AMPP Senior Certified Coating Inspector at Quinn Consulting Services, Inc.

Charleston, West Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 26

Salary

47.0

Posted On

02 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Coatings Inspection, Quality Control, Contract Compliance, Technical Guidance, Mentoring, Project Planning, Field Measurement, Microsoft Office Suite, Site Manager, Plan Grid, Blueprint Reading, Materials Testing, Communication, Time Management, Staffing Coordination, Safety Compliance

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Description To monitor and inspect the work of Contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for bridge structure coatings under the direction of the Construction Manager. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that every project we undertake meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and excellence. Requirements Essential Functions Monitors and inspects the Contractor's coating operations to ensure compliance with contract documents. Schedules work and inspection phases with contractor's superintendent and agency personnel. Advises contractors of violations and recommends adjustments to operations. Takes field measurements of pay items. Maintains daily diaries. Serve as the lead coatings inspector on assigned projects. Provide technical guidance, training, and mentoring to Basic and Certified Coatings Inspectors. Review inspection reports, testing documentation, and project records for completeness and accuracy. Coordinate inspection staffing, scheduling, and daily inspection activities. Resolve complex coating inspection, quality assurance, and contract compliance issues. Serve as the primary coatings inspection liaison between the contractor, agency representatives, and project management team. Assist the Construction Manager with project planning, staffing recommendations, and inspection resource allocation. Lead project meetings related to coatings inspection activities and provide recommendations regarding quality control and contract compliance. Assist in evaluating inspector performance and identifying training and development needs. Competencies Effective communication, both written and orally, with Contractor and project staff. Task and time management. Functional computer usage, including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software. Supervisory Responsibility None Work Environment This job operates in a professional field environment. This role routinely uses standard coatings inspection equipment such as DFT gauges, sling psychrometers, surface temperature gauges, visual comparators, etc. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; climb fixed and mobile ladders; work at elevated heights in excess of 150 feet; and reach with hands and arms. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work will be based on project requirements. Travel Travel is expected based on project needs and client requirements. Employees may be required to travel and work on projects throughout Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, Louisiana, and other locations as needed. Required Education and Experience Successful completion of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Certified Coatings Inspector Program. Minimum of 5 years of bridge coatings inspection experience. Demonstrated experience leading inspection activities and coordinating with contractors, agency personnel, and project management staff. Experience mentoring and training junior inspectors preferred. Required to have and maintain the following certifications: Certification & Issuing Agency Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control - VDOT Approved Provider 10 Hour OSHA Safety Training - OSHA Certified Coatings Inspector - AMPP Additional Requirements Shall have a working knowledge of: VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications State and federal environmental and safety guidelines and regulations Use of contract management software including Site Manager, Plan Grid, etc. Additional Eligibility Qualifications The AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector is expected to be proficient with the following skills: Functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software. Functional knowledge on the use of an Apple iPad and various applications. Familiarity with Site Manager & Plan Grid software. Ability to read and interpret Structure and Bridge plans and specification. Maintain detailed records. Perform and document required materials testing. Communicate with the agency and contractor personnel and the general public Benefits Medical, dental, short-term disability, long term disability, life insurances, per the company plan eligible on date of hire. Two weeks paid vacation in accordance with the company policy. Personal Time Off per the company policy. Paid holidays are provided per the company policy. Bonus eligibility per Company Employee Bonus Program for fiscal year. Eligible for the company 401(k) plan following 12 months of active employment & 1,000 hours of work. 401(k) immediate vesting of matching funds. Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable) Must be eligible to work in the U.S. EEO Statement QCS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any protected status under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Responsibilities

Monitor and inspect contractor coating operations on bridge structures to ensure quality control and contract compliance. Serve as the lead inspector by providing technical guidance, mentoring junior staff, and coordinating with project management and agency representatives.