Senior Construction Inspector

Senior Construction Inspector

Edinburg, TX, United States

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hill International is seeking a Sr Construction Inspector in Edinburg, Texas

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct daily observation of construction work for compliance with approved contract drawings, specifications, Requests For Information (RFIs), Change Orders, and approved submittals and shop drawings

Issue observation reports noting conditions of non-compliance, with proper references to detailed drawings and specifications sections. Project portfolio: 1 project, average value $10M - $50M

Attend early morning, evening, or after-hours installations (ex: concrete pours) requiring owner representation. Flexible hours required for construction observations

Maintain and organize on-site project documentation, including inspection and test reports, RFI's, Architect's Supplemental Instructions (ASIs) documents, project change control documents, etc.

Review and confirm/modify approve monthly contractor payment applications

Survey construction progress to confirm percent complete by trades

Coordinate and monitor material testing, air balance testing, and systems testing

Monitor commissioning process, including equipment testing, functional performance tests and building integration of inter-related systems

Monitor deficiency logs to assure follow up of re-testing and system performance

Assist the Project Manager and/or the Resident Construction Manager (RCM) in resolving construction issues involving architectural, civil, structural, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical issues.

Draft Field Directives and field orders for RCM approval where needed to expedite the work and document direction given to contractor

Confirm pricing with R.S. Means or other specified cost estimating tools

Attend pre-construction meeting and regular onsite construction meetings

Facilitate pre-installation meetings between contractor and subcontractors prior to start of roofing, glazing, pre-cast panels, curtain wall, waterproofing, foundations, structural framing, and other systems as required by specifications

Coordinate with campus facilities and operations when utility outages, noise control, traffic control or security are required by the work.

Attend pre-outage planning meetings

Monitor project close-out procedures, including O&M manuals, as-builts, punchlists, and warranty walk-through.

Issue punchlists for above ceiling, open wall and Substantial Completion inspections, and revisit to confirm completion of deficiencies

Monitor and document job site safety, StormWater Pollution Protection Plan (SWPPP) Best Management Practices & posted notifications, and follow-up on correction of noted non-compliance by contractor

Maintain SWPPP and Safety inspection files

Stay current in codes and regulations applicable to design and construction, including International building codes, NFPA 101, TDLR, OSHA, ADA, ASHRAE 90.1, SWPPP, and any special requirements of the building type (e.g., healthcare, research labs, special campus project types, etc.) or the local jurisdictions

Interface with and provide support to users and campus operations, architects, engineers, contractors, utilities, regulatory agencies to assist with resolution of conflicts

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma with 5-10 years of experience in commercial, or institutional construction

Certifications through ICC, Quality Assurance, OSHA or other, a plus

Master Plumber, or Texas Licensed Plumbing Inspector, preferred

The salary range for this position is $90,000-$120,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicant's qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.