Construction Inspector - 028

Company: U.S. Facilities, Inc.
Location: Hampton
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

U.S. Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management service, is seeking a Senior Construction Inspector.The Construction Inspector - Senior (CI-S) shall monitor the work of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects of moderate to considerable complexity; provide contractor escort/liaison support; publish regular activity reports and progress documentation; and fulfill other duties as assigned by the VDOT Facility Manager, VDOT Area Operations Engineer, VDOT Maintenance Manager and/or U.S. Facilities (USF) Management.Features of the Work:Promotes project safety for workers, visitors, and the publicReviews, processes, and makes recommendations to contract submittalsMonitors contractor operations and schedules to ensure compliance withcontract terms and specificationsFacilitates multiple phases of construction inspection of projects, which are typically complicated by extensive traffic control, sensitive to the public, environmentally challenging, or require significant project coordination with property owners, utility companies, or local/federal government representativesInspects, tests, measures, and monitors contract field work to include environmental controls, demolitions, earthwork, drainage facilities, utilities, roadway structures, paving operations, structure and bridges, incidental items, roadside development, materials, traffic and work zone controls, and intelligent transportation systems for compliance with contract documentsReviews and monitors contractor''s plan of operations, advises contractor of deficiencies and identifies acceptable adjustments and corrective actionsReports contractor''s daily production ratesCoordinates and schedules various phases of inspection with the contractor, project and VDOT personnelTakes and records field measurements for as-built information, quantity calculations and sketches, and to effect contractor paymentReviews lines, grades, dimensions, and elevations using standard survey and field engineering equipment (if specifically assigned and authorized with the use of VDOT-procured equipment)Assists Construction Manager and VDOT Area Operations Engineer with contractor evaluations, as assignedPrepares and maintains comprehensive project records, including daily diaries, materials notebooks, as-built plans, progress schedules, work orders, and monthly pay estimatesEvaluates field conditions and makes non-engineering recommendations/adjustments to overcome plan discrepancies and projects project completionFulfills other any work-related duties as assigned by supervisors.Knowledge:Applicants shall have a minimum of five (5) years of highway construction inspection experience. Additionally, the Construction Inspector - Senior shall have a comprehensive knowledge of:Roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance/repair/rehabilitation methods, materials, standards, and specificationsVDOT Road and Bridge Specifications, Road and Bridge Standards, Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, Construction Manual, Inspection Manual, Manual for Uniform Traffic Control Devices, the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual and any references incorporated thereinConstruction plans, symbols, and terminologyState and federal environmental, and safety guidelines and regulationsMathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometrySkills:Operating computer equipment, software programs and field inspection equipment including Site Manager (if provided by VDOT), Google and Microsoft Office suite softwareCompetency and/or general familiarity with survey, nuclear density, materials, and other field testing and measuring equipment (if specifically assigned and authorized with the use of VDOT-procured equipment)Abilities:Communicates effectively, both orally and in writingReads and interprets roadway, structure and bridge plans and specificationApplies mathematical formulas and equations to calculate distances, areas, and volumesIdentifies and recommends appropriate field adjustments; refer engineering changes for appropriate review and actionPrepares correspondence to communicate with VDOT and contractor personnelMaintains detailed recordsPerforms and documents required materials testingCommunicates with the VDOT and contractor personnelMaterials Testing and General Inspection CertificationsVDOT may require this position to possess various combinations of material testing and general inspection certifications throughout the life of this contract. When a task is assigned requiring specific certifications, the CI-S will be required to possess (or demonstrate that they will acquire within a reasonable, approved timeline) all certifications necessary to perform the required inspections. Employer reimbursement for attainment or renewal of certifications in connection with this position will be considered on a case-by-case basis. A summary of prospective certifications is provided on the table below:CertificationIssuing AgencySoil and Aggregate CompactionVDOT or NICET LEVEL II*Asphalt Field Level I & IIVDOTHydraulic Cement Concrete FieldVDOT or NICET LEVEL II*Pavement MarkingVDOTSlurry SurfacingVDOTSurface TreatmentVDOTFlagger CertificationVDOTCertification for Erosion and Sediment Control InspectionVirginia DEQNuclear Gauge Safety TrainingNRC**Recognized ProviderStormwater Management (Inspector) CertificationVirginia DEQIntermediate Work Zone Traffic ControlVDOT Approved Provider10 Hour OSHA Safety TrainingOSHA30 Hour OSHA Safety TrainingOSHAGRIT (Guardrail Certification)VDOT*As of 2013, VDOT Materials Division no longer recognizes Mid-Atlantic Regional Technician Certification Program (MARTCP) certifications; current VDOT Letters of Reciprocity will remain valid until the expiration of the MARTCP or state DOT certification that the letter is based on. VDOT Materials Division will start recognizing NICET Level II Certifications in Soils and Concrete.** Nuclear Regulatory CommissionMaterials Sampling and Testing EquipmentRequired materials testing equipment shall be furnished by VDOT (if specifically assigned and authorized for the exclusive use of VDOT) or obtained through alternate procurements approved by VDOT. Material testing equipment acquired in connection with this position will remain the property of VDOT and shall be returned to VDOT custody at completion of the work.The Construction Inspector - Senior (CI-S) will be responsible for documenting proper licensure for equipment and personnel operating equipment when licenses are required. The CI-S shall make the license and supporting documentation available to VDOT for verification upon request. The handling of nuclear gauges shall follow all legal requirements and licensure.Material testing equipment relevant to this position may include but shall not be limited to soil/aggregate compaction kit, speedy moisture kit, proctor mold, proctor hammer, gas stove, pans and spoons, scales, 10'' straight edge, sand cone device, slump cone, air meters, non-contact thermometer and 4'' level. Any testing device that will be used for acceptance/rejection of materials will need evidence of calibration in accordance with the applicable ASTM, AASHTO, or VTM Test Method being performed and AASHTO R18. All hand tools necessary for inspection services shall be supplied by VDOT (if specifically assigned and authorized for the exclusive use of VDOT) or obtained through alternate procurements approved by VDOT.by Jobble

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