Special Inspector

Universal Engineering Sciences • Fulltime • Chantilly, VA, USA, United States • 3m ago

As a Special Inspector, you will be responsible for providing various testing and inspections on new and on-going projects to verify compliance with building codes and standards.

Job Responsibilities

Travel safely to various job sites in a company provided vehicle; maintain company vehicle (schedule oil changes, inside/outside upkeep and complete monthly vehicle inspection reports)
Perform routine field tests or inspections
Complete structural concrete and reinforcing code and job specification compliance
Read maps, blueprints, follow directions, and interpret engineering and construction plans
Understand structural masonry code and job specification compliance
Determine pre-stressed and post tension concrete tendons, reinforcing code and job specification compliance
Perform inspections of soil, concrete, asphalt, steel and/or wood framing
Determine spray-applied fireproofing code and job specification compliance
Document accurate and detailed field activity/inspections and report findings/diagrams to the clients and supervisors
Communicate daily with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers verbally and electronically
Complete and prepare accurate and detailed field-testing reports on a daily basis
Follow all company safety procedures and policies
Other tasks as assigned

This position offers career advancement such as paid certifications and training.

Qualifications & Skills

High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred but not required: AAS or BS in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or related degree
Must be at least 18 years old for entry onto job sites
Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
2 years of prior field and/or inspections experience
Required: Active ICC Certifications: Masonry, Soils, Spray-Applied Fireproofing, Post-Tension, Concrete, etc. or EI (Engineer-in-Training) licensure
Preferred but not required: Knowledge or certifications in radiation safety, Virginia DOT/Roadway, Earthworks and Concrete certification
Preferred but not required: Active CWI certification
Ability to read and interpret construction documents
Ability to calculate results from construction inspections
Ability to accurately complete field-testing paperwork and detailed figures
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, detailed reports, short correspondence and memos
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization
Strong written and verbal communication and ability to use technology/computer

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Days and hours vary for this position but are typically Monday-Friday with some weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments
Field work on outside construction sites involving long-term standing, sitting and repetitive motions
Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit)
You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the Mid-Atlantic region
Some weekend, overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required
Ability to regularly lift and/or move/shake up to 40lbs. (soil and/or concrete tests and related apparatus); frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs. (soil and sand samples, and nuclear density equipment); and occasionally move more than 100lbs. (such as a loaded wheelbarrow of concrete samples)