Engineering Technician Inspector III

Who We Are:

Nexus Water Group is a leading regulated water and wastewater utility serving more than 1.3 million people across 20 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces.

“Nexus” means connection. Through the essential water and wastewater services we deliver, we have a very personal connection to the people, businesses, and communities we serve. This is why our operations are locally led and managed. Every day, over 1,300 professionals deliver vital, safe, and reliable service through over 670 water systems and 360 wastewater systems.

What We Offer:

• Paid Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks annually along with 11 company-paid holidays.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: The first day of the month after your start, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well.
• 401(k) Program with Matching Contribution: We offer a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of your salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Grow With Us: Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and education allowance.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include company provided life insurance and Employee Assistance Program just to name a few.

Overview:

The Construction Inspector is responsible for the monitoring, inspections, and reporting of quality and performance of capital improvement projects. This position reports to Director(s) of Engineering and serves as a primary support role for Project Managers. The position has a heavy focus on water and wastewater infrastructure construction including facilities, water distribution, sewer collection systems, and their respective sub trades. 

Perform project communication and project coordination, perform public works inspections, ensure quality control of materials and methods, maintain construction records and perform reporting, and manage construction contracts. This position’s experience and knowledge of the primary responsibilities will be advanced and the Inspector III will work independently.

What You'll Do:

•    Reads and interprets construction contracts, drawings, specifications and other project related documentation to effectively inspect, observe and report on contractor activities and to verify that the work is compliant; informs contractors and/or applicable managers of any deviations in compliance with contract documents or failure to rectify work.
•    Maintains accurate, up-to-date and factual daily log describing the activities and the work of the General Construction Contractor and/or their subcontractor, including conversations (phone calls, in person, etc.); prepares and submits related daily reports.
•    Utilizes and maintains the paper and electronic document control systems.
•    Maintains project record files; prepares deficiency reports and follows up to ensure correction.
•    Provides oversight on multiple, simultaneous projects; observes and reports on issues impacting the work or the progress of the work. Coordinates with the contractor on daily and weekly schedule tasks in the field and reports any delayed tasks to the Construction Manager. Advises contractor and reports non-compliant work or materials to the Construction Manager.
•    Conducts site safety inspections
•    Conducts site inspections for SWPPP compliance 
•    Reviews, verifies, and recommends the quantities contained in the Contractor’s monthly application for payment request and makes recommendations to the Construction Manager regarding payment of monthly application, Partial Substantial Completion, Substantial Completion, and Final Completion requests for payment; ensures timely Contractor submittal and Owner payment.
•    Attends and participates with the Contractor in all routine meetings and inspections as set forth in the Contract Documents and special meetings when requested; assists in responding to impacts and concerns of construction on the local community.
•    Assist operations staff on an as-needed basis for new service taps

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You'll Bring:

Education
•    A high school diploma or equivalent with five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Experience
•    Experience providing inspections on projects for utilities including wastewater treatment plants, sanitary sewer lift stations, water treatment plants, booster pump stations, water storage tanks, and underground piping systems
•    Basic familiarity with a broad spectrum of materials, methods, and processes used in the construction of utility projects.
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Project. Familiarity with utilizing Microsoft SharePoint and/or AutoDesk Construction Cloud is a plus.

License 
•    Valid Texas Driver’s License with insurable driving record is required.
Preferences 
•    An ACI and/or ICC certification is preferred