Construction Inspector

STV has immediate needs for a Construction Inspector in Owensboro, KY for our Transportation division. You will support our current staff while assisting in growing the Construction Management and CEI practice to better service our clients statewide.

The ideal candidate is an individual who:

• Leads through example and is professionally respected.
• Is an excellent communicator.
• Possesses a strong understanding of construction safety principles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform construction inspection activities and assist in the administration of highway and bridge construction projects.
• Apply safety philosophy to all job responsibilities and work safely in an outdoor environment.
• Monitor contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
• Establish engineering controls for the construction contractor and inspect the work.
• Prepare daily inspection reports.
• Perform on-site material testing and sampling.
• Measure and document completed work.
• Read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications.
• Effectively communicate with project staff and clients, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic knowledge of computer and tablet (iPad) operation.

You will typically be assigned to KYTC or other roadway and bridge construction projects.

Requirements:

• Daily travel to project sites will be required.
• Candidates must work nights and weekends when required.
• Overnight travel is not expected but may be necessary on a limited basis.
• Candidates must hold a valid state driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, traverse rough terrain, stand for extended periods, and work outdoors in all types of weather.

Specific Requirements:

• Applicant must possess a minimum of 2 years of CEI experience.
• Applicant must possess the following KYTC certifications or have the ability to acquire them (at no cost to the candidate) within 6 months of beginning employment, as schedule permits:
  • ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1
  • KY Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control
  • Grade and Drain Level 1
  • Highway Structural Inspection Level 1
  • OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety

Compensation Range:

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At STV, we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that will reflect the clients we serve and the communities we work in, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

STV offers the following benefits * Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) * Disability insurance * Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment * 401(k) Plan * Retirement Counseling * Employee Assistance Program * Paid Time Off (16 days) * Paid Holidays (8 days) * Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) * Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) * Continuing Education Program * Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.