Construction Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Project Control, a subsidiary of Raba Kistner, is a Program and Project Management firm. Our purpose is to build a better and more sustainable world for our employees, their families, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our Core Values are:

• Community "We care for our communities"
• Integrity "We act with integrity"
• Passion "We infuse passion into everything we do"
• Quality "We believe quality comes from a culture of innovation and continuous improvement"
• Growth "We dedicate ourselves to personal and business growth"

We are seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to join our Project Control team in Laredo , T X . Assist the Project Manager, Sr. Project Manager and/or Director to extend the clients and owners project management capabilities in the design and construction phases of buildings, infrastructure and facilities. Will work on an entire range of project activities from start to finish as appropriate (construction, start-up, acceptance and turn over, and close out). Utilize project management tools, techniques, procedures, and processes, with the goal of meeting or exceeding project objectives. Monitor and report to Project Control’s Senior Project Manager regarding construction progress relative to verification of the contractors’ progress as compared to the contractors’ published schedules and quality control.

• Conduct inspections for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and architectural building systems as the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
• Collaborate on solutions and interface with owner and leadership to articulate project status/build and maintain relationships.
• Represent the Company and participate in owner events as needed.
• Advocate for the owner and make recommendations to the owner as it relates to the owner’s best interests.
• Assist Project Manager/Senior Project Manager with development of project requirements, budgets and schedules.
• Facilitate Project Control developed project plan.
• Assist with development of project quality plan including quality control and quality assurance during design, construction, and commissioning.
• Assist in the selection criteria for design/construction resources and assists in evaluations and negotiations.
• Represent the client/owner as requested in all meetings.
• Assist with furniture fixtures/equipment requirements and coordination for incorporation in the project.
• Review project drawings and specifications.
• Provide comments if requested to Project Controls Senior Project Manager concerning contractor’s construction GMAC pricing, propose subcontractor buy-outs, RFI’s, change order pricing, and submittal status/ reports.
• Monitor scope, schedule, budget and quality for variance and corrective actions.
• Provide timely inspection reports and notices to all stakeholders
• Keep Direct Report informed on project status, risk issues and corrective actions.
• Understand, adhere and participate in the Raba Kistner Health and Safety and BBS Programs and set a good safety example.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Five (5) years’ experience in construction management.
• Posses a current valid state issued drivers and meet company's auto insurability requirements.

Good oral and written communications skills and ability to work in teams at different levels within the organization. Intermediate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Must be self-motivated with good attendance record. Able to lead and make decisions. Able to predict, resolve, and/or avoid future problems. Must be able to work flexible hours.

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, stop, and talk. Occasionally required to lift and/or move 75 pounds. Occasionally required to drive vehicle short and/or long distances. Frequently required to use hands and reach. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, color vision, peripheral vision, focus vision and depth vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Potential exposure to movement of heavy equipment on construction or roadway sites; potential exposure to hazardous dangerous chemicals and solvents, noise, dust, fumes, grease and oils, radiant and electrical energy, and vibration; all of which would require employee to follow proper safety procedures and utilize appropriate protective equipment.

This position may require protracted or irregular hours. Flexibility to work irregular hours is necessary due to client needs.

EOE/Disabled/Veteran
Drug Free Workplace