Field Inspector - Transportation Construction Engineering

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Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and we are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

On-Call Field Inspector - Transportation Construction Engineering

Become a Construction Inspector with the Benesch team. In this position, you will play a crucial role in supervising construction inspections throughout the Midwest US region. The perfect candidate should possess at least 2 years of practical experience in field inspections related to Railroad infrastructure projects.

Benesch’s Railroad Division is made up of highly skilled rail professionals, many of whom are former employees of operating railroads. This firsthand experience working on designing and maintaining active rail systems uniquely equips our team to develop innovative solutions to a wide variety of rail projects. 

Location

 This role is designated as a field-based position. The work will be conducted from a specified field office, and travel to various project sites is required.

The Impact You Will Have

• Daily oversight of contractors' day-to-day work.
• Enforce contractor responsibilities and ensure strict compliance with contract specifications.
• Accurately measure and validate contractor quantities in alignment with contract terms.
• Generate comprehensive daily construction reports to monitor progress and document daily undertakings.
• Monitor quality assurance documentation to verify conformity with quality standards.
• Maintain daily Field Book entries in line with documentation requisites. This includes recording tasks, workforce, and equipment usage and capturing visual progress updates and any issues encountered.
• Track the advancement of construction activities to produce detailed work reports for field orders.
• Participate in progress meetings to provide updates when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with Resident Project managers to facilitate the resolution of technical challenges.

What you will need

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience working as a field inspector on infrastructure projects
• Concrete Structure/Bridge Inspection Experience: A strong plus.
• Eager to learn and display a proactive approach to new tasks and acquire additional skills.
• Must be capable of collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing and able to travel to various project site locations across the Midwest US region.  #LI-MM1 

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch! 

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch! 

Professional Development 

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions 
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and co