Special Inspector - Construction Materials Testing

Job Description

Special Inspector - Construction - Miami, Florida

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Special Inspector to join our Building & Construction team in Miami, FL . This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

About the Building & Construction Team

Intertek's Building & Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of your new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Special Inspector is responsible for performing field inspections and construction materials testing as needed to ensure conformance with construction plans and specifications. The inspector is also responsible for preparing inspection daily reports and testing data sheets.

What you'll do:

• Performs a variety of testing, project-specific observations, and inspection duties under general supervision.
• Operates testing equipment and conducts testing, (example: Soil, concrete, or other) and provides an assessment of data through reporting
• Works utilizing drawings, specifications, and diagrams
• Uses specific methods to observe site activities and perform tasks
• Reads and Interprets Plans and Specifications
• Maintains and calibrates standard equipment
• Performs complex assignments
• Attends project meetings
• Makes detailed observations and gives the interpretation of results
• Maintains detailed documentation and data from test results
• Operates a calculator to calculate mathematical test results
• Communicates effectively with client and project teams
• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience is required
• External (or task related) certifications may be required based on region and state.
• Must have Basic Math, Calculator and Computer Skills
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication
• Must be able to read and understand work plans
• Must be able to work off shifts and overtime
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record (required)

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering preferred
• ACI/ICC/PTI Certifications are highly desired
  • ACI level I
  • ACI Concrete Construction Special Inspector
  • ICC Reinforcing Steel inspector
  • ICC Reinforced Concrete Masonry Inspector
  • ICC Soil Inspector
  • PTI Certified Post-Tension Inspector Level 1 & 2

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

About Us

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

About the Team

The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.