Job DescriptionDewberry is currently seeking a Senior Construction Inspector with background and experience in water and wastewater related infrastructure, to include treatment plants, pump stations, pressure pipeline, gravity pipeline, and process mechanical systems equipment and instrumentation installations, startup and commissioning. The position will be based in Fairfax, Virginia, with projects geographically based in the mid-Atlantic region (e.g., Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., etc.). The Senior Construction Inspector will be responsible for project-specific inspection and constructability reviews during the design process. The successful candidate must have at least a minimum of five (5) years of experience with emphasis on water and wastewater facilities and be able to demonstrate a knowledgeable background with certifications, skills, and ability to provide resident project representation and/or construction inspection. An Engineering degree is required with a preference in Mechanical Engineering. Salary shall be based on applicable experience and certifications/education.
Responsibilities
- Monitor Contractor’s operations to ensure compliance with plans, contract terms and specifications.
- Inspection of structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and site improvements work; coordinating schedules with the Prime Contractor and other agencies; reviewing and monitoring Contractor’s plan of operation; reviewing and providing technical guidance to Engineer on Contractor’s submittals and schedules; and advising Contractors of violations and recommending adjustments to operations.
- Be familiar with and able to advise Contractors of violations of safety procedures and recommend adjustments to bring these violations into compliance.
- Be familiar with and have participated in process system Mechanical and Instrumentation equipment start-up and commissioning activities including, certifying proper installation, I/O point-to-point check-out, operational readiness testing, functional testing and reliability testing.
- Taking field measurements of pay items and overseeing materials testing; checking equipment; maintaining and reviewing comprehensive historical project records including Inspector Daily Reports (IDR) capturing work activities, activity photos, red line as-built plans, understanding progress schedules, work orders, change management, and monthly estimates.
- Using industry standard project management software systems for relevant project tracking and documentation transmittal and storage.
Required Skills & Required Experience
- Engineering degree is preferred with a preference in Mechanical Engineering
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience with emphasis on water and wastewater facilities.
- Relevant certifications for water- and wastewater-related construction management and inspection.
- Ability to provide technical knowledge, read and interpret water and wastewater infrastructure construction drawings and contract specifications; apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments; maintain detailed records; supervise and monitor required materials testing; and communicate effectively with owner and contractor personnel.
- Experience in project management software i.e. Procore, E-Builder, Unifier, E-Docs, Microsoft
- General understanding of P&ID’s
- Knowledge of current state and federal environmental laws and policies related to design and construction.
- Working skills in operating computer equipment and field inspection equipment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So, if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
