Resident Inspector

SUMMARY:

The Resident Inspector will be a key member of the Bryant Construction Management Team in our Lincoln, RI office, where he/she will inspect of job sites for a wide range of public and private sector clients, to enable their successful completion. Work will be done in support of our multi-disciplinary Survey, Engineering (Site/Civil, Structural and Traffic) and Construction Management firm.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Resident Inspector will perform on-site inspection of water/storm water, and/or roadway/civil-site work jobs. Work is carried out with considerable independence and requires thorough knowledge of appropriate construction practices and codes.

RESPONSIBILITIES: (other duties may be assigned)

• Coordinates work with the contractor
• Observes all phases of construction activities for compliance with design documents and client standards
• Documents work as performed
• Reviews contractor requisitions for payment
• Prepares daily reports and attends progress meetings
• Manages quality and safety of projects and ensures schedules are met

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions based on engineering design criteria
• Familiarity with trench dewatering, backfilling and compaction of utility trenches and pavement/surface restoration
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents for desired infrastructure rehabilitation, replacement and upgrades
• Detail oriented
• Problem solver
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to build and maintain strong relationships with contractor and staff
• Solid project management and organizational skills
• Must be flexible and able to work in a fast paced environment
• Desire to work in a team environment
• Observes and enforces company and client safety requirements
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check
• Ability to pass a drug test

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent
• NICET Certification
• 5 years of related experience with water and sewer construction projects
• Opportunities for different levels of experience
• OSHA 10-hour Training and Confined Space Entry certification beneficial. Training will be provided if needed.

COMPUTER SKILLS

N/A

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

TRAVEL:

Local travel to job sites and client meetings as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office (5%):

• The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation
• Some lifting and standing is required
• Employee must occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move up to 25 pounds

Field (95%):

• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Able to climb ladders
• Ability to carry instruments and equipment
• Lift 50 pounds   

Bryant Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA
Bryant does not sponsor visas. Candidates must be eligible for employment in the United States of America. No phone calls.

ABOUT BRYANT ASSOCIATES: Founded in 1976, Bryant Associates, Inc. (Bryant) is an MBE/DBE professional consulting firm that provides civil, structural, and traffic engineering, water resources, construction management and surveying services to public and private clients throughout the Northeast, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions. We’re headquartered in Boston with offices in Baltimore and Landover, MD; Lincoln, RI; and Louisville, KY. For more information please visit www.bryant-engrs.com or follow us on twitter @BryantEngineers.