Our client, is seeking a qualified Engineering Technician candidate for their Austin team. Celebrating their 20 + years, they are a team of engineering innovators.

POSITION SUMMARY
Direct the inspection and testing activities of Contractor(s) and Inspector(s) to insure inspection activities are conducted and documented and that schedules are maintained according to project scope.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide leadership with grit and character by being a good communicator, having interest in learning, be inspiring, a visionary, a team builder, live our Purpose, help achieving our Vision, allow others to shine, taking responsibility, leading by example, and being dependable, respectful, passionate and an active listener.
• Conducts construction inspections to include roadway and bridge elements, traffic control, environmental controls, and other items related to transportation construction projects.
• Manages multiple concurrent inspection assignments based on client’s schedule.
• Reviews client construction specifications, drawings, and Federal audit requirements for public construction projects.
• Maintains field and office records. Perform complex quantity and engineering computations. Reads and interprets plans and specifications.
• Verifies that inspection staff is thoroughly familiar with plans and specifications for work and with preparation of documentation of work performed in accordance with client procedures.
• Trains/mentors staff in performing field inspections and materials testing, to verify the quality of work performed and materials used for conformance with the contract, plans, and specifications.
• Manages time accordingly to accommodate client request and project schedule.
• Analyzes situations and implement sound judgment of plans and specifications.
• Documents deficiencies and deviations from specifications and plans.
• Prepares, edits, and corrects daily work reports, change orders and pay estimates.
• Manages, delegates and audits all administrative functions associated with a project in accordance with client’s Construction Manual, including Submittals and Requests for Information.
• Identifies, report, and work out problems with the contractor to achieve compliance per Contract docs.
• Schedules testing technicians and inspection staff daily.
• Samples materials incorporated into the project.
• Oversees contractor submittals and request for information.
• Identifies environmental concerns related to project and monitor contractor environmental compliance
• Maintains certifications/training as needed to perform the above duties.
• Assists in general office administration duties, as needed.
• Communicates with contractors, client and staff.
• Performs the primary thinking encompassed by this job description.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Regional CEI Lead.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, practices, rules.
• Serve as an example of proper conduct per Company Character Qualities.
• Live our Purpose and help achieve our Vision.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES
None

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• 2-7 Relevant construction inspection experience.
• Valid Driver’s license and driving record in good standing.
• Will be expected to work hours other than M-F 8-5 and possibly in inclement weather
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Relevant technology/software experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to stand/sit/walk and lift up to 40lbs to perform required duties.
• ACI Grade I certification
• HMAC Level IB certification
• TxDOT ENV 103 and ENV 300 certifications