Resident Engineer / Senior Inspector

Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities. 

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision. 

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Resident Engineer/Senior Inspector for a client in Los Angeles County.   

Ability to perform all essential functions:   

• Monitor and inspect the work of contractors to ensure proper construction methods are utilized.  
• Review plans, specifications, submittals, drawings, change orders, and Requests for Information for requirements of the construction contract to be applied in the field.  
• Prepare and maintain documentation including inspection logs, daily reports, force accounts, materials testing, and other construction records. 
• Draft Construction Weekly Progress Reports (CWPR) for review and distribution by the PM. 
• Prepare and maintain digital photographic documentation of assigned projects.  
• Take or Verify field measurements/quantities for contract payments.  
• Coordinate and communicate construction activities between contractors, tenants, other departments, and the general public.  
• Participate or lead coordination discussions between survey team and contractors.  
• Identify construction issues and problems and recommend potential solutions.  
• Participate in the review of initial project designs before plans are finalized and put out for bid.  Assist with bid quantity take-offs.  
• Inspect project site conditions and ensure contractors utilize and maintain Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control (TESC) best practices according to the standards of each project; report any TESC or environment related issues. 
• Update design plans/drawings based on changes that occur during actual construction; document reasons for change; and ensure drawings are an accurate representation of work performed.  
• Coordinate material deliveries and delivery logistics including time of day and proper delivery routes.  
• Identify, document and track closure of contractor work that is out of compliance or deficient; Initiates NCRs for action by the PM.  
• Participate in managing and inspecting project punch lists, cover inspections and provide status reports on completion progress. 
• Participate in planning, preconstruction, coordination, progress, scheduling and field project team meetings.  
• Monitor change order work in the field and sign-off on force account work tickets. 
• Witness special inspections, testing (on or off-site) of contract material, equipment, and installations. 
• Participate with or lead coordination efforts between outside consultant inspection agencies (special inspection & testing, environmental, hazardous materials) and contractors; Verify/evaluate consultant invoices and provide recommendation for payment.  
• Coordinate routine shutdown requests from contractors with customers, tenants and department, which includes notification to all interested parties and obtaining required approvals/signatures; Issue CAFs. 
• Escort consultants, contractors, visitors to project sites  
• Monitor the excavation, loading and off-haul of hazardous materials from construction sites. 
• Inspect and ensure that project red lines /record drawings are up to date.  
• Maintain required safety training current; Participate in site safety inspections; Report safety deficiencies and violations when observed. 
• Attend meetings as necessary to keep abreast of upcoming contractor operations and safety alerts.  
• Constructability review. 
• Attend off-site testing and inspections as needed (travel will be required).  
• Participate in cost review, negotiating and finalization of the Maximum Allowable Construction Costs (MACC) and any mini-MACC’s.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

Qualifications

Communication skills 

• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business documents. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.  
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