What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Inspector (NICET III) position at Bryant Associates, Inc?
SUMMARY:
The Senior Inspector will be a key member of the Bryant Construction Inspection Team in our Syracuse, NY office, where he/she will inspect of job sites for a wide range of public and private sector clients, to enable their successful completion. Work will be done in support of our multi-disciplinary Survey, Engineering (Site/Civil, Structural and Traffic) and Construction Management firm.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Senior Inspector will perform on-site inspection of water/storm water, and/or roadway/civil-site work jobs. Work is carried out under the supervision of a Project Engineer/Resident Engineer and requires knowledge of appropriate construction practices and specifications.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED)
• Coordinates work with the contractor
• Observes all phases of construction activities for compliance with design documents and client standards
• Documents work as performed
• Prepares daily reports
• Manages quality of projects
• Supervises the work of Inspectors assigned to the project.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Must possess all required certifications/training for each assignment
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions based on engineering design criteria
• Familiarity with trench dewatering, backfilling and compaction of utility trenches and pavement/surface restoration
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents for desired infrastructure rehabilitation, replacement and upgrades
• Detail oriented
• Problem solver
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to build and maintain strong relationships with contractor and staff
• Solid project organizational skills
• Must be flexible and able to work in a fast paced environment
• Desire to work in a team environment
• Observes company and client safety requirements
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check
• Ability to pass a drug test
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• NICET Level (III) Certification or
• Former NYSDOT JE/PET or
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with 5 years of acceptable experience or
• Acceptable experience (provisional pending NICET certification)
• OSHA 10-hour Training required and Confined Space Entry certification beneficial. Training will be provided if needed.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficiency with Microsoft Office a plus.
Proficient with SiteManager or other record keeping software to prepare daily work reports
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
N/A
TRAVEL:
Local travel to job sites and client meetings as required. Out of town travel may be required for certain projects.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Office (5%):
• The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation
• Some lifting and standing is required
• Employee must occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move up to 25 pounds
Field (95%):
• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Able to climb ladders
• Ability to carry instruments and equipment
• Lift 50 pounds
Top salaries commensurate with experience, full benefits. Bryant Associates does not sponsor Visas. Candidates must be eligible for employment in the United States of America. No phone calls please. EEO/AA
ABOUT BRYANT ASSOCIATES:
Founded in 1977, Bryant Associates, PC. (Bryant) is an MBE/DBE professional consulting firm that provides civil, structural, and traffic engineering, water resources, construction management and surveying services to public and private clients throughout the Upstate New York Area. For more information please visit www.bryant-engrs.com