Assistant Inspector, Airfield - Puerto Rico

at  AVCON INC

Overview:
The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Airfield Inspector in Puerto Rico are to observe, inspect and document the contractor’s work on behalf of the owner and engineer to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with applicable codes and standards included in the project plans and specifications. The Assistant Airfield Inspector will work under the supervision of the Airfield Inspector.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (may include but are not limited to):

• Conducts construction inspections according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Ensures compliance with the project plans, specifications, and local building codes.
• Monitors and documents construction activities.
• Prepares field investigation and construction inspection reports.
• Observes, monitors, and reports on quality control and quality assurance material field testing required to determine contractor’s compliance with contract specifications.
• Maintains frequent communication and coordinates tasks with the Airfield Inspector.
• Provides field measurements and assists in compiling quantity reports (CQVs) for payment of quantities and changes in the work.
• Reviews airfield improvement plans and permits, conducts field inspections and/or participates in field meetings.
• Prepares and maintains inspector daily reports (IDR’s) of work-in-progress and provides status reports relative to completion of work in accordance with the project plans and specifications for the Owner and other funding and shareholders.
• Records and reports on any deviations from the contract documents.
• Provides high-level communication regarding issues, objectives, initiatives in performance, and compliance to plans and specifications.
• Maintains and promotes a safe working environment.
• Able and available to support work requirements based on day or night shifts and /or flexible schedules, including weekends as required, to support the project requirements, sometimes with little or no advanced notice.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Inspection certifications, preferred.
• Minimum of 1+ years’ experience inspecting airport or roadway/transportation construction projects, required.
• Experience in the inspection of asphalt, concrete, earthwork, lighting, signals and structures, preferred.
• Experience with DOT and FAA construction methods, materials, standards, and specifications, preferred.
• Working knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, ordinances, codes and regulations governing airport operations, preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret airfield plans and specifications and have a solid understanding of complex construction means and methods, preferred.
• Must be able to handle basic geometric mathematical calculations involving linear distances, areas, and volumes.
• Must have good written and communication skills.
• Must have reasonable computer skills and be literate in MS Outlook, MS Word, and MS Excel, and should be proficient in Procore or other Construction Management software.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction practices and principles.
• Knowledge of safety construction practices and principles.
• Ability to read and understand contract documents.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, AND SKILLS

• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of clients, management, and employees.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentially and protect privileged client information and documents appropriately.
• Knowledge of correct English usage including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

TOOL/PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

As dictated by client site protocol, candidate will be required to utilize proper personal protective equipment including but not limited to gloves, sleeves, leather protectors, hard hats, safety vests, safety glasses and shields, hearing protection, safety shoes, covers, helmets/hoods, and any additional tools required for the task at hand.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Management reserves the right to make adjustments and/or assign or reassign any portion of this job description at any time with or without notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (may include but are not limited to):

• Conducts construction inspections according to approved drawings and specifications.
• Ensures compliance with the project plans, specifications, and local building codes.
• Monitors and documents construction activities.
• Prepares field investigation and construction inspection reports.
• Observes, monitors, and reports on quality control and quality assurance material field testing required to determine contractor’s compliance with contract specifications.
• Maintains frequent communication and coordinates tasks with the Airfield Inspector.
• Provides field measurements and assists in compiling quantity reports (CQVs) for payment of quantities and changes in the work.
• Reviews airfield improvement plans and permits, conducts field inspections and/or participates in field meetings.
• Prepares and maintains inspector daily reports (IDR’s) of work-in-progress and provides status reports relative to completion of work in accordance with the project plans and specifications for the Owner and other funding and shareholders.
• Records and reports on any deviations from the contract documents.
• Provides high-level communication regarding issues, objectives, initiatives in performance, and compliance to plans and specifications.
• Maintains and promotes a safe working environment.
• Able and available to support work requirements based on day or night shifts and /or flexible schedules, including weekends as required, to support the project requirements, sometimes with little or no advanced notice