Project inspector job description
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Project inspector requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in project inspector job postings.
Sample project inspector requirements
- Must have a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in project inspection
- Must have knowledge of building codes and regulations
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software
Sample required project inspector soft skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects
Project inspector job description example 1
University of Houston project inspector job description
Performs quality control and inspection services on construction projects. Ensures the quality of materials and equipment in any phase of manufacture, shop, or field fabrication, delivery, or installation, comply with contract documents. Responsible for a portfolio of two or more projects with an average value of over $50M.Job Duties
* Coordinates system-wide inspection processes as assigned. Ensures critical activities are achieved in a timely manner and in accordance with facilities inspections protocol.
* Performs jobsite walkthrough inspections to ensure procedures are followed and materials conform to contract specifications. Inspects work for compliance with standards, details, plans, and best practices.
* Creates and maintains detailed and accurate project inspection documentation in both electronic file format as well as hard copy. Compiles and reviews contract documents and reports on inspection status, contract compliance, and quality control.
* In cooperation and coordination with the FP&C Project Management team, communicates with clients, co-workers, university stakeholders, and project team members, meeting needs within project scope and through core values and timely communication.
* Identifies discrepancies or conflicts within construction documents.
* Monitors safety and traffic control procedures on assigned sites. Informs affected parties of potential noise, utilities interruptions, and other interference to normal activities.
* Develops and maintains professional working relationships with construction contractors, subcontractors and consulting teams.
* Provides mentoring and coaching to Facilities Project Inspectors as assigned.
* Monitors construction project closeout, including warranties, operating manuals, and completion verification.
Ensures correct and timely construction project closeout, including warranties, operating manuals, and completion verification. Performs other job-related duties as required.
EEO/AA Bachelors and 7 years experience
Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of seven (7) years of directly job-related experience.
* Coordinates system-wide inspection processes as assigned. Ensures critical activities are achieved in a timely manner and in accordance with facilities inspections protocol.
* Performs jobsite walkthrough inspections to ensure procedures are followed and materials conform to contract specifications. Inspects work for compliance with standards, details, plans, and best practices.
* Creates and maintains detailed and accurate project inspection documentation in both electronic file format as well as hard copy. Compiles and reviews contract documents and reports on inspection status, contract compliance, and quality control.
* In cooperation and coordination with the FP&C Project Management team, communicates with clients, co-workers, university stakeholders, and project team members, meeting needs within project scope and through core values and timely communication.
* Identifies discrepancies or conflicts within construction documents.
* Monitors safety and traffic control procedures on assigned sites. Informs affected parties of potential noise, utilities interruptions, and other interference to normal activities.
* Develops and maintains professional working relationships with construction contractors, subcontractors and consulting teams.
* Provides mentoring and coaching to Facilities Project Inspectors as assigned.
* Monitors construction project closeout, including warranties, operating manuals, and completion verification.
Ensures correct and timely construction project closeout, including warranties, operating manuals, and completion verification. Performs other job-related duties as required.
EEO/AA Bachelors and 7 years experience
Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of seven (7) years of directly job-related experience.
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Project inspector job description example 2
Synerfac Technical Staffing project inspector job description
Job DescriptionThe Project Inspector will perform construction administration and inspection services for the state, county, and local roadway and bridge projects and municipal utility and infrastructure projects. This position will monitor and enforce quality standards and specifications, read blueprints, and work on a variety of construction projects.
-Perform construction administration and inspection services for the state, county, and local roadway and bridge projects and municipal utility or infrastructure projects.
-Monitors and enforces quality standards and specifications, reads blueprints, and works on a variety of construction projects.
-Inspects construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with state specifications, plans and/or proposals and bridge projects.
-Verifies plan quantities and calculations with a bid plan, prepares and maintains project records, and reports and performs other duties as assigned by the Project Engineer.
-Notifies the contractor or the Project Engineer with status updates or about non-conforming work.
Minimum Qualifications
-2 years of transportation construction inspection experience is desired as a minimum. Prefer candidates with 5 plus years of experience.
-Different levels of Construction certifications are preferred however not required
-DOT certifications
-ACI Concrete field-testing Technician-Grade I
-NICET Highway Construction level II
-IMSA Traffic signal Construction Tech Level II and IMSA Roadway Lighting Tech Level I
-NICET Level II construction materials testing and NICET Level II Geotechnical Engineering Technology-Highway Construction Level II or III
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
-Knowledge of Construction inspection/administration.
-Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
-Ability to be reliable and on time.
-Quality minded and client focused.
-Ability to work with others and be a team player.
-Ability to enforce quality standards.
Education:
-Associates/Bachelor"s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction Management is desired.
-If no degree, an equivalent post-secondary education with 2 to 4 years degree or High School diploma or GED in combination with NICET Highway construction level II certification.
Other:
Must be able to provide a valid driver license and have a clean driving record.
Benefits:
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
Paid Vacations, Sick Days & Holidays
401K Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Competitive Salary
Bonus Program
-Perform construction administration and inspection services for the state, county, and local roadway and bridge projects and municipal utility or infrastructure projects.
-Monitors and enforces quality standards and specifications, reads blueprints, and works on a variety of construction projects.
-Inspects construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with state specifications, plans and/or proposals and bridge projects.
-Verifies plan quantities and calculations with a bid plan, prepares and maintains project records, and reports and performs other duties as assigned by the Project Engineer.
-Notifies the contractor or the Project Engineer with status updates or about non-conforming work.
Minimum Qualifications
-2 years of transportation construction inspection experience is desired as a minimum. Prefer candidates with 5 plus years of experience.
-Different levels of Construction certifications are preferred however not required
-DOT certifications
-ACI Concrete field-testing Technician-Grade I
-NICET Highway Construction level II
-IMSA Traffic signal Construction Tech Level II and IMSA Roadway Lighting Tech Level I
-NICET Level II construction materials testing and NICET Level II Geotechnical Engineering Technology-Highway Construction Level II or III
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
-Knowledge of Construction inspection/administration.
-Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
-Ability to be reliable and on time.
-Quality minded and client focused.
-Ability to work with others and be a team player.
-Ability to enforce quality standards.
Education:
-Associates/Bachelor"s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction Management is desired.
-If no degree, an equivalent post-secondary education with 2 to 4 years degree or High School diploma or GED in combination with NICET Highway construction level II certification.
Other:
Must be able to provide a valid driver license and have a clean driving record.
Benefits:
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
Paid Vacations, Sick Days & Holidays
401K Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Competitive Salary
Bonus Program
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Project inspector job description example 3
ASRC Federal project inspector job description
ASRC Federal Netcentric Technologies is seeking a
Facility Projects Inspector
to support our contract at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NMUnder the supervision of the assigned supervisor, perform a variety of tasks at a more responsible level involving monitoring of the inspection, testing, and evaluation of roadways, bridges, buildings, and utility systems for the purpose of maintaining safety and effectiveness of operation.
Monitor the inspection of roads, bridges, drainage facilities, buildings, underground utilities, and other similar construction to ensure that work quality and progress are maintained according to prescribed schedules and specifications.
Responsibilities:
Requirements
Requirements:
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be required to stand; walk; sit; lift up to 20 lbs.; bend; reach; carry; stoop; kneel; use hand and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; speak; or hear. Specific vision abilities may be required to perform the job which may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, or the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The majority of work will be out in the field and oversight of projects. Some office work will be needed.
**COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement Statement
The COVID-19 vaccination requirement in Executive Order 14042 and FAR 52.223-99 is currently not effective. But please note that if those or other related requirements become effective, positions will require successful candidates to obtain and show proof of COVID-19 vaccination(s). ASRC Federal is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.
EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Facility Projects Inspector
to support our contract at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NMUnder the supervision of the assigned supervisor, perform a variety of tasks at a more responsible level involving monitoring of the inspection, testing, and evaluation of roadways, bridges, buildings, and utility systems for the purpose of maintaining safety and effectiveness of operation.
Monitor the inspection of roads, bridges, drainage facilities, buildings, underground utilities, and other similar construction to ensure that work quality and progress are maintained according to prescribed schedules and specifications.
Responsibilities:
- Summarizes, reduces, and plots survey notes; prepares rough field sketches; and computes volumes or quantities of materials. Makes recommendations to the design engineer regarding interpretation of the surveys, site geology, structural layout, and other pertinent data.
- Briefs contractors on policies, procedures, and regulations to be followed in construction work by going over the construction site with the contractor prior to beginning of construction. Works closely with contractors in explaining details of plans and specifications as necessary and making periodic checks of the progress the contractor is making.
- Observations include examining pipe placement; checking fill and borrow operations; checking rock gradation, quality, and placement; and checking placement of forms and steel prior to concrete pours.
- Determines that needed materials certifications are received, recommends issuance of suspend and resume work orders, and that safety and sanitary requirements are met on the job site. Reports to the project engineer, government representative, or contracting officer's representative (COR) any conditions which differ from those laid out in the plans and specifications.
- Supervises a field survey party in the surveying, staking, and layout of specified items for floodwater retarding structures, and EWP Program projects according to plans and specifications. Reviews contractor's schedule of operations and keeps pace with this schedule by staking lines, grades, and locations of respective work operations.
- Makes the necessary resurveys and changes in design plans following completion of portions of the construction work as an aid to the project engineer in preparing a set of "As Built" plans.
- Maintains accurate daily records including job diary and daily inspector's reports.
- Records in detail all work interruptions, losses of efficiencies, and other observed or reported factors affecting the contractor's performance.
- Makes certain that no extra work is performed by the contractor until notified by the government representative that such work is authorized by the contracting officer (CO).
- Maintains a daily activities record and a record of time distribution. Keeps field notes and sketches of work surveyed and laid out. Attends safety meetings as requested.
- Takes proper care of all property and equipment assigned in accordance with instructions received from the supervisor. Performs related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- Specialized Inspector Course
- Shall have at least 3 years' experience working in a military environment and familiarity with Air Force Civil Engineering guidance, rules, and regulations.
- Must possess strong computer skills, including, but not limited to Microsoft Office products.
- Must possess or be able to obtain/maintain Secret Clearance.
- Must be capable of working with customers and company employees in a courteous, professional, and effective manner.
- Must have and maintain a valid US driver's license.
- Strong command of the English language both verbally and written
- Strong administrative and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of the team
- Analytical skills and attention to detail to successfully analyze and evaluate trends, disseminate information to a wide audience
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be required to stand; walk; sit; lift up to 20 lbs.; bend; reach; carry; stoop; kneel; use hand and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; speak; or hear. Specific vision abilities may be required to perform the job which may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, or the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The majority of work will be out in the field and oversight of projects. Some office work will be needed.
**COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement Statement
The COVID-19 vaccination requirement in Executive Order 14042 and FAR 52.223-99 is currently not effective. But please note that if those or other related requirements become effective, positions will require successful candidates to obtain and show proof of COVID-19 vaccination(s). ASRC Federal is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.
EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
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Updated March 14, 2024