Position : Construction Inspector 1

Location : Denver, CO

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

Atlas is looking for a Roadway Construction Inspector 1 , who is interested in working on remote transportation projects within U.S. National Parks and Forest areas. The Roadway Construction Inspector must maintain positive working relationships with contractors, subconsultants, and state DOT or FHWA staff. The Roadway Construction Inspector will observe and report on the quality of construction activities for an assigned road construction project throughout the western and central U.S.

This position will work directly with a site project engineer, DOT or FHWA project manager who will establish clear expectations in terms of work quality, efficiency, and technical development. The employee in this position will work directly with the contractors and clients on technical aspects of the projects and therefore must be able to communicate technical requirements and deliverables clearly and concisely.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand client and customer needs.

• Operate within the customers’ safety protocols at all times.

• Complete all required documentation including Inspector’s Daily Reports on a daily basis.

• Review Contractor’s Daily Reports, Quality Control Supervisor’s Daily Report and all field documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Must be capable of performing inspection for quality workmanship, including field measurements of construction materials and products.

• Monitor construction Contractor’s quality control operations, traffic control operations and monitor any special environmental contract requirements.

• Identify changes, errors or field adjustments to the contract documents and recommend action to the Project Engineer.

• Monitor construction Contractor’s schedule.

• May perform duties of the Project Engineer in the absence of the representative.

COMPETENCIES:

• Understanding, knowledge, and certifications in inspection related to roadwork: compaction, gradation, asphalt paving, concrete (compressive and flexural), survey, reinforcement methods, drainage structures, riprap placement, subgrade stabilization and traffic safety

• Understanding of contract plans and specifications for highway construction.

• Has knowledge of OSHA guidelines and safe work practices

• Proficiency in the following highway construction inspection services:

• Asphalt pavement construction including hot plant inspection;

• Bridge construction including Portland cement batch plant inspection;

• Construction staking;

• Construction traffic control;

• Drainage structures (ditches, culverts, inlets);

• Erosion control, landscaping, mulching and seeding;

• Highway earthwork and grading;

• Highway materials testing;

• Miscellaneous highway construction features;

• Pavement striping;

• Post tensioned concrete construction;

• Recycled asphalt construction (milling and grinding);

• Structural concrete and steel construction;

• Subgrade and base course construction;

• Tunnel grouting and rock bolting;

• Wetlands mitigation and replacement;

• Retaining walls;

• Pavement preservation (chip seals, slurry seals, etc.);

• Underground utilities; and

• Sanitary sewer systems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Construction Inspector I

• 3-7 Years of increasingly responsible experience as a highway construction inspector, or

• NICET certifications- Level III (Construction), and 3 years of applicable experience, or

• Engineering Degree and 3 years of applicable experience.

• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must meet internal requirements for operation of company vehicles throughout duration of employment and must maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

• Must be willing and able to travel to job sites, sometimes for extended periods. Job sites may be located throughout western U.S.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, such as Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. Physical Demands and Work Conditions:

• Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, visual acuity, accommodation and color vision

• Moving, carrying and lifting objects in excess of 50 pounds

• Working extended hours and standing for extended periods of time

• Working in indoor and outdoor environments in conditions of extreme heat and cold

• Work in and near industrial hazards

• Working in remote project sites

Compensation:

$30 - $45 hourly

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

• Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

• Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.

• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values:

We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work. We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate and respectful way. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide. We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities. Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

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