Utility Inspector

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP

Charles Town, West Virginia

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Acceptance Testing, Administrative Skills, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Concrete, Construction, Construction Control, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Field Trials, Groundskeeping, High School Diploma, Illustrating Ability, Materials Testing, Mathematics, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Physical Demands, Project Tracking, Pumps, Scaffolding, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Systems Administration/Management, Testing, Water Utility

LOCATION

Charles Town, West Virginia

POSTED

1 day ago

Utility InspectorAt Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!We are currently seeking qualified Utility Inspectors for water-sewer utility construction projects in the Charles Town, WV area. Available positions are to serve existing utility and service authority contracts within this region. Projects include large and complex pump stations and smaller task order-based water and sewer system upgrades.The Utility Inspector is responsible for managing and performing daily construction management and inspection services for various types of utility projects and must have significant experience in utility construction, must be proficient at reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and shop drawings as well as overseeing construction document controls and enforcing contract compliance.Responsibilities:Construction managementPerforming field inspection of Contractor's operations to see that they comply with contract documentsInspection of full scope of work, including electrical and mechanical systems, and other equipment associated with pump stations and other similar utility facilities.Preparing daily and weekly reports on work accomplished by Contractor; coordinating and observing materials testing and maintaining testing logsReviewing periodic pay estimates for accuracy with ContractorPreparing sketches and assembling data for Engineer's use in making changes to the project (PCOs)Managing the RFI and Submittal Log, and facilitating the review and response processKeeping diaries and making reports on work accomplished and/or noted deficiencies, performing sophisticated, complicated mathematical calculationsReviewing Contractor schedules including initial CPM and monthly updatesCommunicating effectively with the Engineer, Owner and Owner's operational and field staff on a regular basis, keeping them apprised of field conditions and maintaining active communications and excellent rapport with the Owner and the entire project team throughout the construction processQualifications:High School Diploma or State Equivalency certificate required, Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferredMust have 2-5 years of specific utility construction management and inspection experience on complex utility projectsApplicant must have a valid driver's license and clean driving recordMust have good communication skillsMust have the ability to read/interpret plans and specificationsMust have writing and drawing skills necessary to complete inspection reports and documentationBasic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) are requiredInspection skills:Applicants must have demonstrated inspection experience with water and sewer underground utility construction and related utility rehabilitation projects requiring monitoring a contractor's work for conformance to the design plans, specifications and general permit requirementsExperience with mechanical and electrical systems, and other equipment associated with pump stations, including SCADA preferred.Experience with Contract Administration functions including managing RFI and Submittal Logs, reviewing Change Orders, reviewing Contractor Schedules and communicating with the Owner, Contractor, and Engineer of Record.Experience in coordinating inspection duties with multiple simultaneously operating crewsExperience tracking daily quantities, completing daily inspection reports, reviewing payment requisitions and maintaining field sketchbooks and as-built drawings.Additional Training or Certifications:ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification desiredErosion and Sediment Control certifications (i.e. DEQ Inspector's Certification) and ATSSA Intermediate/TCS Work Zone Certification desirableWVDOT materials certifications desirable including Asphalt, Concrete, and Soils & Aggregate desirable.Physical Requirements (Essential Functions):This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include:Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfacesMoving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or polesPerforming physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbingRemaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of timeRepetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingersLifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to100 yards.Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 120 miles round trip.Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document.Work from heights exceeding 6 feetMust be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and componentsMust be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignmentThe work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces.Benefits:Flexible work schedule optionsCompetitive salaryLeave accrual and paid holidaysHealthcare benefitsGroup Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insuranceFlexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement401(k) Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramParental and maternity leave benefitsWRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this positionPosition #: 2941

Utility Inspector

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP

Charles Town, West Virginia

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