Job Description

McKim & Creed is a leading top 150 ENR-ranked firm and we are seeking an enthusiastic Field Construction Observer to conduct periodic project site visits to monitor and observe construction of civil and municipal related projects to include water/wastewater, pump station, sewer, storm drain, grading, stormwater, roadway (paving/sidewalk) and general civil construction for compliance with contract documents.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WILL INCLUDE:

• Coordinate with contractors, design team and owners.
• Review and interpret construction contract documents, drawings and specifications.
• Prepare daily and periodic field observation reports and distribute to project team. Review and comment on reports prepared by others when necessary.
• Coordinate with field crews for survey and testing as required by the construction contract, and review construction materials testing reports prepared by third party testing agencies.
• Witness and document acceptance testing at various stages of construction.
• Attend and document equipment testing procedures and startups, particularly pump station or booster station facilities

• Solve problems in a timely manner (involving appropriate parties) during various stages of construction.
• Schedule, conduct and prepare documentation for substantial completion and final completion inspections, including punch lists.
• Review redlines and coordinate preparation of record drawings.
• Review project closeout documents, warranties and final payment requests.
• Perform additional construction phase services as required.
• Promote safety.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Strong Water and Sewer Background
• Water/Wastewater Construction Experience
• Must be willing and able to climb ladders, routinely travel and traverse uneven, unpaved terrain and work outside for extended periods of time on construction sites.
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Must be able to communicate with engineers, contractors and owners in an effective, professional manner.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, and either Adobe Acrobat or BlueBeam Revu
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends and/or overtime if required.
• Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned
• Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave
• Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Wilmington water team supporting varied responsibilities If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live work and play, we're glad you found McKim & Creed.

WATCH THIS VIDEO TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE A PART OF OUR TEAM!

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.