Senior Construction Inspector

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world  Apply below after reading through all the details and supporting information regarding this job opportunity.We are currently seeking qualified Senior Construction Inspectors for water-sewer utility construction projects in the Northern Virginia area.  We are constantly winning new contracts and are looking for new employees to staff these projects. The Utility Inspector is responsible for managing and performing daily construction management and inspection services for various types of utility projects and must have significant experience in utility construction, must be proficient at reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and shop drawings as well as overseeing construction document controls and enforcing contract compliance.  Immediate openings in our Fairfax office.Responsibilities: Construction management Performing field inspection of Contractor's operations to see that they comply with contract documents  Preparing daily and weekly reports on work accomplished by Contractor; coordinating and observing materials testing and maintaining testing logs  Reviewing periodic pay estimates for accuracy with Contractor Preparing sketches and assembling data for Engineer's use in making changes to the project (PCOs)  Keeping diaries and making reports on work accomplished and/or noted deficiencies; performing sophisticated, complicated mathematical calculations  Reviewing Contractor schedules including initial CPM and monthly updates  Communicating effectively with the Engineer, Owner and Owner’s operational and field staff on a regular basis, keeping them apprised of field conditions and maintaining active communications and excellent rapport with the Owner and the entire project team throughout the construction process Requirements:High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate required Minimum of 6 to 10 years of specific field construction inspection experience in the specified areas listed below Applicant must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record Must have good communication skills Must have the ability to read/interpret plans and specifications Must have writing and drawing skills necessary to complete inspection reports and documentation Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) are required High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate required Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignmentInspection skills:Applicants must have demonstrated inspection experience with water and sewer underground utility construction and related utility rehabilitation projects requiring monitoring a contractor’s work for conformance to the design plans, specifications and general permit requirements  Experience in coordinating inspection duties with multiple simultaneously operating crews  Experience tracking daily quantities, completing daily inspection reports, reviewing payment requisitions and maintaining field sketchbooks and as-built drawingsAdditional Training or Certifications:ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification required  Erosion and Sediment Control certifications (i.e. DEQ Inspector’s Certification) and ATSSA Intermediate/TCS Work Zone Certification desirable  VDOT materials certifications desirable including Asphalt, Concrete, and Soils & Aggregate desirablePhysical Requirements (Essential Functions):This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include: Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfacesMoving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or polesPerforming physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbingRemaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of timeRepetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingersLifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to100 yards.  Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 120 miles round trip.Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document.Work from heights exceeding 6 feetMust be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and componentsMust be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignmentThe work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces.Benefits:WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:Flexible work schedule optionsCompetitive salaryLeave accrual and paid holidaysHealthcare benefitsGroup Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insuranceFlexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement401(k) Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramParental and maternity leave benefitsWRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. xhmxlyz WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)*****  Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position ***** Position #  2876