Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators, and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

Multiple Locations: Northern Kentucky (Burlington or Alexandria) and Cincinnati, OH 

The position will serve as a key member of the firm’s growing construction management discipline by working as an employee of the Cincinnati office on inspection projects throughout Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio. The successful candidate will perform testing and inspection services on road and bridge projects for KYTC, ODOT, and other clients, as well as inspection for improvements to airport airside and landside projects. Between field assignments, this position may involve design tasks such as constructability reviews of plans for upcoming projects as well as assisting technical staff during plan preparation.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervise 0-5 employees in Inspector role. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.  Respsonsibilities include: Interviewing, hiring, and training employees. Planning, assigning, and directing work. Appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees. Addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Additional Responsibilities

Independently Manage Construction projects and communicates with client Inspect construction crews’ work to ensure compliance with the contract documents including plans and specifications on active construction contracts Identify and inform the client project engineer or project supervisor of observed problems Work with client to address public and contractor questions Make measurements and observations of work being performed to ensure accurate quantities are tracked for completed work Monitor material testing needs and perform various Material tests when needed. Electronically document pay quantities, material requirements, and contractor staff in a daily work report using SiteManager

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree in Construction Technology or related field of study is preferred 8-10 years of KYTC and/or ODOT construction or related experience Possess a valid driver’s license Ability to pass a background check Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Good interpersonal, communication, and conceptual thinking skills Possess strong math skills, including algebra and geometry for determining areas and volumes Willingness to commute to construction projects in varying locations, work in all weather conditions, varying shifts, and weekends Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Ability to work independently for periods of time Ability to prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines Attention to detail and effective decision making and organizational skills Ability to provide support to local office, as well as availability to occasionally travel to other offices Past KYTC and/or ODOT experience is required KYTC and/or ODOT Final Construction Record (FCR) and Project Closeout experience is preferred Have, or have held in the past, all the following industry certifications for either KYTC or ODOT: ACI Level I Certification ATSSA and/or KYTC Work Zone Traffic Control Certification KYTC Aggregate Sampling Technician Qualification KYTC Grade & Drain Level I Technician Qualification KYTC Structural Inspection Level I Qualification KYTC KEPSC-RI Qualification KYTC Asphalt Best Management Practices Certification KYTC SiteManager Training and/or experience ODOT CE1 ODOT Flexible Pavements [Project Inspector] ODOT Compaction [Soils and Aggregate Inspector] ODOT Traffic [Traffic Signal and Lighting Inspector] ODOT Advanced Structures (Project Structures Inspector Ability to obtain in a timely manner any industry certifications not currently active. 

 COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $58,153- $98,845 per year.  This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. 

BENEFITS 
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: 

Medical, dental, vision insurance  401k Retirement Plan  Health Savings Account (HSA)  Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability  Professional and personal development  Generous paid time off  Commuter and wellness benefits