Quick overview
Job description
Every great project needs someone in the field making sure it's built right. That could be you.
Trade the cubicle for the job site and see your work become roads and bridges Minnesotans drive every day. If you enjoy new challenges and want to grow your career at an employee-owned firm, consider joining our Bloomington team as a Construction Inspector / Engineer!
As a member of our team, you will oversee construction operations of various transportation projects to ensure day-to-day activities are consistent with the plans and specifications. You will collaborate with owners, contractors, utility owners, and other agency representatives to review and provide input on construction issues and inspect activities in accordance with quality standards and code requirements to ensure projects come in on time and within budget with minimal change orders.
While on-site, you will serve as an advisor throughout the construction process by attending pre-construction and progress meetings, preparing and presenting status reports, negotiating change orders, identifying issues and providing assistance in resolving construction and design-related challenges, determining required material specifications and coordinating material testing, coordinating surveys, measuring quantities for payment, logging and photographing observation and construction activities, and assisting or providing guidance to other construction inspectors and construction managers. While in the office, you will assist with the development of proposals, estimate project budgets and schedules, and conduct constructability reviews of project plans.
What We're Looking For
- Associate's degree in civil engineering technology, construction management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two or more years of progressive transportation or municipal construction inspection experience.
- Ability to verify construction conformance with approved plans and specifications and coordinate/perform required material testing.
- Strong working knowledge of construction methods / practices, the preparation and assembly of construction documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret and verify engineering specifications and construction plans in accordance with construction operation activities and requirements.
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to participate in and lead discussions during plan reviews, progress meetings, project team meetings, and site observations.
- Basic working knowledge of Microstation or AutoCAD / Civil 3D.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
- Ability to work outdoors year-round on active construction sites; ability to work overnight hours on occasion during primary construction season (April – October).
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds across rough terrain and stand for extended periods of time to perform observation and inspection responsibilities.
- Ability to obtain MnDOT Construction Certifications.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor's degree in civil/construction engineering.
- Previous experience conducting topographic surveys.
- Familiarity with railroad safety and coordination.
- Previous training or experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Previous experience preparing erosion control and grading plans and stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs).
- Valid MnDOT Construction Certifications in Aggregate Production, Bituminous Street, Concrete Field, Grading and Base, Bridge Construction, ADA Construction Inspection or Site Management, and Erosion Control Site Management.
- Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
- Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
- HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
- 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
- ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
- Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year
