Special Inspector

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Drives to project locations; Consistently shows up for work as scheduled

+ Completes tasks and submits completed paperwork within appropriate time frame

+ Works in a field setting in close proximity to construction activity and heavy construction equipment

+ Perform structural observations and write detailed reports summarizing observations

+ Monitors construction work in progress to determine whether work is being performed to specification and is in compliance with approved plans, codes, and related requirements

+ Inspection assignments involve primarily non-residential buildings and focus on structural masonry, reinforced concrete, pre/post tension concrete, structural steel and welding, fireproofing; testing, quality control, administration, and technical review

+ Communicate field observations and test results; Promptly notifies supervisor, project manager(s) and dispatcher of problems or changes that arise on project; Prioritizes calls from supervisor, project manager(s) and/or dispatch

+ Communicate with managers, show commitment as a team player, organize work, manage time effectively, and adhere to established safety procedures

Ideal Candidate

+ COMMUNICATION SKILLS

+ Must be fluent in English

+ Written – Handwriting must be legible; must be able to compose correspondence and prepare required reports, completely and accurately

+ Verbal – Must be able to receive and follow through on instructions; maintains lines of communication, and communicates effectively, with supervisor, co-workers, clients, and contractors

+ Must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, co-workers, clients, contractors, and agencies

+ PERSONAL SKILLS

+ Attitude – Presents a professional demeanor to management, co-workers, clients, and contractors; demonstrates a predisposition for working as part of a team; displays an interest in the work.

+ Willingness – Completes assigned tasks with diligence and without complaint; does what is necessary to get the job done on time; follows through on commitments.

+ Efficiency/Accuracy – Work is typically performed correctly the first time; demonstrates the ability to prioritize, re-prioritize, coordinate, and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously.

+ If this sounds like you, we invite you to keep reading and apply!

Required Qualifications:

+ Must be certified in, minimum, one ICC Certification ( ICC Masonry, ICC Reinforced Concrete) and willing to obtain other certifications as soon as possible

+ At least 1+ year(s) relevant experience performing special inspections on at least one type of construction material (such as soils, masonry, concrete, structural steel)

+ Minimum 2+ years of Construction Materials Testing or other construction-related experience

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills; Basic math skills (simple algebra)

+ Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

+ HIGHLY Preferred – ICC High Strength Bolting, ICC Welding, ICC Structural Steel, and ICC Masonry

+ ACI Field Grade I certification, ATTI Field certification is a plus

About Speedie & Associates

Speedie & Associates, a UES company, is a dynamic, growing, Arizona-based consulting firm with offices in Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff, Arizona.

UES is a national leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental Consulting, Occupational Health & Safety, Virtual Design Consulting, and Building Envelope. With over 3,400 team members across 70+ branches in the United States, UES provides essential engineering services to some of the most prominent and significant projects in the country. As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021 and 2022, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future.

Our Team Members

Our team members bring unique skill sets, licenses and certifications, and experience to our firm, which diversifies our team and allows us to provide a wide variety of services uniquely grounded in excellence . Our team STRIVES to uphold our core values of safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value, and excellence to ensure we meet client expectations, support our communities, and build a strong, reliable team. Our UES team members are kind, passionate, and driven, which creates collaborative workspaces and a sense of camaraderie among our team members. At UES , we are eager to hire, teach, and train the next generation of industry leaders and learn from the expertise of each team member who walks through our doors. To learn more about UES , visit teamues.com

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Team: Construction Services Department – Speedie

Work Type: Full-Time

Location Type: onsite