Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 1,800 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #60 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.
JMT's Herndon CEI Team is seeking a Utility Inspector to evaluate, coordinate and arrange for the relocation and adjustment of utilities in conjunction with highway construction or maintenance projects. This position will ensure that such adjustments are properly performed in accordance with State and Federal requirements and are in accordance with project schedules. The successful candidate will have the knowledge, skills and abilities to provide utility companies and municipalities with plans, plan revisions and other pertinent information that will culminate in the expedient relocation of the utility facilities. This position will also coordinate with other sections such as bridge, location and design, and in plan (water, sewer) to ensure relocation meets the project requirements. Sponsorship not available for this opportunity.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Knowledge of highway plans, specifications and standards, construction procedures, sequencing laws, policies and procedures, and environmental regulations.
Knowledge of the various utility facility methods, requirements and construction techniques is also required
Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, and elevation of structures, fixtures, grades and/or pavement to ensure compliance to plans and codes
Coordinate and supervise project inspection activities to ensure contractor compliance of plans, contract documents, specifications and standards
Assign, schedule and maintain subordinate inspection staff throughout all phases of the project
Work on behalf of the Client to draft project correspondence, facilitate project meetings, and resolve construction related field issues
Gathers and maintains record documents
Makes field notes and computations
Interact with the general public, government agencies, contractors, sub-contractors, and other internal and external parties to respond to inquiries
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
Required Skills
Strong Computer proficiency
Active driver's license
Required Experience
High school diploma or equivalent (may be substituted for experience)
6+ years of Construction Inspection Experience
Client requested certifications
Preferred Experience
Associates or bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
Supervisory experience in construction management/inspection situations
Ability to act in an Owner's Agent/Responsible in Charge role
Working Conditions
Work is performed in the field. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
Job Competencies
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
Building Relationships and Teamwork
Client Focus
Communication
Dependability
Job Proficiency
Quality Service
Safety
JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
