Construction Inspection Specialist (Flex Staff)

Job description

Company Overview Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/resources/videos/meet-cdm-smith) Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Description Job Duties: - Conducts on-site inspections of construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects as well as related civil structures (roads, dams, bridges, facilities, utilities, etc.) to verify compliance with approved design specifications, industry standards, safety codes, and applicable federal regulations. - Documents inspection results inclusive of deficiencies, deterioration, structural condition, deviations between design and execution of construction, required corrective actions and any needed sampling. - Review contractor submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and material certifications in coordination with engineers and project management teams. - Monitors construction progress, prepares and maintains detailed daily reports, deficiency notices, project status reports, and technical recommendations. - Inspects and verifies construction materials and testing processes (concrete breaks, compaction testing, welding/joint inspections, pressure testing, etc.) to ensure compliance with specifications and standards - Oversees and coordinates field construction related services on projects, enforcing adherence to safety, environmental, quality control, and permitting requirements? - Conducts site investigations, reviews relevant data including maps, reports, test results, drawings and others as required. - Participates in pre-construction meetings, design reviews, technical assessments, safety meetings, and project closeout/punch list activities. - Ensures compliance with guidelines and regulations including permits, safety etc. and delivers technical files and other technical documentation as required. - Develops, trains, and mentors junior construction professionals, provides technical direction, and serves as a liaison between contractors, engineering staff, and client. - Performs other duties as required. #LI-LP2 Qualifications - High School Diploma - At least 5 years of relevant construction experience. Domestic travel is required. Overseas travel is also possible. Driving Requirements An appropriate and valid driver's license is required. Preferred Qualifications - Prior Federal or DoD project experience (NAVFAC, USACE, or Air Force CE) is highly desirable - Experience in vertical (facilities/buildings) and horizontal (utilities, waterfront, airfield, infrastructure) construction is desired - Knowledge of federal acquisition and contracting practices. - Familiarity with UFGS specifications, UFC design criteria, and EM manuals. - Familiarity with electronic systems such as eCMS, RMS/QCS, or other QA tools.