment are being incorporated into the project.
Recommend progress payments/retainage based on submitted percentage complete including reporting as built documentation.
Review drawings, specifications, standards, and contract clauses to understand expectations for quality, completeness, and conformance to contract requirements and specifications; relating information to appropriate COR.
Monitor schedules to verify appropriate progress is being made.
Review contractor quality control (QC) documentation to verify that it conforms to the submitted quality control plan.
Review contractor testing documentation to verify it conforms to the contract requirements prior to submission (e.g., rock, concrete, footing setting, sagging, fiber optic, etc.).
Recommend changes to the contract that will improve clarity of expectations, and/or design intent (e.g., placement of drainage features, tower leg extension adjustments, recommendations to design changes due to differing site conditions, etc.).
Monitor contractor progress to validate critical path materials are on schedule and contractor is performing quality control responsibilities.
Coordinate and attend project meetings (e.g., contractor site tour, DFOW QC).
Monitor environmental compliance as required in the mitigation implementation table (MIT) (e.g. timing restrictions, travel restrictions, matting, restoration, storm water management, spill response, etc.). Alert the BPA manager or other authorized federal personnel of any compliance issues.
Monitor safety compliance as required (e.g., SP, federal and/or state OSHA, BPA work standards, etc.). Alert the BPA manager or other authorized federal personnel of any compliance issues.
Coordinate responses for identified landowner issues and work with state and local agencies as the BPA site liaison to facilitate communication and compliance (e.g., cultural/tribal monitors, DNR, ODFW, ODF, BOR, USACE, fire jurisdictions, etc.).
Attend pre-bid site tours to aid in understanding project requirements.
Prior to the notice to proceed, obtain and review necessary contract documents (e.g., Contractor Safety and Health Clause (CSHC), Safety Plan (SP), Communication Plan (CP), Contract, CDB, Master Specifications, Supplemental Specifications, BPA Work Standards and Guides, etc.) to understand what work the contractor should accomplish. Forward questions regarding work scope and standards to COR as soon as they are identified ideally in advance of scheduled work.
For each project, verify that the CP, SP, and Contractor Safety and Health Requirements for Prime and Subcontractors (CSHRPS) are physically posted as applicable per project requirements (i.e. contractor job trailer, operators' desk, etc.)
Attend construction kick-off meeting(s) held either onsite or in the BPA offices.
Attend daily job briefing/tailboard meeting for contract work. Recommend improvements to details in contractor task hazard analysis.
Prior to each Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) activity, review the contractor's Task Hazard Analysis; verify there are appropriate safety barriers. Refer to project contract for additional DFOW requirements.
Provide contractor personnel with access to the facilities for pre-bid site tours, following all escorting procedures and requirements, including specific requirements for Foreign National workers, as applicable.
Use the Construction Administration and Information System (CAIS) as applicable to review and submit contract correspondence. This includes review Requests for Information (RFI) and submittals so that BPA is communicating a consistent message to our project contractors.
Review contractor Daily Report for completeness and accuracy before vendor submission to Procore (submitted electronically via the CAIS or BPA Form 6410.11e).
Complete Daily Field Report and submit to the COR (submitted electronically via the CAIS or BPA Form 6410.11e) daily or at the discretion of the COR. Daily reports require the inclusion of pictures to properly describe the work accomplished. Document contractor safety performance noting discussions held with contractor specific to task hazard analysis. Document work site locations (e.g., mile, station, structure number, room, etc.), work performed by contractor and perform quality assurance observations (including applicable drawing and specification references).
Keep COR informed of where the contractor crews are working and the general work plans, especially if / when plans change.
Communicate with COR when coordination and/or clarification is needed between the contractor and other BPA Construction, Operations, or Maintenance groups, or other contractors.
As requested, participate in weekly conference calls to schedule inspection work and/or check in with COR.
Inspect work performed by the contractor for quality, completeness, and conformance to contract requirements; document (report) findings and observations; sign and forward field inspection reports to COR for consideration / use in determining acceptance of the work. Provide input and technical recommendations to COR whether the work is compliant to contract requirements. As requested by CO/COR, meet with contractor regarding non-conforming work product(s) and expected corrective actions.
Record open construction or safety issues and track resolution.
When field modifications are required to the contract, work with COR and contractor to complete the Modification of Contract (submitted electronically via the CAIS or BPA Form 4220.06e). Review modification requests document of any/all work being performed by the contractor with time and material pricing. Written or verbal authorization must be given by COR or CO before the modified work plan can officially proceed. (Verbal authorization must be followed up in writing by the CO.)
When acting as lead inspector or surveillance on a project, coordinate and recommend appropriate resource level of QAR to adequately cover project. Communicate to COR the recommendations of appropriate staffing levels for Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) coverage. Mentor QARs to maintain consistent inspection processes.
Prior to earth disturbing activities, facilitate discussion of stewardship and compliance by emphasizing mitigation, training, and coordination required by contract. Prior to construction travel in affected areas, coordinate joint meeting between contractor and BPA's Pollution, Prevention, & Abatement representative to delineate sensitive area boundaries.
Work on other construction project related tasks including delivering material, performing constructability review, conforming as-built drawings, maintaining construction trailers and vehicles, as requested by the BPA Construction Manager or Project Manager.
Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.
Material Monitoring (for Procure Construct (PC) and Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) contracts):
Monitor activities and the contractor's "quality control plan to verify it is followed; promptly alert COR / CO if non-conformance concerns arise.
Conduct random audits of contractor performed factory inspection documentation.
Review factory generated test data, promptly alert COR/CO of any concerns or inconsistencies
Inform COR / CO of issues/concerns with material; as requested by COR/CO, work with BPA engineers on material issues.
Safety/Hazard Prevention:
Inspectors are authorized to halt a work activity for imminent dangers that may result in personal injury or property damage. Immediately report situation to BPA Manager, BPA Safety Office, and BPA Construction Manager.
Review job briefing notes for compliance with contract requirements; verify that the BPA clearance holder conducts the clearance safety briefing.
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)
A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
A bachelor's degree in any field is preferred.
With a degree, 5 yrs of previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience in construction is required.
Without a degree, 9 years of previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience in construction is required.
Experience should be directly related to Building Construction, Building Inspection, and Site civil construction inspection.
Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)
Knowledge of requirements associated with OSHA 1910.269.
Technical experience that has provided a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional applications of engineering techniques related to the field of construction.
Experience demonstrating a solid understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to different branches of engineering.
Ability to use computer, camera, telephone, and BPA VHF radio in the field.
Demonstrated experience with the following:
Safety Standards
Electrical Principles
Grounding Principles and Ground Potential Rise hazards
Rigging
Load Securement (DOT)
Erosion Sediment Control
Spill Prevention Control and Counter Measures (SPCC)
Identifying confined space hazards
Identifying exposed live parts from other parts of electric equipment
Identifying nominal voltage of exposed live parts
Identifying minimum approach distances corresponding to the voltages
Identifying proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on or near exposed energized parts of electric equipment
Reading and interpreting Contracts, Construction Drawings and Specifications.
Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)
Knowledge of Site Civil Engineering Infrastructure Construction
Knowledge of Construction Practices involved in Site development, Transmission, Substation, Telecommunication, and Non-Electric Facilities
Electronic technician work experience preferred. Knowledge of test equipment is recommended to confirm the tests are being properly executed.
Transmission Lines and non-Electric Plant Construction experience
Construction and inspection experience specifically outlined in the inspection tasks below:
Pioneering roads (i.e., excavating, grading, culvert and various water management or outfalls)
Utilize baselines and detailed topographic drawings for locations
Potholing for Underground Utilities
Site Blasting
Rock Crushing
Surveying
Drainage
Identification of imported materials
Transmission Lines Construction Experience
Footings (i.e., grillage, direct embed, drilled shaft, spread, etc.)
Wood pole construction (i.e., handling, setting, drilling, etc.)
Light Duty Steel Construction
Engineered Steel Construction (i.e., lattice, tubular)
Assembly of steel including jacking of components
Crane Erection
Helicopter construction (e.g., erecting transmission structures, stringing sockline, material delivery, etc.)
Hardware installation
Stringing and Sagging Principles
Fiber Optic Construction Experience
Special handling requirements for OPGW and ADSS
Splicing, Termination and Testing
Vault installation
Substation Construction Experience
Grounding systems including ground rods, exothermic welds
Trench and Conduit installed Cable
Foundations (i.e., spread footings, drilled shafts)
Structural supports (i.e., pedestals, lattice, tubular, etc.)
Bus Work
Knowledge of CAD welding
Installation of indoor and outdoor cable
Installation of switchyard surfacing
Installation of control and relay racks, or rack segments, including wiring interconnections
Installation and testing of backup generation (e.g., generators and batteries)
Test and Energization
Telecommunication Construction Experience
Underground directional boring
Antenna, Ice shield, ice bridge and waveguide installations
Antenna alignment
Rack installation
Wiring and Installation of communications equipment
Communications battery installation and testing
Install rigid waveguide and test antenna systems for proper propagation characteristics
Test communications systems including fiber and radio, Network management alarm systems, multiplex, data and voice commutations terminations.
Non-Electric Construction Experience
Practices typical of commercial construction
Installation of utilities (i.e., direct bury, conduit and OH)
Foundations, Framing (i.e., wood , steel), Masonry, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Suppression, Security Systems
Commissioning and Testing and Balancing of Systems
Civil Site Development Experience
Logging and Clearing land, including grubbing and low impact logging techniques when working in environmentally sensitive areas.
Knowledge / experience sufficient to use inspector tools (e.g., theodolite) and to observe and validate appropriate/correct use of electronic test gear.
Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)
Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.
Note: All official drafts, documents, and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized, and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so.
Complete tasks as outlined below in support of the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and/or Contracting Officer (CO):
Work interactively with other Construction Control Representatives, Construction Managers, COs, CORs, Quality Assurance Representatives (QARs), Program Managers, Project Managers, Design Engineers, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Acquisition Analysts, BPA Environmental personnel, Regional Natural Resource Specialists, Realty Specialists, Estimators, Regional Representatives and others within and outside of BPA to verify that work is within scope, meets minimum requirements, and negotiated interests as detailed in applicable, associated contracts / scopes of work (SOWs).
Perform quality assurance services designated by the Construction Manager, which include:
Review requests for information (RFI) to provide technical information contained within the Contract Documents for incorporation into the RFI response; or provide contextual clarity to the SME to aid in getting the RFI answered.
Review change order requests for accurate time and material reporting, providing feedback to the COR on typical production rates and crew/equipment needs to verify fair and reasonable equitable adjustment.
Review submittals to verify that the administrative actions or furnished material/equipment are being incorporated into the project.
Recommend progress payments/retainage based on submitted percentage complete including reporting as built documentation.
Review drawings, specifications, standards, and contract clauses to understand expectations for quality, completeness, and conformance to contract requirements and specifications; relating information to appropriate COR.
Monitor schedules to verify appropriate progress is being made.
Review contractor quality control (QC) documentation to verify that it conforms to the submitted quality control plan.
Review contractor testing documentation to verify it conforms to the contract requirements prior to submission (e.g., rock, concrete, footing setting, sagging, fiber optic, etc.).
Recommend changes to the contract that will improve clarity of expectations, and/or design intent (e.g., placement of drainage features, tower leg extension adjustments, recommendations to design changes due to differing site conditions, etc.).
Monitor contractor progress to validate critical path materials are on schedule and contractor is performing quality control responsibilities.
Coordinate and attend project meetings (e.g., contractor site tour, DFOW QC).
Monitor environmental compliance as required in the mitigation implementation table (MIT) (e.g. timing restrictions, travel restrictions, matting, restoration, storm water management, spill response, etc.). Alert the BPA manager or other authorized federal personnel of any compliance issues.
Monitor safety compliance as required (e.g., SP, federal and/or state OSHA, BPA work standards, etc.). Alert the BPA manager or other authorized federal personnel of any compliance issues.
Coordinate responses for identified landowner issues and work with state and local agencies as the BPA site liaison to facilitate communication and compliance (e.g., cultural/tribal monitors, DNR, ODFW, ODF, BOR, USACE, fire jurisdictions, etc.).
Attend pre-bid site tours to aid in understanding project requirements.
Prior to the notice to proceed, obtain and review necessary contract documents (e.g., Contractor Safety and Health Clause (CSHC), Safety Plan (SP), Communication Plan (CP), Contract, CDB, Master Specifications, Supplemental Specifications, BPA Work Standards and Guides, etc.) to understand what work the contractor should accomplish. Forward questions regarding work scope and standards to COR as soon as they are identified ideally in advance of scheduled work.
For each project, verify that the CP, SP, and Contractor Safety and Health Requirements for Prime and Subcontractors (CSHRPS) are physically posted as applicable per project requirements (i.e. contractor job trailer, operators' desk, etc.)
Attend construction kick-off meeting(s) held either onsite or in the BPA offices.
Attend daily job briefing/tailboard meeting for contract work. Recommend improvements to details in contractor task hazard analysis.
Prior to each Definable Feature of Work (DFOW) activity, review the contractor's Task Hazard Analysis; verify there are appropriate safety barriers. Refer to project contract for additional DFOW requirements.
Provide contractor personnel with access to the facilities for pre-bid site tours, following all escorting procedures and requirements, including specific requirements for Foreign National workers, as applicable.
Use the Construction Administration and Information System (CAIS) as applicable to review and submit contract correspondence. This includes review Requests for Information (RFI) and submittals so that BPA is communicating a consistent message to our project contractors.
Review contractor Daily Report for completeness and accuracy before vendor submission to Procore (submitted electronically via the CAIS or BPA Form 6410.11e).
Complete Daily Field Report and submit to the COR (submitted electronically via the CAIS or BPA Form 6410.11e) daily or at the discretion of the COR. Daily reports require the inclusion of pictures to properly describe the work accomplished. Document contractor safety performance noting discussions held with contractor specific to task hazard analysis. Document work site locations (e.g., mile, station, structure number, room, etc.), work performed by contractor and perform quality assurance observations (including applicable drawing and specification references).
Keep COR informed of where the contractor crews are working and the general work plans, especially if / when plans change.
Communicate with COR when coordination and/or clarification is needed between the contractor and other BPA Construction, Operations, or Maintenance groups, or other contractors.
As requested, participate in weekly conference calls to schedule inspection work and/or check in with COR.
Inspect work performed by the contractor for quality, completeness, and conformance to contract requirements; document (report) findings and observations; sign and forward field inspection reports to COR for consideration / use in determining acceptance of the work. Provide input and technical recommendations to COR whether the work is compliant to contract requirements. As requested by CO/COR, meet with contractor regarding non-conforming work product(s) and expected corrective actions.
Record open construction or safety issues and track resolution.
When field modifications are required to the contract, work with COR and contractor to complete the Modification of Contract (submitted electronically via the CAIS or BPA Form 4220.06e). Review modification requests document of any/all work being performed by the contractor with time and material pricing. Written or verbal authorization must be given by COR or CO before the modified work plan can officially proceed. (Verbal authorization must be followed up in writing by the CO.)
When acting as lead inspector or surveillance on a project, coordinate and recommend appropriate resource level of QAR to adequately cover project. Communicate to COR the recommendations of appropriate staffing levels for Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) coverage. Mentor QARs to maintain consistent inspection processes.
Prior to earth disturbing activities, facilitate discussion of stewardship and compliance by emphasizing mitigation, training, and coordination required by contract. Prior to construction travel in affected areas, coordinate joint meeting between contractor and BPA's Pollution, Prevention, & Abatement representative to delineate sensitive area boundaries.
Work on other construction project related tasks including delivering material, performing constructability review, conforming as-built drawings, maintaining construction trailers and vehicles, as requested by the BPA Construction Manager or Project Manager.
Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.
Material Monitoring (for Procure Construct (PC) and Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) contracts):
Monitor activities and the contractor's "quality control plan to verify it is followed; promptly alert COR / CO if non-conformance concerns arise.
Conduct random audits of contractor performed factory inspection documentation.
Review factory generated test data, promptly alert COR/CO of any concerns or inconsistencies
Inform COR / CO of issues/concerns with material; as requested by COR/CO, work with BPA engineers on material issues.
Safety/Hazard Prevention:
Inspectors are authorized to halt a work activity for imminent dangers that may result in personal injury or property damage. Immediately report situation to BPA Manager, BPA Safety Office, and BPA Construction Manager.
Review job briefing notes for compliance with contract requirements; verify that the BPA clearance holder conducts the clearance safety briefing.
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)
A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
A bachelor's degree in any field is preferred.
With a degree, 5 yrs of previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience in construction is required.
Without a degree, 9 years of previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience in construction is required.
Experience should be directly related to Building Construction, Building Inspection, and Site civil construction inspection.
Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)
Knowledge of requirements associated with OSHA 1910.269.
Technical experience that has provided a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional applications of engineering techniques related to the field of construction.
Experience demonstrating a solid understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to different branches of engineering.
Ability to use computer, camera, telephone, and BPA VHF radio in the field.
Demonstrated experience with the following:
Safety Standards
Electrical Principles
Grounding Principles and Ground Potential Rise hazards
Rigging
Load Securement (DOT)
Erosion Sediment Control
Spill Prevention Control and Counter Measures (SPCC)
Identifying confined space hazards
Identifying exposed live parts from other parts of electric equipment
Identifying nominal voltage of exposed live parts
Identifying minimum approach distances corresponding to the voltages
Identifying proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on or near exposed energized parts of electric equipment
Reading and interpreting Contracts, Construction Drawings and Specifications.
Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)
Knowledge of Site Civil Engineering Infrastructure Construction
Knowledge of Construction Practices involved in Site development, Transmission, Substation, Telecommunication, and Non-Electric Facilities
Electronic technician work experience preferred. Knowledge of test equipment is recommended to confirm the tests are being properly executed.
Transmission Lines and non-Electric Plant Construction experience
Construction and inspection experience specifically outlined in the inspection tasks below:
Pioneering roads (i.e., excavating, grading, culvert and various water management or outfalls)
Utilize baselines and detailed topographic drawings for locations
Potholing for Underground Utilities
Site Blasting
Rock Crushing
Surveying
Drainage
Identification of imported materials
Transmission Lines Construction Experience
Footings (i.e., grillage, direct embed, drilled shaft, spread, etc.)
Wood pole construction (i.e., handling, setting, drilling, etc.)
Light Duty Steel Construction
Engineered Steel Construction (i.e., lattice, tubular)
Assembly of steel including jacking of components
Crane Erection
Helicopter construction (e.g., erecting transmission structures, stringing sockline, material delivery, etc.)
Hardware installation
Stringing and Sagging Principles
Fiber Optic Construction Experience
Special handling requirements for OPGW and ADSS
Splicing, Termination and Testing
Vault installation
Substation Construction Experience
Grounding systems including ground rods, exothermic welds
Trench and Conduit installed Cable
Foundations (i.e., spread footings, drilled shafts)
Structural supports (i.e., pedestals, lattice, tubular, etc.)
Bus Work
Knowledge of CAD welding
Installation of indoor and outdoor cable
Installation of switchyard surfacing
Installation of control and relay racks, or rack segments, including wiring interconnections
Installation and testing of backup generation (e.g., generators and batteries)
Test and Energization
Telecommunication Construction Experience
Underground directional boring
Antenna, Ice shield, ice bridge and waveguide installations
Antenna alignment
Rack installation
Wiring and Installation of communications equipment
Communications battery installation and testing
Install rigid waveguide and test antenna systems for proper propagation characteristics
Test communications systems including fiber and radio, Network management alarm systems, multiplex, data and voice commutations terminations.
Non-Electric Construction Experience
Practices typical of commercial construction
Installation of utilities (i.e., direct bury, conduit and OH)
Foundations, Framing (i.e., wood , steel), Masonry, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, Fire Suppression, Security Systems
Commissioning and Testing and Balancing of Systems
Civil Site Development Experience
Logging and Clearing land, including grubbing and low impact logging techniques when working in environmentally sensitive areas.
Knowledge / experience sufficient to use inspector tools (e.g., theodolite) and to observe and validate appropriate/correct use of electronic test gear.
Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)
Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.
Source : First Tek, Inc.