Lead Construction Inspector - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting is seeking a Construction Inspector on a project in conjunction with the federal government. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience with construction inspection, for new construction or renovation of government facilities. The ideal candidate will review blueprints, monitor construction progress, examine interior/exterior work, utilizing survey instruments to verify completed work, taking photographs and maintaining a log.

Procon Consulting operates as an owner's representative throughout the United States for government construction projects. We specialize in capital improvement projects in government construction & engineering. All candidates must meet the following skills and qualifications.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Multi-trade complex building construction and renovation inspector, responsible for scheduling, coordinating, performing general field inspection for all disciplines. Inspects work at the site(s) for contract and code compliance, proficient with construction management software like E-Builder. Recommend approvals or rejections of materials and workmanship as appropriate; monitor labor and safety requirements; complete written inspection reports, records of defects; and omissions; and similar activities.
• Responsible for quality assurance of the overall project, including evaluating workmanship, quality of work, and inspecting work per construction documents (drawings/specifications).
• Establish detailed inspection requirements, schedules and controls methods under a QC procedure. Inspects work done to ensure that it is in accordance with specifications and drawings.
• Report labor standards interviews for compliance with Davis-Bacon Act findings to the client COTR for action.
• Monitor all construction activities scheduled with emphasis on milestones, phasing/sequencing, completion date, submittals, efficient and balanced work flow, major tests, and any unique requirements needing special scheduling or tracking. Informs the COTR/CM on the progress of construction work and any activities that impact the client and or contract completion date.
• Provide site photos to be uploaded daily into the client's photo management software.
• Prepare information for the client weekly Project Report, reviews Final Report.
• Inspect work done to ensure that it is in accordance with specifications and drawings.
• Monitor and inspect the GC's compliance with current safety regulations, standards, the Project Safety Plan, and report any noncompliance to the COR/PM/CM. Immediately notify the Government when any life-threatening conditions are observed and provide assistance as necessary to remedy such situations.
• Prepare any Accident and Incident Reports as instructed by the COR/PM/CM. Complete daily reports of construction activities in PMIS software daily.
• Coordinate with client Testing Service Contractor(s). The client may hire independent testing agencies to inspect the Work performed by the GC. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating and arranging site visits between the testing agencies and the GC. The testing agencies will file all Field Reports with the Government. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining all reports on the project site and coordinates with the COR/PM/CM to verify that the GC corrects deficient work.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience on at least 2 LPOE projects or similar projects exceeding $50M each.
• 10 minimum years of experience, requiring associates in construction related field, trade school or equivalent certification, or 10 years experience in similar inspection role to waive school requirements.
• Requires OSHA 30 and USACE QCM certification (can be obtained after hiring).
• Government or military project experience.
• Must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelors’ degree in Construction Management or Engineering of related industry is preferred but not required.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with E-builder Construction Management software is preferred.