May lead and train subordinates; assign and review work, and counsel personnel; Administers construction contracts and supervises or inspects the quality and workmanship of the materials and contractor's methods on complex and difficult VTA construction projects to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable safety regulations; Monitors and coordinates the collection of samples of sand, aggregates, soils, concrete and other materials for testing to ensure the quality of the materials as well as mechanical and electrical equipment used in VTA construction projects; Estimates quantities of work completed and prepares the progress payment forms; Supervises or performs the preparation of records, reports, red-lined drawings, and other field office engineering work; Checks quality of materials and construction methods by personal inspection or use of supporting staff and ensures maintenance of records regarding quality and acceptance of materials used and delivered; Coordinates materials testing, construction surveying and electrical inspections; Maintains a complete set of project records, reports, and correspondence for each assigned project; Notes errors and deviations and consults with higher-level inspectors or project engineers; Inspects VTA right-of-way activity and land grading operations performed under VTA permit; Assists in developing specifications, plans, and schedules for the bid process and performs constructability reviews; Evaluates and prepares documentation for change orders and contract claims. Investigates complaints and resolves disputes which develop between the Authority, contractor, outside agencies, or the public; Schedules final inspections and recommends acceptance of projects; Arranges and conducts pre-construction meetings, and makes suggestions in establishing or modifying the procedural guidelines for the project; Reviews and interprets plans, specifications, and sites to become familiarized with various aspects of VTA construction projects; Participates in meetings to discuss construction details and resolves issues; acts as a liaison and coordinates with the general contractor, architects, engineers, project consultants, contractors, utility companies, and government agencies; Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all parties concerned in a project; Receives and processes underground service alert notices from regional utility notification centers; Performs related site visits and utility locating services as necessary; May serve as a backup to the Permit Technician in the processing and issuance of Construction Access Permits and Restricted Access Permits; May provide information to interested parties regarding VTA's permit process, permit fee structure, and related procedures as required; Performs other related duties as required.