Construction Resident Observer Position Available In Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut

Construction Resident Observer Tata & Howard, Inc. Waterbury, CT Job Details Full-time $70,000

• $100,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications AutoCAD Civil engineering Schematics CAD 5 years Mid-level Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Civil 3D Technical writing Civil Engineering Project scheduling Construction estimating Full Job Description Resident Observer Tata & Howard, Inc.

is seeking a Resident Observer to monitor construction activity on water utility construction projects. The individual must be familiar with reading plans as to understand the scope of the project. Reporting into the Project Manager, the Resident Observer will be responsible for observing and documenting the contractor’s work to verify compliance with the contract documents. The individual will work independently on-site at various locations throughout Connecticut, and therefore requires extensive knowledge of appropriate construction practices and codes.

Responsibilities include:

Review shop drawings and submittals Prepare type-written field reports complete with photographs submitted to the Project Manager on a daily basis Review contractor’s monthly payment requisitions Observe all work is being conducted in a safe manner Check materials conform with approved shop drawings and are not damaged before installation Provide insight on field design changes and payment claims for additional work Observe all phases of construction activities for compliance with contract documents, client standards and permit requirements Ensures schedules are communicated with the Project Manager Responsible for being client, municipality and public liaison, as necessary Take measurements of completed work for payment and record plans, including swing ties Prepare progress meeting agendas, attend meetings and prepare minutes for distribution Keep Project Manager abreast of work progress and changes in the construction necessary due to field conditions by telephone calls at least two times a day This Company Describes Its Culture as: Stable

• traditional, stable, strong processes Work Remotely No, all work is done on the construction site This Job Is Ideal for

Someone Who Is:

Dependable

• more reliable than spontaneous Detail-oriented
• would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture Achievement-oriented
• enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field a plus Proficiency in CAD software, including AutoCAD and Civil 3D Strong understanding of construction processes and schematics Experience with project scheduling and management Knowledge of construction estimating and technical writing

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$70,000.00

• $100,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Waterbury, CT 06704 (Required) Willingness to travel: 75% (Required)

Work Location:

In person