Senior Project Construction Technician - Tret IV or V

GAI Consultants, Inc. is looking for a transportation Senior Project Construction Technician with a WV Transportation Engineering Technician (TRET) level 3 or 4 to serve as inspectors to support highway/bridge projects throughout West Virginia. The successful candidate will be eligible for a sign-on bonus. 

The Specific Duties of this position include:  

• Verification that the contractor's work being performed is in accordance with plans and contractual specifications.
• Perform calculations for contractor payment.
• Ability to read construction plans and documents. 
• Good communication skills.
• Write daily technical reports

General Characteristics

• Assists Task Managers and Project Manager as needed on technical aspects of the project; recognized as having advanced knowledge within a specialized technical area, well-rounded in aspects of consulting and the industry.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 16+ Years of Experience

Education

• H.S Graduate

Certification/Licensure

• Driver’s License    

Technical Responsibilities

• Responsibilities involve performing and overseeing field monitoring on various multisite/phase construction projects of moderate to large scale, scope, and/or complexity, including placement of concrete, earthwork, roadway paving, buildings, structures, foundations, and building materials. Generates and substantiates reports and documentation regarding construction, materials, integration, equipment, and operations.

Project and Task Management

• Can Manage Tasks

Management Responsibility

• Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
• Implements staff development plans within their practice segment, including technical, management, and leadership skills.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of leaders and teams.

Communication Skills

• Possesses exceptional oral and written communication skills, including negotiation of critical issues.
• Integrates different forms of effective and persuasive communication to technical and nontechnical audiences

Why GAI? 

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that’s committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.   

Benefits To Working at GAI Include: 

• Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) 
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program  
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays 
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement