Senior CMT Engineering Technician (Special Inspector)

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Job Details

NOVA Engineering is seeking a full-time Senior Engineering Technician / Senior Inspector in our Charleston, SC office.

The individual will be responsible for the following :

• Field testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and masonry mortar / grout for compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and / or project specifications;
• Review of blueprints in preparation of field observations on construction sites;
• Documentation of field activities, observations, and testing results on construction projects, and their conformance with (or deviation from) project plans and specifications;
• Daily use of Metafield, and / or other field and laboratory information management systems, for recording of testing results;
• Communication of field and laboratory testing results with Construction Services and Geotechnical Project Management staff, general contractors, and clients;
• Calibration of field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.

Qualifications :

• 5+ years of experience in construction testing / inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and / or asphalt materials is required.
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) Field Testing - Level I certification is required.
• One or more International Code Council (ICC) Special Inspector certifications are preferred (Soils, Reinforced Concrete, Structural Masonry).
• Ability to routinely lift 40 to 50 lbs. (field / laboratory samples and equipment) is required.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (Company will provide Personal Protective Equipment and inclement weather gear, as appropriate).
• Ability to work and maneuver equipment (such as a loaded wheelbarrow) on uneven ground and around active construction sites.
• Willingness to travel out-of-town (typically overnight) for short duration assignments.

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits :

• Use of take-home Company Vehicle and gas card for daily travel to work sites.
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision.
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
• Paid time off.
• Company observed paid holidays.
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children.
• Company paid short term disability coverage.
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection.
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Wellness program with incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program.

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Nova

Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond.

Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil / foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors.

NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing / inspection.

We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.

Job Type : Full-time

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