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Construction Observer
Actalent is looking for a full-time Construction Observer to support our client, a leading local civil engineering firm, onsite in Urbandale, IA.
Description:
The Construction Observer will work on roadway focused projects for the IDOT. There is a relatively large project that is kicking off in August that this individual will work heavily on. This project is in the Des Moines area and is slated to take around 3 years to complete. Looking for an individual with experience inspecting roadway projects including concrete, asphalt, bridge, storm, and sanitary sewer. Experience on Federal projects is a plus!
This role will be in central Kansas for the first few months to train with senior construction managers before the Des Moines project starts. There will be more work in the Des Moines area following the 3 year project as well. This role includes a work truck, gas card, and all hotels will be paid for as well. You will also receive standard Federal rate per diem!
- Oversee and manage the construction administration phase.
- Direct construction administration activities on projects.
- Monitors projects for construction document compliance.
- Work with project managers to establish project procedures and implement them in the field.
- Perform observation and material testing of projects.
- Receive and distribute test reports.
- Prepares punch list and close-out procedures and performs post-construction services and investigations as needed.
Skills & Qualifications:
- 2 years experience in a construction role.
- ACI Field Concrete certification preferred.
- Valid drivers license.
- Travel is required for first 3 months.
WHY ACTALENT:
- Work with a dedicated career partner specialized in your skill set.
- We advocate on your behalf so you get what you want and need out of your job.
- Get performance feedback, career advice, and access to ongoing professional development tools.
- Build your career and learn new skills through projects as diverse as your curiosity.
- You are eligible for benefits, paid-time-off, and competitive wages that are paid weekly.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION:
- At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
ABOUT ACTALENT:
Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
If you have any additional questions feel free to reach out to me at brauber@actalentservices.com. We have many other roles similar to this and additional engineering positions in the Des Moines/Omaha area as well as across the US.
About Actalent:
Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $26 - $40
