Project Inspector (Full-Time)

About the role

MBP is seeking a Project Inspector to support successful projects in the Washington/Baltimore DC metropolitan area. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of combined education and/or experience in construction quality management, particularly in general construction and the installation of Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Represent the client on-site, overseeing quality assurance, documentation, cost control, and time management services.
• Perform inspections, prepare reports, track deficient work, and communicate with clients, designers, contractors, and MBP personnel to ensure successful project completion.
• Perform inspections to verify construction is completed in accordance with contract plans and specifications, approved material submittals and shop drawings, and codes.
• Prepare daily reports.
• Identify, report, and track deficient work until resolved.
• Communicate effectively with clients, designers, contractors, and MBP personnel.
• Participate in and assist in documenting project meetings.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of weekly and monthly reports for ongoing project progress.
• Inspect all phases of work on a project and advise the contractor superintendent, or other representatives, of necessary action to ensure conformance with plans, specifications, and the contract.
• Reject non-compliant work as delegated by the Project Owner.
• Assist in the review of contractor submittals (to include CPM schedules, materials, and methods) for conformance, prepare reports and recommend whether to reject or accept submittals.
• Participate in final inspections, prepare punchlists, and verify items on the punchlist are completed or corrected by the contractor.
• Provide customer service and good etiquette to the public, adjacent property owners, and other project stakeholders.
• Independently adapt and implement changes to standard construction practices and procedures to meet field conditions.
• Support analytical assignments which may include constructability review, cost estimating, change order review, and schedule review.
• Obtain and maintain training and certifications as necessary for the performance of duties.
• Actively participate in company activities, including but not limited to Area and company meetings.

Requirements

• Experience 7 or more years of combined education and/or experience in construction quality management related to general construction and the installation of Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and related systems.
• Experience supporting new and/or renovation projects in healthcare, laboratory, education (higher-ed and K-12), and/or federal or local government projects is desired.
• Demonstrated expertise in quality control, quality assurance, construction management, engineering design, or related fields.
• Education/Knowledge: High school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), plus 7 years of related experience and/or education; Associate's degree, plus 5 years of related experience and/or education or higher strongly preferred; Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field, plus 2 years of related experience and/or education.
• Considerable construction-related training (i.e., coursework in construction, mechanical engineering, project management, or materials testing/inspection).
• Knowledge of codes, materials, methods, and tools utilized in construction, repair, or renovation work.
• Knowledge of a full range of construction inspection tasks, ranging from routine to significant complexity.
• Preferred certifications include CQM (Construction Quality Management), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), Journeyman, or Master certification/license.

Skills and Abilities

• Specialized expertise with quality assurance and quality control techniques.
• Work independently and handle all aspects of a project, including client interface, technical issues, documentation, and reporting.
• Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations.
• Identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences.
• Have computer skills and be proficient in using Microsoft Office applications, Email, Internet navigation, web-based tools, and other specialized equipment.
• Read and interpret plans and contract specifications.
• Apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to verify compliance of work being installed.
• Communicate quality issues effectively and responsibly (verbally and in writing) with internal and external customers (i.e., contractors, owners, subconsultants, architects, engineers, and fellow team members).
• Obtain and maintain required certifications.
• Stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Able to safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain.

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees), a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses, and generous paid time off. Additional benefits include mental health resources, company-wide wellness activities, and training and development to support your professional growth.

Status

The position is full-time. The base salary range for this position is $85,000.00 to $105,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

• Background check will be required prior to employment.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic.