Construction Inspector – IDOT at Primera Engineers

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Inspection, Traffic Control, Documentation, Safety Expertise, Communication Skills, Organization Skills, Leadership Skills, Microsoft Office 365, Client Interaction, Collaboration, Daily Reporting, Problem Solving, Technical Skills, Flexibility, Teamwork, Attention to Detail

Industry

Design Services

Description

Description Capable of providing construction inspection throughout the Chicagoland area. Able to work and coordinate together with clients and contractors by understanding contract documents, enforcing traffic control measures and documenting work performed by various contractors. WHO WE ARE We’re a people-first organization. We value knowledge and learning. We believe in the power of connection and collaboration and we seek to build relationships that mean something. We employ some of the best and brightest in the industry and we work hard to maintain a culture that our people can be proud of. The secret to our success is our ability to connect with clients to provide a first-class customer experience. WORKING FOR PRIMERA Our Transportation division is a talented team of experts working together to deliver engineering solutions that move people in a smarter way. We provide full-service planning, design and construction management services on everything from roadways and bridges to airports, stormwater infrastructure, and parks/recreation projects primarily for state and local agencies and municipalities. WHO YOU ARE You have the ability to demonstrate complete competence as an inspector and have experience organizing and maintaining daily reports and photo documentation. You are a safety expert. Our inspectors work outside on arterial roads and expressways, so safety is key to success. You have or will pass the 10-hour OSHA training. IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities Certification is preferred. A current driver’s license is required. A background check will be performed. You meet our education requirements. While a high school diploma is required, at least two years of college is preferred. IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities certification is also preferred, but not required. Your skill set ranges from entry level willing to grow and learn to several years of construction experience. You’re a people person with the ability to interface and collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues. Your organization, leadership, and communication skills will contribute to your success. You are open minded, technically inclined, and reliable. You’re proficient with business applications. Microsoft Office 365 understanding is a must. Your schedule is flexible. You are available to work from 7:00am-3:30pm, with possible overtime and occasional nights and weekends. WHAT YOU’LL DO You’ll work outside on our construction projects overseeing and documenting contractor’s operations. Projects may include pavement rehabilitation, streetscaping, bridge reconstruction and roadside maintenance work. You’ll be integral to our construction projects. Projects may include surveying, marking up existing damages, monitoring the contractor’s work activities, approving work zone traffic control, preparing work orders, and providing IDOT documentation. You’ll oversee multiple sites per day, as our work is throughout IDOT Region 1 (McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, Cook, and Will Counties). You’ll examine workmanship of construction tasks before, during, and after completion for conformity to contract documents. As a part of the Primera Team, we’ll provide you with the tools you’ll need to review and measure work items. You’ll prepare daily summary reports of construction inspection activities. Daily documentation of work is essential to keep the project on schedule. You’ll connect with people. It’s critical to the work we do. You’ll interface with clients, consultants, subconsultants, and vendors. You’ll build strong relationships and maintain a focus on superior client service. You’ll enjoy what you do. You’ll work with great people, continue to learn and grow, and have a good time doing it. SOME OF WHAT YOU’LL ENJOY An excellent benefits package including 401K match and employee stock ownership, gym and transit subsidies, paid volunteer time off, parental leave, continuing education reimbursement and much more Flexible work scheduling in a fast-growing company A fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long For more information about Primera please visit our website: PrimeraEng.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Primera is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Primera’s practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation, shall not be based on any person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, physical handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group as defined by law.

Responsibilities

The Construction Inspector will oversee and document contractor operations on various construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents. They will prepare daily summary reports and maintain communication with clients and stakeholders.