Construction Inspector

DLZ Corporation is an award-winning architecture and engineering firm serving public and private entities across the nation. As a multidisciplinary firm, DLZ provides engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition and materials testing. DLZ is consistently ranked one of Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 150 U.S. Design Firms and a previous ENR Midwest Design Firm of the Year. Our growth is a testament to the quality of our work and the satisfaction of our clients.

Our mission is to build on our reputation for excellence by becoming the preferred architectural, engineering, and environmental firm. We focus on meeting and exceeding our clients' expectations and are known for our competence, integrity, and contributions to the people and communities we service and in which we live.

DLZ currently has Construction Inspector / Observer openings in Michigan.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all phases of field assignment. Interpret specifications, working drawings and convey intent to the contractor.
• Responsible for all aspects of field inspection, testing, testing coordination, sampling, equipment, and equipment maintenance on assigned project.
• Obtain and record field data, in a legible and organized fashion; as required by the plans, specifications, or project staff. Generate and compile field reports.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment as required.
• Work with project staff on design changes.
• Communicate with all entities keeping everyone fully informed.
• Record daily installed construction quantities to review payment requests in terms of progress and amount completed to date.
• Understand the public health and safety requirements and be fully trained in the proper safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or other relevant field, or
• Associates Degree (in applicable field), plus 2 years related experience, or
• High School Graduate or equivalent, with a minimum of 5 years related experience.
• Certifications and training such as Field Book density, compaction, asphalt, concrete, aggregate or others.
• MDOT Construction Inspection Prequalification required.
• Experience with MDOT or municipal inspection preferred.
• Experience with construction of municipal infrastructure such as waterlines, sanitary and storm sewer construction, sidewalks, and ADA ramps, roadways and other site structures is required.
• Ability to use mobile devices for communications and record keeping.
• Past experience with Project Wise, Field Book a plus.
• Must have a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to pass a background investigation and drug testing.
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements.

Benefits:

At DLZ, we offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• 401(k) - Regular and Roth
• Paid Parental leave
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- and Long- Term disability
• Innovative wellness program with wellness reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer:

At DLZ we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. DLZ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer; employment decisions are based on business needs, merit, and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws. True innovation and success come from respecting, empowering, and leveraging the unique perspectives, skills, and experiences of everyone.