Special Inspector - ACI 1

Description

KS Engineers, P.C. (KSE) is a mid-size engineering and construction management firm ranking in the ENR Top 500 for design and ENR Top 100 for construction management. We are headquartered in Newark, NJ, with regional offices in New York City and Newburgh, NY; Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA; Mount Laurel and Mount Arlington, NJ; and Rocky Hill, CT. The firm provides engineering, construction management, and land surveying services to both public and private sector clients. KSE offers a full range of employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), long- and short-term disabilities, and term life insurance. KS Engineers, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position – Special Inspector – ACI 1                        

Reports to: Manager – Special Inspections

Technical Responsibilities:

- Duties can include travelling to various project sites daily, monitoring construction operations, and using applicable field-testing procedures and equipment to perform required field inspections and testing, as well as all related testing as required by the project and client to determine conformance with project plans and specifications.

- Preparation of daily field reports, communication of deficiencies observed in the field to project managers, contractors, and /or client representatives, and the interpretation of project – related drawings and documents.

- Possesses strong supervisory and technical skills, effective time-management skills, strong computer skills, excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

- Ability to follow project specifications.

- Possesses a thorough knowledge of construction processes.

- Responsive to Client and other KSE Manager/ needs, and all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Physical Responsibilities:

- Handle, inspect, and /or feel materials and/or equipment relevant to the job.

- Communicate with colleagues, supervisors, and clients using company email and telephone systems.

- Move around on the jobsite, including ascending or descending on the landscape or on a ladder, and positioning oneself appropriately to assess necessary testing materials and equipment, usually for prolonged periods of time.

- Lift and/or move up to 50lbs for some types of monitoring and inspections

-  This position requires physical ability to perform field inspections

· Ability to work in diverse weather conditions

· Extended periods of standing and walking possibly on uneven or challenging terrains

· Climbing, bending, kneeling

· Working long hours

Educational Requirements

- HS Degree or Equivalent

Experience:

- 1 year in inspecting construction work in the city of NY OR NJ, varied in size and complexity.

- Detail Oriented

- Familiarity with concrete sampling and testing as per requirements of ACI 318 & section 1704.4 of the NYC building code.

Professional Licenses/Registrations

- ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade 1.

- OSHA30 Preferred

Professional Development:

- Willing to pursue professional development, training, and licensing.

KS Engineers, P.C. is an EOE/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer. KSE will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or other status protected by law.