Job description
Garver has an opening based out of our North Little Rock, Arkansas office for a
Construction Observer whose primary duties will include the inspection and observation of roadway and bridge construction projects.
This position will be responsible for observing, inspecting, and documenting construction activities and will be under the supervision of the Project Engineer or Manager assigned to a specific project. This position will assist the Project Engineers and Project Managers as needed to ensure that the project is built in accordance with project plans and specifications under which the contract was awarded. The candidate selected for this position will report directly to Garver’s on-site Project Engineer or Manager of the project(s).
Primary responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
- Regular use of written and oral communication skills
- Regular Overnight Travel
- Reading and interpreting data, information, and documents
- Analyzing and solving problems
- Observing and interpreting situations on construction job sites
- Performing highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks
- Working under intensive deadlines
- Interacting with staff, contractors, the public, and others encountered in the course of work
Applicants must be capable of considerable physical activity in an outdoor setting including but not limited to light lifting, bending, stooping and climbing, walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, and regularly operating motorized vehicles.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in construction inspections, surveying or materials testing and inspection
- Ability to travel up to 100% of the time
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Skills
- Surveying or materials testing and inspection experience
- Experience in observing water and sewer construction projects
- Working knowledge of Mississippi DOT Specifications
- Coursework in Construction Management
- Computer and electronic filing of documents using Site Manager
- Certified Concrete Technician (ACI Certification)
- Traffic Control/Safety training
- Other testing and inspection certifications
Grow With Us
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned multidisciplined engineering, planning, and environmental services firm with more than 1,000 employees across the United States. Offering a wide range of services focused on aviation, construction, facilities, federal, survey, transportation, water, and wastewater, Garver sits in the top 125 of the
Engineering News-Record's prestigious Top 500 Design Firms list and is consistently recognized as a best firm to work for. Learn more at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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