Construction Inspector

Capital Region Water - Harrisburg, PA
Part Time
Entry Level

RIG Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a qualified Construction Inspector in the District 8 Harrisburg area.  The base rate may range from $30.00 to $40.00 an hour, depending on qualifications, education, and certifications. RIG/The Lexis Group offers several additional benefits, such as a Night Safety Incentive and a Long Distance Drive Incentive that can add additional money to your paycheck! 

Primary Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
 

  • Manage on-site supervision and inspection of construction activities, quality control provisions of contracts, and periodic inspections and tests.
  • Writing daily reports summarizing construction activity and other important information for the day, and monitoring and performing regular check on all contractor and inspector work progress
  • Analyzing and interpreting all specifications and blueprints concerning contracts, and performing daily inspections of construction sites and work completed
  • Monitoring all construction activities and its progress and ensuring adherence to all procedures and specifications, as well as measuring dimensions and elevations against blueprints and schematics
  • Maintaining knowledge of all project requirements and providing all grading permits, as well as analyzing and reviewing cost estimates for proposed projects, making recommendations regarding schedule and materials lists when required
  • Ensuring compliance in all construction activities, maintaining a variety of all records on employee performance, and preparing an estimate of all pay
  • Ensuring best level of customer services at all times, and maintaining effective relationships with all employees and officials
  • Conducting field inspections to study standards of building structures and materials, and following all safety protocols while on construction sites by wearing proper protective clothing.
  • Review and evaluate field staff construction progress, quality assurance findings, recommended field and office engineering changes for consistency with contractual provisions, specifications and cost estimates. 
  • Note controversies with contractors and other agencies.
  • Record incidents of unsatisfactory performance and violations of specifications and regulations.
  • Measure and record progress quantities on a daily basis for comparison and use in reviewing contractor monthly invoices. 
  • Testing construction materials, such as concrete, rock, and asphalt, for quality at different construction sites

Essential Functions:
 

  • Valid driver’s license and ACI certification, preferred and thorough knowledge of engineering plans, specifications, and drawings
  • Strong verbal communication skills and excellent written communication skills, as well as the ability to create daily site reports
  • Mathematical skills for verifying measurements and studying blueprints; and computer skills for writing regular reports using software programs
  • Ability to perceive errors in construction projects, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, property owners, and associates
  • Ability to effect satisfactory compliance with specifications and standards, and maintain accurate records.
  • Travel across various types of terrain
  • Input/retrieve information utilizing electronic devices and a variety of software systems
  • Maneuver safely around moving traffic and equipment
  • React immediately to hazard warning devices, such as signs, sirens, and alarms
  • Use required protective equipment and be responsible for it's care, storage, and maintenance
  • Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, and climb; lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Withstand periods of heavy exertion
  • Travel to inspection sites
  • Tolerate exposure to noise, outdoors, adverse weather conditions, various plants and insects, and chemicals within Safety Date Sheet (SDS) limits

Requirements:

  • Candidates must have a minimum of five years of related construction inspection experience.
  • GED or high school diploma required.
  • Experience with RAKEN software a plus.

Preferred Experience: 

  • Storm water/sewer placement experience
  • Inlet Intake
  • Compaction
  • Quantities
  • Resumes must include detailed work histories, certification numbers, and expiration dates.

Workweek, Benefits and Pay

This is a part time, non-exempt position.

After completion of a 30-day introduction period, the employee is provided with the following benefits package besides a Competitive Salary

  • Paid Time Off-PTO Bonus program
  • Employer Match 401(k)
  • Educational /Training Assistance
  • Travel and Safety Incentives
  • Night shift Incentive
  • Contractual Paid mileage & expense reimbursement

RIG Consulting, Inc./The Lexis Group, LLC are equal-opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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