Construction Staff Technician III

SUMMARY 

Construction Staff Technicians are responsible for the observation of Transportation Construction projects to verify that the contractor is in accordance with design plans and specifications. The nature of this position is temporary. Employment may be expected to end at the conclusion of each assignment. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Observes and verifies that contractors are building roadway, related structures, or project improvements in accordance with plans, specifications and construction standards.
2. Inspects materials to ensure compliance with specifications and plans.
3. Advises their manager or Resident Engineer of contractor activities and reports any concerns.
4. Understands and interprets local, state, and/or federal standard specifications and procedures. 
5. Answers questions from the contractor, public or other project field personnel.
6. Communicates with client and contractor to make recommendations and resolve concerns related to the project schedule, plan changes, materials, workmanship, or additional costs. Mediates project related matters with the contractor on behalf of the client.
7. Assists in the development of the pay estimate, quantifying pay items on projects and settling accounting disputes with the contractor on behalf of our client.
8. Observes and documents the contractor’s work progress to record that it is being completed in conformance with the plans and specifications, contract documents, and applicable local, state, and/or federal regulatory requirements. 
9. Performs quality assurance checks and advises contractor of the recommended course of action when work or materials are not in compliance with requirements. 
10. Performs yield checks, depth checks, and utility testing. Performs basic construction layout work (including bench circuits and providing line and grade for various construction 
    elements). 
11.  Maintains neat and accurate project documentation.
12.  May assist the Resident Engineer with other job duties as assigned.
13. The employee must be capable of driving/operating a motor vehicle for company business, and maintain a valid driver’s license in the state of residence.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE 

• High School diploma or equivalent • 10 years of related Construction inspection/observation experience is required. • Familiarity with documentation requirements and inspection procedures • Excellent time management, communication, and technical skills are required. • Must have received training on equipment commonly used in the generation of engineering-related tests and analysis. • Must be able to work hours outside of normal business hours and may include weekends. • OSHA-10 Hour Safety Training • Must possess knowledge of MS Office suite of products • Other training and certifications as required • Requires regular travel to and from remote worksites 

HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.