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Ardmore Roderick Field Engineer, Inspector – Rail & Transit in Chicago, Illinois
Ardmore Roderick is seeking Field Engineers/Inspectors to join our team. The Field Engineers/Inspectors will report directly to a Project Manager, Resident Engineer, or Lead Field Engineer. Each Field Engineer/Inspector will undertake responsibility for on-site inspection and associated daily progress documentation on one or more assigned construction projects.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must be able to read and understand the construction contract documents and be familiar with interpreting plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
Performs tasks related to all field inspection and engineering activities on a construction project or multiple concurrent construction task orders and involves a combination of office and work site visits.
Implements and utilizes an established file system and procedures setup for each project.
Prepares and submits daily progress reports originated by oneself for the construction activities inspected.
Ensures that field work incorporates latest contractor submittals and is documented on as-built set of drawings.
Checks and confirms that project payment item quantities are calculated correctly.
May participate in field construction meetings with contractor and client representatives.
Prepares time and material changed work documentation and calculations.
Verifies that specified quality control tests are performed as needed, inspection test records are submitted in a timely manner, and corrective actions implemented, if necessary, by the contractor.
Other field engineering tasks and duties assigned by the Project Manager or Resident Engineer or Lead Field Engineer.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of construction codes, standards, and materials.
Proficiency in MS Office – Excel, word; some experience in a database program.
Knowledge of computer software tools such as eBuilder, PlanGrid, and LoadSpring.
Ability to work independently and takes initiative to perform tasks to meet deadlines.
Organized, safety and quality minded.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
An A.S., B.S. or B.A. degree in an appropriate construction‑related, technical, or engineering field or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training, and/or related experience.
Five years of field construction inspection and engineering experience on significant transportation projects.
Available to work day, night, or weekend shifts.
Ability to communicate with project team staff or others.
Valid drivers’ license.
OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS:
Previous experience on an operating rail or transit system, and Design-Build construction projects.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering-related field with career desire to advance in construction management.
If you are looking for the opportunity to gain invaluable experience and thrive in an independent environment, this may be the position for you. Ardmore Roderick offers a competitive salary and benefits package as well as the opportunity to significantly impact the development of our rapidly growing firm.
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