| Job title: Construction Inspector |
| Location: Seattle, WA |
| Job Type: Field / In-Office |
| Employment Type: Full-Time |
| Base Salary: TBD |
| Company Description: Fronza & Francis is a high-performance multi-state certified, women owned firm that provides excellent customer-oriented services to industry clients. Our services consist of project management, construction management, project controls, Contract Administration and DEI Management support services to both private and public sector companies. We have an integrated and scalable range of services which help our clients achieve their goals on projects of varying scope, budget, schedule, and complexity. |
Job Description: As a Construction Inspector, you will be reporting to the Construction Manager. You will perform inspection work for projects to ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and contract requirements on construction projects. You will evaluate and resolve field level issues and prepare and maintain construction project documentation.
Key Responsibilities:- Monitor and inspect the work of contractors to ensure proper construction methods are utilized.
- Review plans, specifications, submittals, drawings, change orders, and RFIs for requirements of the construction contract to be applied in the field.
- Prepare and maintain documentation including inspection logs, daily reports, force accounts, materials testing, and other construction records.
- Draft Construction Management Weekly Progress Reports for review and distribution by the Port Construction Manager.
- Prepare and maintain digital photographic documentation of assigned projects.
- Take or verify field measurements/quantities for contract payments.
- Coordinate and communicate construction activities between contractors, tenants, other Port departments, and the general public.
- Participate or lead coordination discussions between Port Survey team and contractors
- Identify construction issues and problems and recommend potential solutions.
- Participate in the review of initial project designs before plans are finalized and put out for bid. Assist with bid quantity take-offs.
- Inspect project site conditions and ensure contractors utilize and maintain Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control (TESC) best practices according to the standards of each project; report any TESC or environment related issues.
- Update design plans/drawings based on changes that occur during actual construction; document reasons for change; and ensure drawings are an accurate representation of work actually performed.
- Coordinate material deliveries and delivery logistics including time of day and proper delivery routes.
- Identify, document and track closure of contractor work that is out of compliance or deficient, Initiates NCRs for action by the Resident Engineer.
- Participate in managing and inspecting project punch list and cover inspections and provide status reports on completion progress.
- Participate in planning, preconstruction, coordination, progress, scheduling and field project team meetings.
- Monitor change order work in the field and sign-off on force account work tickets.
- Witness special inspections, testing (on or off-site) of contract material, equipment, and installations.
- Participate with or lead coordination efforts between outside consultant inspection agencies (special inspection & testing, environmental, hazardous materials) and contractors.
- Verify / evaluate consultant invoices and provide recommendations for payment.
- Coordinate routine shutdown requests from contractors with customers, tenants and Port department, which include notification to all interested parties and obtaining required approvals/signatures
- Issue Construction Advisory Forms (CAFs).
- Escort consultants, contractors, visitors to project sites.
- Monitor the excavation, loading and off-haul of hazardous materials from construction sites.
- Inspect and ensure that project redlines /record drawings are up to date
- Maintain required safety training current
- Participate in site safety inspections; Report safety deficiencies and violations when observed.
- Attend meetings as necessary to keep abreast of upcoming contractor operations and safety alerts
- Perform Constructability Reviews
Deliverables
Specific deliverables may include but are not limited to:- Reports,
- Changer Orders, and
- Other material when requested by the Port Construction Manager.
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Qualifications:
Basic Requirements:- Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field or equivalent work experience.
- 5-7 years of relevant construction, general or special inspection, or other construction field work.
- Ability to work effectively with a team.
- Technical knowledge of construction operations, methods, materials, costs, and equipment, along with an understanding of engineering and architectural design principles.
- Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings, specifications, schedules, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and contracts, identifying non-compliance with contract provisions.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
Preferred Qualifications:- Proven ability to follow through with completion.
- Experience to define, analyze, and resolve problems and can resolve them in a timely manner or escalate to supervisor/manager for resolution.
- Possess concise, organized, and clear communication skills with attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Skills & Competencies:- Microsoft Office Suite
- OSHA 30hr
- 40 hour HAZWOPER and/or CESCL Certification.
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| How to Apply: Submit your resume via job board/or intranet. |
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Fronza & Francis is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. |