Junior Inspector - Construction Services CEI

Junior Inspector - Construction Services CEI
Department: Construction/CEI
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Columbia, SC
Reporting To: Zach Carnahan
Description
DRMP is growing our South Carolina Construction Engineering Inspection Division, and we're looking for Junior Inspectors to join our team. If you're looking for a new career opportunity that provides growth, development, and mentorship while allowing you to work outdoors, - then we'd love to speak with you!
The Junior Inspector is an entry-level Construction Engineering Inspection position. As a Junior Inspector, you will be responsible for performing basic mathematical calculations and following simple technical instructions. Your duties will be to assist higher-level inspectors in performing field surveying and construction layout verification, making, and checking engineering computations, inspecting construction work, and conducting field tests.
What You'll Receive:

• Company Vehicle
• Cell Phone Allowance

Your Primary Responsibilities will include

• Daily documentation of contractor's work efforts.
• Project field book preparation and documentation.
• Earthwork Construction logbook preparation and documentation.
• Material sampling and testing.
• Assist with the preparation of the Final Estimate package.
• Measure distances to verify the accuracy of dimensions of construction activity/layout.
• Observe work in progress to ensure that proper construction procedures are followed and materials used conform to specifications.
• Obtain and/or prepare material samples for laboratory testing.
• Examine the workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standards.
• Record quantities of materials received or used during specified periods.
• Maintain a daily log of construction and inspection activities.

KSA's:

• Receive general instructions regarding assignments, and are expected to assist Inspectors, Senior Inspectors, and/or Project Manager with the completion of specific tasks and assists in all phases of the construction project.
• Responsible for preparing backup documentation for progress and final estimates throughout the construction project duration.

What you'll need

• Must be a High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must obtain Work Zone Traffic Control (Advanced or Supervisor) within the first six months of employment.
• Must possess SCDHEC/Clemson CEPSCI (Sediment Control Inspector) qualification within the first six months of employment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Position requires a minimum of 40 hours a week with the possibility of overtime (Hourly).
• Valid construction training qualifications in states outside of SC are a PLUS.
• Ability to learn and reach self-sufficiency with data entry and project record submittal in AASHTO-Ware Project and ProjectWise applications.

Preferred Qualifications for Position:

• Possess SCDOT or valid qualification from another state for Earthwork & Base Course Technician qualification or obtain within the first 90 days months of employment
• Possess SCDOT or valid qualification from another state for Asphalt Roadway Technician or obtain within the first 90 days of employment
• Possess SCDOT or valid qualification from another state for Concrete Technician Level 1&2 or obtain within the first 90 days of employment
• Possess SCDOT or valid qualification from another state for ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1 or obtain within the first 90 days of employment

DRMP Offers

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

DRMP is a multi-discipline firm serving clients in the public, private and industrial sectors in the development of infrastructure for the community-at-large and has been in business since 1977. DRMP currently employs 500+ professionals in 18 office locations spread strategically across our service areas. Today, DRMP is ranked among Engineering News-Record's "Top 500 Design Firms" in the United States and has received numerous awards locally and nationally for engineering achievements. As we continue to grow, we seek to add talented and motivated engineers to work on exciting projects while maximizing their personal growth potential. DRMP is where talent and a strong work ethic are rewarded by opportunity and advancement in a company poised for unlimited growth.