Construction Inspector I - Military Veterans
at Michael Baker International
Michael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators, and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.
Multiple Locations: Cincinnati, OH or Louisville, KY
The Construction Inspector I will serve as a key member of the firm's growing construction management discipline by working as an employee of the Cincinnati office on inspection projects throughout Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio. The successful candidate will perform testing and inspection services on road and bridge projects for KYTC, ODOT, and other clients, as well as inspection for improvements to airport airside and landside projects. Between field assignments, this position may involve design tasks such as constructability reviews of plans for upcoming projects as well as assisting technical staff during plan preparation.
- Inspect construction crews' work to ensure compliance with the contract documents including plans and specifications on active construction contracts
- Identify and inform the project engineer or project supervisor of observed problems
- Work with supervisor to address public and contractor questions
- Make measurements and observations of work being performed to ensure accurate quantities are tracked for completed work
- Monitor material testing needs and perform various Material tests when needed.
- Electronically document pay quantities, material requirements, and contractor staff in a daily work report using SiteManager
- High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree in Construction Technology or related field of study is preferred
- 1-5 years of KYTC and/or ODOT construction or related experience
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to pass a background check
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Good interpersonal, communication, and conceptual thinking skills
- Possess strong math skills, including algebra and geometry for determining areas and volumes
- Willingness to commute to construction projects in varying locations, work in all weather conditions, varying shifts, and weekends
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work independently for periods of time
- Ability to prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines
- Attention to detail and effective decision making and organizational skills
- Ability to provide support to local office, as well as availability to occasionally travel to other offices
- Past KYTC and/or ODOT experience is preferred
- KYTC and/or ODOT Final Construction Record (FCR) and Project Closeout experience is preferred
- Desire and intent to obtain the following industry certifications:- ACI Level I Certification
- ATSSA and/or KYTC Work Zone Traffic Control Certification
- KYTC Aggregate Sampling Technician Qualification
- KYTC Grade & Drain Level I Technician Qualification
- KYTC Structural Inspection Level I Qualification
- KEPSC-RI Qualification
- KYTC Asphalt Best Management Practices Certification
- KYTC SiteManager Training and/or experience
- ODOT CE1
- ODOT Flexible Pavements [Project Inspector]
- ODOT Compaction [Soils and Aggregate Inspector]
- ODOT Traffic [Traffic Signal and Lighting Inspector]
- ODOT Advanced Structures [Project Structure Inspector]
COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $20.00 - $35.15 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
Cincinnati, OH
Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting has been partnering with communities since 1940 to solve their most complex infrastructure challenges with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Supported by more than 6,000 employees in 90 offices worldwide, we provide a full continuum of life-cycle engineering consulting, specialized global construction, base operations, security management, systems integration and intelligence solutions. Our clients include federal, state, and municipal governments; foreign allied governments; and a wide range of private development and other commercial partners.
When Michael Baker Jr. first established his engineering firm in 1940, he envisioned a company that would serve as a property surveyor or designer of roads, bridges, buildings and sewage systems, and also as a trusted, long-term partner with local communities and distant nations. His employees strove to transform communities, companies, states and even nations, adopting dual roles as both caring neighbors and innovative nation builders. Baker instilled in his employees the drive to deliver improved quality of life and the desire to make a difference.
Baker built a lasting legacy that today forms the foundation on which we continue to serve and grow. Today, we continue to leverage our collective expertise and experience to make the communities we serve better. We strive to make them safer, more accessible, more environmentally sustainable and more livable. We facilitate their transformation supported by differentiating innovation, technologies and dedicated employees. We are change agents, leading our partners around the world into the future.
Our greatest differentiator, though, is our employees who demonstrate a world-class ability to solve complex problems. That’s why we engage our people, educate and train them, develop their careers, and invest in their futures. We give them opportunities around the world to exercise and expand their skills and expertise. We reward innovation and collaboration that lead to the best solutions for our clients. As a company, We Make a Difference.
To most effectively serve our clients, Michael Baker International is organized into three distinct business units: Engineering & Consulting; Sallyport Global Holdings; and SC3, which are described below.
ENGINEERING, PLANNING AND CONSULTING
The Engineering, Planning and Consulting business unit encompasses the complete life-cycle of planning, environmental assessment, engineering design, construction management, and facilities maintenance for projects in more than 38 countries on five continents. We provide a full continuum of solutions for a broad range of markets, including highways, bridges, airports, rail and mass transit systems, domestic and overseas government and commercial facilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, energy infrastructure and urban planning and development.
Professional Services – As part of Engineering, Planning and Consulting, this business unit provides high-value, differentiated engineering and professional services around the globe, including specialized construction services, cost management support and engineering support.