Construction Inspector

Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors, committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre-development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations.

This is a federal contracting opportunity that we, the Company, are bidding on and has not been awarded. The availability of this position is contingent upon successful award of the contract.

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Construction Inspector to support the recapitalization of Pier Mike at USCG Base Charleston. The project involves demolition of the existing pier, construction of a new pier exceeding 1,000 feet in length and 80 feet in width, installation of a new Electrical Support Structure, dredging, bulkhead repairs, utility improvements, and development of storage and parking areas. The selected Construction Inspector will provide full-time construction inspection and on-site surveillance services throughout the duration of this marine infrastructure project.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time construction inspection and site surveillance services for the Pier Mike recapitalization project
• Monitor construction activities associated with the demolition of the existing Pier Mike and construction of the new pier
• Review and interpret contract drawings and specifications to support inspection activities
• Inspect waterfront construction work, including concrete structures in marine environments
• Observe and inspect site improvement activities related to underground utilities and stormwater management features
• Support oversight of design-build construction activities to help ensure work is performed in accordance with project requirements
• Monitor construction associated with dredging, bulkhead repairs, utility installations, exterior storage areas, and parking lot improvements
• Perform on-site inspection services throughout the project duration and, when required, support extended work hours of up to 10% beyond the standard schedule

Requirements

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply contract drawings and specifications
• Strong skills in construction inspection and on-site project surveillance
• Knowledge of waterfront construction, including concrete structures in marine environments
• Experience with site improvement projects involving underground utilities and stormwater management systems
• Familiarity with design-build construction projects and related construction activities
• Understanding of Federal Government construction projects and construction oversight responsibilities
• Ability to monitor and inspect work related to dredging, bulkhead repairs, utility installations, storage areas, and parking lot improvements
• Ability to work full-time at the construction site and support additional hours when required by project needs

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of construction experience as a Construction Inspector, Contractor Superintendent, or Quality Control Manager
• Candidates with at least 5 years of relevant experience may qualify if they also meet the specified education or certification requirements
• Minimum 2 years of experience on Federal Government construction projects within the last 10 years
• Experience serving as a government Construction Inspector, Contractor Superintendent, or Quality Control Manager on Federal construction projects
• At least 2 years of experience with waterfront construction projects, including concrete structures in marine environments
• At least 2 years of experience with site improvement projects involving underground utilities and stormwater management features
• At least 2 years of experience working on design-build construction projects
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering can be used as an alternative qualification if the candidate does not have 10 years of experience
• A Professional Engineer (PE) certification obtained within the last 10 years is an acceptable alternative qualification
• A PMP (Project Management Professional) or QA/QC certification earned within the last 10 years is also acceptable
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license

Working Environment

This position primarily operates in a professional office setting with standard office equipment and a quiet, climate-controlled environment. While in the office, there is no regular exposure to loud noise, hazardous materials, or heavy machinery. This role also requires periodic travel to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions found on job sites. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required during these visits, depending on site conditions. While on site visits, an individual in this role will be required to work atypical hours at the request of the client or role demands.

Physical Demands

• Sitting/Standing: This is not a sedentary role. This role requires the ability to be on your feet moving around a construction site for most of the day interacting with contractors, contractor representatives, and inspecting the construction work that is being performed.
• Walking: This role requires the ability to move about outside in various geographic and building terrains to access a construction site to provide quality assurance services.
• Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: This role requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and ladder climbing to inspect all aspects of building construction to foundations, crawlspaces, and roofs.
• Using Hands/Fingers: This role constantly operates technological office equipment such as laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, and scanners, copiers, and fax machines.
• Talking/Hearing: This role requires constant communication with others in the organization to exchange information, review information, and make decisions about information.
• Seeing: This role requires the ability to see, view, and distinguish all aspects of construction to ensure quality control.
• Carrying/Lifting: This role requires lifting up to 30 lbs to transport technological office equipment, safety equipment, and other needed construction items to and from various workspaces.

Bodwé Group Companies engage in federal contracting. Native American hiring preference is given in the following order: first, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens; second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents; third, to other qualified Native Americans; and fourth, to all other qualified applicants.