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Form of workMichael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators, and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.
Multiple Locations: Cincinnati, OH or Louisville, KY
The Construction Inspector I will serve as a key member of the firm's growing construction management discipline by working as an employee of the Cincinnati office on inspection projects throughout Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio. The successful candidate will perform testing and inspection services on road and bridge projects for KYTC, ODOT, and other clients, as well as inspection for improvements to airport airside and landside projects. Between field assignments, this position may involve design tasks such as constructability reviews of plans for upcoming projects as well as assisting technical staff during plan preparation.
- Inspect construction crews' work to ensure compliance with the contract documents including plans and specifications on active construction contracts
- Identify and inform the project engineer or project supervisor of observed problems
- Work with supervisor to address public and contractor questions
- Make measurements and observations of work being performed to ensure accurate quantities are tracked for completed work
- Monitor material testing needs and perform various Material tests when needed.
- Electronically document pay quantities, material requirements, and contractor staff in a daily work report using SiteManager
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree in Construction Technology or related field of study is preferred
- 1-5 years of KYTC and/or ODOT construction or related experience
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to pass a background check
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Good interpersonal, communication, and conceptual thinking skills
- Possess strong math skills, including algebra and geometry for determining areas and volumes
- Willingness to commute to construction projects in varying locations, work in all weather conditions, varying shifts, and weekends
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work independently for periods of time
- Ability to prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines
- Attention to detail and effective decision making and organizational skills
- Ability to provide support to local office, as well as availability to occasionally travel to other offices
Additional Requirements
- Past KYTC and/or ODOT experience is preferred
- KYTC and/or ODOT Final Construction Record (FCR) and Project Closeout experience is preferred
- Desire and intent to obtain the following industry certifications:- ACI Level I Certification
- ATSSA and/or KYTC Work Zone Traffic Control Certification
- KYTC Aggregate Sampling Technician Qualification
- KYTC Grade & Drain Level I Technician Qualification
- KYTC Structural Inspection Level I Qualification
- KEPSC-RI Qualification
- KYTC Asphalt Best Management Practices Certification
- KYTC SiteManager Training and/or experience
- ODOT CE1
- ODOT Flexible Pavements [Project Inspector]
- ODOT Compaction [Soils and Aggregate Inspector]
- ODOT Traffic [Traffic Signal and Lighting Inspector]
- ODOT Advanced Structures [Project Structure Inspector]
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $20.00 - $35.15 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
