Lead Inspector/RE - Highway/Bridge/Drainage/Utilities - Fargo, ND

DESCRIPTION

The Lead Construction Inspector or Resident Engineer will serve as a key member of the firm's growing construction management discipline by working as an employee of the Minneapolis office on inspection projects throughout Minnesota and surrounding states. The successful candidate will perform oversight and take the lead on testing and inspection services on road or bridge projects for a variety of public and private clients. Between field assignments, this position may involve design tasks such as constructability reviews of plans for upcoming projects as well as assisting technical staff during plan preparation.

??? Inspect construction crews' work to ensure compliance with the contract documents including plans and specifications on active construction contracts

??? Identify and inform the project engineer or project supervisor of observed problems

??? Work with supervisor to address public and contractor questions

??? Make measurements and observations of work being performed to ensure accurate quantities are tracked for completed work

??? Monitor material testing needs, and perform various material tests when needed

??? Electronically document pay quantities, material requirements, and contractor staff in regular work reports

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED; Associate Degree in Construction Technology or related field of study is preferred
• 10+ years of construction management and inspection experience
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred, not required
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Ability to pass a background check
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Good interpersonal, communication, and conceptual thinking skills
• Possess strong math skills, including algebra and geometry for determining areas and volumes
• Willingness to commute to construction projects in varying locations, work in all weather conditions, varying shifts, and possibly weekends
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work independently for periods of time
• Ability to prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines
• Attention to detail and effective decision making and organizational skills
• Ability to provide support to local office, as well as availability to occasionally travel to other offices