Construction Inspector Jobs in Kentucky

JOB DESCRIPTION

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

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.

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker is seeking a Construction Inspector to serve as a member of the firm’s growing construction management practice in Louisville. The successful candidate will perform testing and inspection services on road and bridge projects for KYTC, Louisville Metro, INDOT, and other clients, as well as inspection for improvements to airport airside and landside projects. Between field assignments, this position may involve survey tasks, such as picking up needed data points and periodic scans of the projects, as well as design tasks such as constructability reviews of plans for upcoming projects and assisting technical staff during plan preparation.

What You'll Do:

• 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 INDOT Certified Material tests when needed
• Electronically document pay quantities, material requirements, and contractor staff in a daily work report using SiteManager

What You Need to Succeed:

• High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s Degree in Construction Technology or related field of study is preferred
• 2+ years of KYTC and/or INDOT construction or related experience
• Valid driver’s license; ability to pass background check
• Strong math (algebra, geometry), communication, and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel, work varied shifts/weekends, and in all weather conditions

Certifications (Preferred or Intent to Obtain)

• KYTC/INDOT Final Construction Record & Project Closeout
• ATSSA/KYTC Work Zone Traffic Control
• ACI Level I
• KYTC Aggregate Sampling, Grade & Drain Level I, Structural Inspection Level I
• KEPSC-RI, Asphalt BMP, SiteManager (KYTC/INDOT)

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $22/hr - $32/hr. 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.

About us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an 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, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, 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.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.