Senior Construction Inspector MOT

Company: Raba Kistner Inc
Location: Austin
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Raba Kistner, Inc. is a premier Engineering Consulting and Program Management firm. Our purpose is to build a better and more sustainable world for our employees, their families, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our Core Values are:

Community "We care for our communities"
Integrity "We act with integrity"
Passion "We infuse passion into everything we do"
Quality "We believe quality comes from a culture of innovation and continuous improvement"
Growth "We dedicate ourselves to personal and business growth"

Job Duties

Raba Kistner is seeking a dependable Senior Construction Inspector MOT to join our Infrastructure team in the greater Austin area. This individual will inspect and oversee construction activities related to Maintenance of Traffic to ensure compliance with project plans, approved shop/working drawings, project documents and specifications. They will report orally and in writing to direct report on progress and delays of tasks. Responsibilities include:



Inspect and/or oversee inspection of lane closures for compliance with approved Traffic Control Plans and MUTCD
Perform daily inspection of traffic control devices including signage, barrier, striping, channeling devices, etc.
Perform bi-monthly Traffic Control Device Inspection in accordance with TxDOT form 599 requirements.
Contact assigned direct report for priorities and deadlines for assigned tasks and work to meet them.
Prepare and submit accurate, legible, comprehensive, and complete inspection reports on a daily basis in accordance with established quality procedures.
Review plans, specifications, general notes, and shop/working drawings for assigned activities prior to performing assigned duties.
Train less experience workers on work methods.
Serve as lead worker for less experienced workers.
Assist Direct Report in planning and coordinating inspection operations.
Meet with contractor's supervisors or other project leaders on assigned project sites to discuss and coordinate inspection of construction MOT.
Assign work priority tasks to assigned inspector(s)
Maintain certifications at the time of employment or that are obtained during employment.
Provide input in evaluations of employee performance.Understand, adhere, and participate in the Raba Kistner Health & Safety and BBS Programs, setting a good example of our safety standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required. A person in this position generally, but not necessarily has a minimum of 20 years' experience in roadway and related facilities. ATSAA Traffic control Supervisor (or equivalent) certification. Related experience and/or education may be evaluated to substitute. Successful applicants without the above certifications or training may be required to pursue successful attainment of the certifications. Related experience may be substituted with the approval of the client. Extensive knowledge of the State specific Manual of Uniform Traffic control Devices or National Manual of Uniform Traffic control Devices approved by the Federal Highway Administrator as the National Standard. Knowledge of materials and devices used in highway MOT as well as construction project document auditing techniques. Able to apply engineering principles. Good oral and written communications skills and ability to work in teams at different levels within the organization. Intermediate in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Must be self-motivated with good attendance record and be able to work effectively with internal and external personnel. Able to analyze, problem-solve, and recommend solutions.

Possess a valid driver's license within the applicable jurisdiction and meet firm's auto insurability requirements. Practice safe usage and maintenance of individually assigned company vehicle and field equipment including use within company policy. Able to travel to project sites and maneuver over rough and uneven terrain and work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, stop, and talk. Occasionally required to lift and/or move 100 pounds. Frequently required to use hands and reach. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, color vision, peripheral vision, focus vision and depth vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Potential exposure to movement of heavy equipment on construction or roadway sites; potential exposure to hazardous dangerous chemicals and solvents, noise, dust, fumes, grease and oils, radiant and electrical energy, and vibration; all of which would require employee to follow proper safety procedures and utilize appropriate protective equipment. May use hand tools such as sledgehammers, shovels, and picks.

This position may require protracted or irregular hours. Flexibility to work irregular hours is necessary due to client needs.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Drug Free Workplace

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