Waukegan, Illinois
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Posted: 16-Sep-24
Location: Denver, Colorado
Type: Full Time
Salary: $40.70-50.22/hr.
Years of Experience:
Preferred Education:
Internal Number: 24-0131
Position Summary
Denver Water’s Engineering Division/Construction Management Section is currently seeking a qualified candidate to assist us as a Construction Sr. Inspector for the Electrical discipline. This individual will be responsible for inspecting electrical, instrumentation and control (EI&C) installations on complex construction for Denver Water’s capital projects, and ensuring the Contractor’s work conforms to Denver Water standards and building codes. Any mechanical or civil experience is preferred in addition to the electrical expertise.
This position consists of inspection responsibilities along with many of the duties required of a resident engineer. Resident Engineer duties include, but are not limited to, coordination and communication of contractor activities with Denver Water’s Operations and Maintenance Sections and assistance with equipment and facility startup.
Construction Sr. Inspector is responsible for leading complex construction/capital projects for different sections of the Engineering Division. Responsible for ensuring contractor's work conforms to Denver Water standards and notifies the construction/engineering team of any deficiencies that require attention.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position may have formal supervisory responsibilities over other employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for ensuring contractors' materials and work conforms to the DW Engineering Standards, Contract Documents, and other industry standards and codes.
- Monitor field directives and changes and negotiate basic field construction changes. Communicate and administer deviations from design specifications and needed corrections to designated contractor representative, including non-conformance reports (NCR).
- Observe safety operations and communicate emanate and potential safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
- Prepare detailed daily activity and progress reports, project photos and logs, punch-lists, and other required construction documentation. Assist in surveying activities involving layout during construction and collecting survey grade accurate as-built GNSS data.
- Secure soil, concrete, water quality and other samples, and assist with testing and evaluation of samples.
- Responsible for scheduling, conducting and attending a variety of construction meetings to provide input and assist in interpreting specifications, drawings, and other technical coordinating, and administrative details.
- Act as liaison between the customer, contractor, Water Distribution, Master Meter Districts, Intergovernmental Agencies, Developer and Engineer providing necessary planning and coordination as needed.
- Responsible for submitting accurate, legible as-constructed drawings and applicable notes that become the source of a permanent record for final archive.
- Perform mathematical calculations as necessary during inspection activities.
- Ability to lead and coordinate training for junior technicians, inspectors, or other assigned personnel.
- Ability to act as a site representative to ensure effective communication and high-quality installation occurs during construction projects.
- Perform related work as required.
Denver Water is committed to creating a diverse work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number is received. Denver Water reserves the right to either close or extend a posting.
Denver Water proudly serves high-quality water and promotes its efficient use to 1.5 million people in the city of Denver and many surrounding suburbs. Denver Water aspires to be the best water utility in the nation. The organization is a responsible steward of the resources, assets, and natural environment entrusted to us to provide a high-quality water supply, a resilient and reliable system, and excellent customer service.
Denver Water offers excellent benefits that include a pension plan, 401K Plan with a 3% match, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, Health and Dental coverage, Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off. A background check will be conducted to verify the information submitted on the application. Please be sure that all information on the application is correct and complete, do not say ""see resume"". If the application is not fully completed, we (Denver Water), will not accept your application.
We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited on all Denver Water property.
An offer of employment may be contingent upon satisfactory results of a post-offer drug test and alcohol. Denver Water tests for the following: amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana (THC), opiates, and phencyclidine (PCP). A strength test may also be conducted due to the physical requirements of the position. If the position is deemed safety-sensitive or requires a CDL you will be placed on the random drug and alcohol testing list which means you may be tested if your name is selected while employed at Denver Water.
Denver Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to building a culturally diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, People of Color, veterans, and people with disabilities.
Brianna Vega
1600 W. 12th Ave.
Denver, CO. 80204-3412
EOE/MF
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Associate degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, supplemented by 1 years' college, university or trade school in math, construction management, engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 6 years of related work experience.
- Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities for the position.
Licenses, Registration, and Certifications:
- NACE Level I Industrial Coating Inspector (ability to obtain within 20 months of hire) or Water Distribution Operator Class 2 or Electrical Inspector - International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) - (ability to obtain any within 20 months of hire).
- Completion of internal GPS training certification within 6 months of hire.
- Must be able to possess and maintain a valid Class 'R' Colorado driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Desired Qualifications:
- Capital project construction or engineering experience on water or wastewater treatment projects, or other complex multi-discipline projects.
- Experience with industrial electrical installations including motor controls, medium voltage, distribution, instrumentation and controls, and PLC’s.
- Preferred experience with mechanical installations including HVAC Systems, pumps, valves, and plumbing.
- Preferred experience also with civil construction including pipelines, concrete work, and earthwork.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with contractors, Denver Water employees, other governmental entities and the public.
- Desire to grow professionally, team player and willingness to assist the Construction Management (CM) section with specific initiatives.