High School diploma or GED with 7 years of construction inspection experience, or an Associate Degree with 5 years, or a Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of relevant experience.
Experience with airfield runway improvements and pavement resurfacing is highly preferred.
Familiarity with Federal Construction projects, especially with the US Army Corps of Engineers, is a plus.
Paving Inspector Certification from the Asphalt Institute required within 30 days of hire.
Experience enforcing EM 385-1-1 and OSHA safety regulations is essential.
Strong communication skills and attention to detail are necessary for client and contractor interactions.
Responsibilities
Conduct detailed inspections of airfield runway construction and pavement resurfacing to ensure compliance with contracts and specifications.
Implement a three-phase inspection system to monitor construction quality.
Prepare daily QA reports documenting on-site activities in detail.
Analyze construction contractor progress and ensure adherence to safety requirements.
Maintain a submittal status log to monitor contractor submissions.
Assist in the review of design documents and verify as-built drawings for accuracy.
Participate in pre-final and final inspections, ensuring all punch list items are addressed before final payment.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Construction (QA) Inspector - Shemya Island
Work Location: Shemya Island, AK
Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview
REQUIREMENT- Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen
Responsibilities/Duties:
Must have knowledge of airfield runway construction improvements and pavement resurfacing since detailed inspections must be made to ensure the required level of workmanship adhering to the contract, project plans and specifications
Perform and support three-phase inspection system
Provide daily QA reports to document all activities observed for each on-site day in sufficient detail
Review and analysis of construction contractor progress
Ensure safety requirements are met including EM 385-1-1 and OSHA requirements
Monitor submittals utilizing a submittal status log.
Review of design, comment logging and back-checking; verify accurate as-built drawings
Review and comment on the accuracy of the construction contractor's requests for payment
Review and acknowledge daily reports including verification of the project schedule by indicating the activities worked on that day and the activities behind schedule
Maintain an Inspectors Site Inspection Report
Assist in response to Requests for Information (RFI), modifications and change orders
Participate in pre-final and final inspections, assist in preparations for detailed punch-lists and check that all punch list items are corrected prior to final payment.
Perform other duties as assigned
Experience/Education:
High School diploma is required or GED with at least 7 years of construction inspection experience performing quality assurance verification on construction contracts, airfield runway improvements, roadways or pavement resurfacing experience highly preferred
Or, Associate Degree (two-year degree) / Technical Training Degree (two years of training) with at least 5 years of construction inspection experience performing quality assurance verification on construction contract, airfield runway improvements, roadways or pavement resurfacing experience highly preferred
Or, Bachelor of Science Degree and at least 3 years of construction inspection experience performing quality assurance verification on construction contract, airfield runway improvements, roadways or pavement resurfacing experience highly desired
Experience with Federal Construction projects, particularly US Army Corps of Engineers, preferred
Experience with structural pile or shoreline revetment construction is highly preferred
Experience with concrete and rock placement, pile driving, sheet piling, or other civil construction work.
Paving Inspector Certification provided by the Asphalt Institute will be required within 30 days of start date.
Experience in Resident Management System (RMS 3.0), preferred
Experience enforcing EM 385-1-1, OSHA rules and regulations and all applicable safety requirements
Demonstrated experience with performing the following duties: quality assurance inspections; submittal review, quality verification, validating contractor pay request and preparing daily reports
Interaction with clients and contractors requires the candidate to have a professional presentation along with excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
QARs may be working in remote locations where they may experience extreme environmental conditions (e.g. seasoned heat or cold conditions).
Applicants for federal contracts may be asked to submit additional information beyond applications and resume. If you are selected to proceed, please be able to provide information in a timely manner.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
