Building Construction Inspector - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting is seeking a Construction Inspector for a project in conjunction with the federal government. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with vertical construction building security upgrades such as card readers and door upgrades. The ideal candidate will review blueprints, monitor construction progress, examine interior/exterior work, utilizing survey instruments to verify completed work, taking photographs and maintaining a log. Procon Consulting operates as an owner's representative throughout the United States for government construction projects. We specialize in capital improvement projects in government construction & engineering. All candidates must meet the following skills and qualifications Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience inspecting all phases/aspects of a vertical construction project.
• Bachelor or Master level Architecture, Engineering, or Construction (AEC) degree.
• Government project experience.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide inspection services on a variety of construction projects.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects effectively, to manage cost control systems, review and analyze plans, facilitate the bidding/negotiations/buyout process with a general contractor, review all forms (bidding, construction, or other) of requests for information (RFIs), examine and negotiate change orders, and review and comment on submittals.
• Versed in jurisdictional and architectural design requirements, applicable codes, as well as all associated development/construction due diligence reporting.
• Skilled in budgeting and scheduling with strong verbal and writing skills.
• High degree of demonstrated organizational skills and problemsolving ability.
• Respect for details and the ability to execute at a high level with significant independence.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks to achieve project goals.
• Business acumen, demonstrated by understanding of business implications of decisions; understanding of construction costs, knowledge of market and availability of competition.
• Knowledge of safety practices in the construction industry that indicates experience with OSHA safety requirements on construction projects.
• Superior negotiating skills.
• Leadership skills, demonstrated by confidence in self and others, ability to inspire and motivate others to perform well and ability to effectively influence actions and opinions of others.
• Problem solving expertise, demonstrated by identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with others to solve complex issues.
• Interpersonal skills, demonstrated by considering and responding appropriately to the needs and capabilities of different people in different situations, tactfulness, treating others with respect and relating effectively to others.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; scheduling software such as MS Project, Primavera, or other Management Information Systems.
• Knowledgeable in sustainable efforts and programs such as LEED accreditation.