Director of Construction Inspection

2 days ago

Fort Wayne, IN, United States Greenman-Pedersen Full time
Description

GPI seeks a full-time Director of Construction Inspection to work in Northern Indiana. The primary responsibilities of this position include managing and overseeing construction projects for our clients, which will vary in size and scope. This position requires a motivated individual with high-quality work performance, excellent planning and communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work with clients and the public, and the ability to provide leadership to staff.

Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:
  • Identify prospective clients and opportunities within both the INDOT and LPA experience across Indiana, and support business development.
  • Contribute to the development of responses for Requests for Proposals across a range of potential clients.
  • Support the formation and management of teams comprising qualified engineers and technicians engaged in inspection, administration, and documentation for infrastructure projects from pre-bid meetings through contract close-out.
  • Facilitate the establishment of collaborative relationships with other consulting firms to pursue prospective projects.
  • Assist in identifying and securing preferred and required INDOT consultant pre-qualifications for construction oversight activities.
  • Administer and coordinate multiple highway and bridge rehabilitation and reconstruction projects.
  • Ensure that completed contractor work complies with all contract documents for each project.
  • Schedule and lead all necessary project meetings, including progress meetings, HMA and concrete pre-production meetings, and public forums; distribute meeting minutes as appropriate.
  • Supervise the preparation of project pay estimates, contract modifications, work orders, and related documentation.
  • Review deliverables generated by the project oversight team both in the office and in the field to ensure document quality and compliance.
  • Provide technical leadership for complex or specialized assignments.
  • Offer guidance and training to inspection staff.
  • Interpret detailed contract documents and apply this knowledge to address unforeseen project issues effectively.
  • Monitor assigned staff activities to ensure alignment with contractual requirements.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with staff, local agencies, and the general public.
  • Report project status and issues to clients, presenting practical solutions.
  • Review and draft responses to contractor correspondence and claims as needed.
  • Track project budgets and promptly communicate any concerns to the client to initiate corrective actions.
  • Manage internal contract budgets for project services.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or construction management.
  • A PE License in Indiana is preferred.
  • At least 10 years of INDOT or heavy highway/bridge construction experience, including work as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Engineer.
  • Expertise in transportation engineering from design to final construction, project management skills for various project types, and the ability to develop solutions and maintain partnerships.
  • Strong conflict resolution, leadership, and teamwork abilities are important.
  • Effective communication with staff, agencies, and the public is required; candidates must clearly report project status and propose solutions.
  • Experience with INDOT or municipal projects is preferred.
Requirements
  • Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
  • Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site
  • Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
  • Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
  • Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours
  • Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)
  • Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working
  • Able to move equipment or inspection specimens weighing up to 50 pounds

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