Construction inspector

Halff has an immediate opening for a Construction Inspector in Richardson , TX. General Description : Halff has an opening for a Construction Inspector in the DFW area.

The ideal candidate will bring construction experience with a focus on bridge inspection, working with or for public sector clients.

This position will support the Chief Inspector by working with contractors to inspect, document, and monitor activities to ensure compliance with specifications, plans, and other contract provisions.

This position offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.

Position Requirements :

• Minimum 3 years’ experience with inspection of state or municipal construction projects
• Have an understanding of construction standards and practices.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Flexibility to travel to construction sites for extended periods and work outside of normal business hours
• Must be a self-directed yet a team player, and have a focus on quality, integrity, and success.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License required.

The essential duties for this job include :

• Lead, oversee, observe, and participate in inspecting construction work quality and materials on a variety of projects.
• Verify the work of contractors for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Complete daily work reports : sketches, measurements, photographs, and detailed description of work items and locations.
• Coordinate materials testing personnel to ensure proper and prompt material testing.
• Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) inspection and compliance
• Monitor project phasing and traffic control plan.
• Resolve differences in interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Consult with Project Engineers, resident project representatives and contractors' superintendents on work progress and construction problems.
• Review construction records, inspection reports and records audits to ensure contract compliance.

The required competencies for this job include :

• Communicate effectively.
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Construction inspection and evaluation methods, procedures, and techniques
• Applicable testing methods, processes, and procedures
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specifications
• Traffic control procedures and traffic management
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups.
• The use of personal computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

IND Company Overview Halff is a mid-sized, employee-owned, diverse, and multi-disciplined professional services firm. For more than 70 years, Halff has provided smarter solutions throughout the United States offering services in Architecture, Construction Services, Energy, Environmental, Geographic Information Systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Land and Site Development, Planning and Landscape Architecture, MEP Engineering, Public Works, Right of Way, Structural Engineering, Subsurface Utility Engineering / Utility Coordination, Surveying, Transportation, Water Resources and Water / Wastewater.

The cornerstone of Halff’s success is built upon placing culture, purpose and people first. We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off and holiday pay Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans, Employee Stock Option Plan, Health Savings Account, 529 College Savings Plan, Flexible Spending, and an Employee Assistance Plan.

Halff has also established multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), including the Network of Women and Halff Young Professionals, to empower and support our people.

These ERGs are employee-driven, voluntary groups, comprised of people of similar backgrounds, experiences and characteristics and / or those who share a common interest in professional development, improving corporate culture and business results.

Halff has offices in the following locations : Arkansas : Bentonville, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Little Rock, and North Little Rock Florida : Chipley, Crestview, Jacksonville, Orlando, Panama City Beach, Tallahassee, Tampa, Tavares, and Temple Terrace Louisiana : Baton Rouge and Shreveport Oklahoma : Norman, Oklahoma City Texas : Austin, Brownsville, Conroe, Corpus Christi, Flower Mound, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, Lubbock, McAllen, Midland, Richardson, San Antonio, and Tyler Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Halff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment.

This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations. Halff Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.