Construction Inspector - Chicago Department of Water Management

Primera Engineers, Ltd.

$55K — $115K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of construction inspection experience preferred
  • High school diploma required; at least 2 years of college preferred
  • IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities certification preferred
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

Responsibilities

  • Conduct construction inspections across the Chicagoland area
  • Prepare daily summary reports of inspection activities
  • Examine finished work for adherence to contract documents
  • Interface effectively with clients and other stakeholders
  • Participate in projects including utility installations and pavement restorations

Benefits

  • 401K match and employee stock ownership
  • Gym and transit subsidies
  • Paid volunteer time off
  • Parental leave
  • Continuing education reimbursement
  • Flexible work scheduling
  • Inclusive and fun work environment
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Capable of providing construction inspection throughout the Chicagoland area. Able to work and coordinate together with clients and contractors by understanding contract documents, enforcing traffic control measures and documenting work performed by various contractors.

WHO YOU ARE
  • You have the ability to demonstrate complete competence as an inspector and have experience organizing and maintaining daily reports and photo documentation.
  • You meet our education requirements. While a high school diploma is required, at least two years of college is preferred. IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities certification is also preferred, but not required.
  • Your skill set ranges from entry level willing to grow and learn to several years of construction experience.
  • You're a people person with the ability to interface and collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues. Your organization, leadership, and communication skills will contribute to your success.
  • You're proficient with business applications. Microsoft Office 365 understanding is a must.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • You'll be integral to our construction projects throughout the City of Chicago with the Chicago Department of Water Management and/or Chicago Department of Transportation. Projects may include installation of utilities such as water and sewer main pavement and restoration, ADA ramp compliance, streetscape and resurfacing projects.
  • You'll prepare daily summary reports of construction inspection activities and examine workmanship of finished installations for conformity to contract documents.
  • You'll connect with people. It's critical to the work we do. You'll interface with clients, consultants, subconsultants, and vendors. You'll build strong relationships and maintain a focus on superior client service.
  • You'll enjoy what you do. You'll work with great people, continue to learn and grow, and have a good time doing it.

SOME OF WHAT YOU'LL ENJOY
  • An excellent benefits package including 401K match and employee stock ownership, gym and transit subsidies, paid volunteer time off, parental leave, continuing education reimbursement and much more
  • Flexible work scheduling in a fast-growing company
  • A fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment
  • Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas
  • The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long

For more information about Primera please visit our website: PrimeraEng.com.

Salary Description

$55,000-$115,000

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