Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking an experienced Civil/Mechanical Construction Inspector for a project in the Phoenix, AZ area. The ideal Civil/Mechanical Constructions Inspector will have an outstanding work ethic and high integrity to provide construction Inspection on water and wastewater infrastructure projects. 

Responsibilities: 

Primary duties of a Civil/Mechanical Construction Inspector are to inspect construction work to ensure conformance with contract documents and all applicable codes and standards.  Work includes preparation of daily written reports, contractor time and material records, review contractor’s request for additional compensation, preparation of descriptions/reasons/estimates for change orders, verification of work in place quantities for contractor payment applications, coordination of construction work with facility operations and other stakeholders and ensuring the safety and quality of the work.

• Prepare written communication between owner and contractor  
• Coordinate meetings with contractors, clients, and staff  
• Providing quality assurance of contractor work
• Tracking contractor schedule and documentation compliance
• Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses
• Perform field materials sampling and testing that includes tests for: concrete slump and air content, concrete compressive specimens, compaction, moisture, and aggregate gradation.
• Perform measurements and calculations necessary to determine quantity of work performed and materials required.
• Check layout and dimensions of work by utilizing basic tape measures, rules and other instruments.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.
• Compose reports with a daily log of construction activities, personnel assigned, equipment used, weather conditions, and other information pertinent to the progress of the work.
• Write reports to document field inspections and tests performed.
• Collaborate with other field representatives or project managers.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications, and identify discrepancies or conflicts within the documents.

Qualifications:

• Technical school and/or associates degree preferred. High School Diploma required.
• 5 or more years experience with all facets of construction including civil and mechanical installations.
• Certifications for specialty inspections of steel, concrete, welding, coatings, and other aspects of infrastructure projects is a plus. 
• Experience with sewer rehabilitation, municipal projects, water and wastewater pipelines, agriculture pump stations, and/or water or wastewater treatment plants, for both new construction and rehabilitation, is strongly preferred.  
• The ability to exercise deductive reasoning and independently resolve problems.
• Experience using survey equipment to check and confirm construction.
• Ability to interpret construction schedules
• OSHA 10 Hr. Certification is a plus
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with ability to travel as needed.

Hourly pay range for this position is anticipated to be $45.00 to $60.00 and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location. 

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs. 

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