Construction Inspector
Department Construction
CEI
Employment Type Full Time
Location Monroe MI
Description The Mannik & Smith Group Inc. MSG is a people focused award-winning full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering environmental consulting planning landscape architecture agriculture surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650 professionals deliver integrated planning design engineering and construction solutions.
Due to MSGs continued growth a new opening is available for a Construction Inspector to assist with our projects in location
Key Responsibilities Perform daily field inspection of construction activities for conformance with project plans specifications and industry standards.
Monitor contractor operations safety practices work quality and materials placement.
Document project activities using MDOT-compliant reporting methods FieldManagerFieldBook AASHTOWareor similar.
Conduct measurements verify quantities verify materials and assist with pay item documentation.
Observe and document testing of materials e.g. concrete soils asphalt performed by certified technicians.
Communicate effectively with contractors clients and internal MSG staff regarding project progress and issues.
Assist with change documentation field sketches as-built recordkeeping and punch lists.
Support project engineers and project managers with field data photos reports and progress updates.
Ensure compliance with MDOT local agency and project-specific requirements.
Attend progress meetings as needed.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise 3-10 years of construction inspection experience.
Experience with roadway bridge municipal and utility construction.
Familiarity with MDOT specifications procedures and documentation standards.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans technical specifications and project manuals.
Strong communication organizational writing and documentation skills.
Valid drivers license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Michigan.
Ability to work in outdoor environments and on active construction sites.
Preferred Certifications Common for AECTransportation Construction Inspection Candidates are not required to possess all of these but the more the better-especially for MDOT work.
MDOT-Specific Certifications MDOT FieldManager FieldBook ASHTOWare Training
MDOT Construction & Technology C&T Courses
MDOT Density Technician
Michigan Concrete Field Testing - MCA Level 1
MDOT Bituminous Asphalt Paving Inspection
MDOT Aggregate Technician
MDOT Material Acceptance
Industry Certifications ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I
NICET TransportationHighway Construction Inspection Level II or higher
MDEQ EGLE Part 91 Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control SESC - Construction Stormwater Inspector
OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
Certified Stormwater Operator CSWO
Michigan Certified Hot Mix Asphalt HMA QAQC Technician
Work Zone Safety ATSSA Traffic Control Technician preferred
Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Training if applicable
Other Prefered Certifications Proficiency with AASHTOWare FieldManager e-Construction tools or similar documentation platforms.
Ability to resolve field issues proactively and work independently.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Benefits 401k w company match
Health insurance w HSA option Vision Dental Life
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment and all employees with equal opportunity without regard to race color religion national origin age sex height weight marital status arrest record disability pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information military or veteran status andor any other protected classes covered by any local state and federal laws.