This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Construction Inspector on our Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) contract in the Baltimore, MD metro area. Be involved in projects with our PMCM Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact:

Job Overview:

• The Construction Inspector should be experienced in inspections of civil, mechanical, and/or electrical construction projects.  As such, their duties include but are not limited to:
• work in different shifts according to the work schedule and as directed by the Project Manager (PM).
•  This position will be reporting directly to the PM while working with the Resident Engineer (RE) to perform the following duties:
• Respond to the Metro PM calls for the new projects under the Metro Ancillary Repairs and Maintenance Contract.
• Perform field inspections as needed with the RE to verify the existing conditions, required repairs and the best methods to achieve.
• Assist the RE to perform site measurements all over Metro System or elsewhere if required by the MPMO PM.
• Assist the RE to collect all the available data related to the issue under study including drawings, specifications, proposed repairing methods, proposed repairing materials, etc.
• Prepare the available scenarios for repairing methods to discuss with the RE and PM.
• Attend the pre-bid meeting to assist the RE and PM to answer any questions received from the contractor related to worksite.
• After the project award, assist RE to review all the submittals, transmittals, RFI’s, change orders and to respond accordingly if directed by PM.
• During the construction phase will be responsible to perform site inspections with respect to the contractor on-site performance to assure that the contractor is complying and fully understand the best methods of construction with respect to the work quality, efficiency, safety and preserving the environmental.
• Will be responsible for fully escorting contractor(s) all the time on-site when construction work is performed.
• Required to stop any insufficient on-site actions resulting from the contractor’s performance using all the authority given to him by the Administration and report any deficiencies to the RE.
• Complete and submit on a daily basis to the RE inspection Daily Reports and any other related work reports as directed by the RE and PM.
• During the project Construction attend the progress meetings to provide updates as needed.
• Accompany the RE and PM during the routine inspection and/or the final inspection (final walk-through) according to the PM availability and desire.
• Review with RE any invoice(s) with respect to the finished work quantities and amounts billed prior to the PM approval unless otherwise directed.
• Responsible for the task close out documentation including the final acceptance reports.
• This is a full time on-site position and requires ability to work overtime if required..
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or possession of a State high school equivalence certificate
• 3 years’ experience in inspection of civil, mechanical and/or electrical construction.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficient in math and English.
• Working skill in operating computer equipment, software programs and field inspection equipment; read and interpret roadway plans andcontract specifications; maintain detailed records, and communicate effectively with agency, contractor personnel and the public.
• Dependable transportation is required.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education beyond High School
• MARTCP Certifications
• OSHA 10 and E&S Certifications
• Prior experience with MDOT MTA/SHA/MDTA
• Working knowledge of state and federal safety, environment guidelines and regulations.
• This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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