Structural Inspector

Job Description:

**Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Structural Inspector to

join our team! In this role you will get to performs difficult and sometimes
complex inspection tasks. Inspects various facets of work on the jobsite and
performs continuous surveillance of assigned inspection activities to ensure
compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and specifications**

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts inspections to determine if work has been done in accordance with
contract specifications and may include any of the following:

• Demolition of transportation facilities (roads, streets, bridges etc.)


• Construction of roads, bridges, and other associated improvements (curb and gutter, street, sidewalk, landscaping)


• Drainage work, traffic control, compliance with SWPPP requirements


• Installation of electrical equipment related to traffic signals, ramp metering and street lighting


• Irrigation and planting, roadway and overhead sign removal and installation.


• Installation on temporary and permanent signs and delineation


• Installation of mechanical equipment


• Building and facility construction and associated site development


• Taking project photographs on a daily basis and filing them
  

In addition:

• Maintains office files related to the project, quantity calculations and writes daily diaries.


• Prepares daily reports and other documentation, as required by the contract


• Verifies that only approved materials are incorporated in the work.


• Performs labor compliance interviews and maintains as-built plans.


• Recognizes potential conflicts, issues and problems, and reports to supervisor with proposed solution.


• Collects, reviews and files Certificate of Compliance, MSDS, inspection tags and other information relevant to the materials used.


• May provide technical guidance to lower-level inspectors.


• Coordinates work of subconsultants for surveying and material testing.


• Participates in the development of job safety practices and in the preparation of safety reports.


• Participates in the development of quality control reports and procedures.


• Reports on installed quantities to verify applications for payment and change order work.


• Responds to the call backs in case of emergency at the project site.


• May administer welder qualification tests.
  

Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be
appropriate.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
* ### Supervision Received -Construction Management (all levels); Project Manager (all levels);
* ### Supervision Given - Lower-level inspectors (technical guidance only)
* ### Internal Contacts - All employees on project
* ### External Contacts - Clients; Suppliers; Subcontractors

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
* ### Associate's Degree in a technical discipline or construction-related field, or a high school diploma and equivalent work experience, is required.
* ### ‎8+ years of related experience on field projects, as well as formal certification from an independent organization, depending on type of inspection assignment.
* ### Some knowledge of public works contracts may be preferred. Construction safety training including OSHA ‎10 hour training.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
* ### Must be able to read and interpret plans and specifications and be thoroughly familiar with construction-related processes related to the area of assignment.
* ### Knowledge of English grammar and composition, the ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; to follow oral and written instructions, prepare written messages and simple charts and graphs.
* ### Capability to perform math calculation in order to prepare engineering calculations, graphs and charts. Proficiency with basic computer usage, Microsoft Office, Project Management Software and internet search engines (like Google or equivalent).
* ### Ability to comply with multitude of requirements as applicable to the project based on client and industry standards. Must have thorough understanding of scheduling, and the ability to review progress pay estimates and extra work bills.
* ### Must be able to recognize hazardous work conditions and take action if necessary. Ability to use good judgment and work with others is required.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Not Applicable/None
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the
workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.