Civil Construction Services Inspector - Military veterans preferred

Description

Leidos is a trusted and technology-focused solutions provider. Utilities and mobile operators rely on our Power Delivery Services Team for reliable power and telecommunication expertise, as reflected through our work with more than 50 investor-owned utilities, more than 160 municipals/cooperatives, as well as a growing number of mobile operators, local utility providers and private developers. In addition to providing engineering and project management services, Leidos works with an established group of industry-leading construction partners delivering meaningful Power Delivery Solutions. Our recognition as an industry leader is confirmed by the latest national rankings by Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking Leidos within the Top 10 T&D Firms, and Top 10 Power Firms.

The Civil Construction Services Inspector will be part of an established Project Management Office within the PDS Division that provides consulting services to both public-owned and investor-owned electric utilities. These consulting services provide clients with overall project management tasks in the areas of comprehensive engineering design of electrical transmission and distribution, substation and transmission line projects nationwide.

This position is responsible for inspecting and monitoring the work of contractors on various construction sites across the state of Georgia performing civil grading, foundation installation, silvicultural / initial clearing activities, geotechnical drilling & testing, counterpoise, and environmental compliance on Power Delivery Construction Projects for Georgia Power. Candidate should have working knowledge of construction project standards including excavation best practices, various foundation types, concrete & asphalt work, soil & concrete testing, ACI & ASTM standards, construction surveying, USACE Standards, & NPDES GAR 100002 permitting. Applicant shall be fluent with reading, interpreting, and - implementing civil design drawings, especially in the areas of topographical cut/fill, erosion control, and construction layout. Candidate must ensure that work is completed safely and that it stays in compliance with industry specifications and environmental regulations. Applicant must be able to appropriately articulate these activities to property owners, engineers, project managers, and other GPC staff and represent the company in a professional manner. This position is based in Forest Park, GA, but will involve considerable statewide travel & routine overnight stays throughout the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for safety and be a mentor on safety rules and work practices
• Attend contractor and/or company Job Safety Briefing’s for daily hazard analysis
• Address and report any safety incidents immediately to supervision
• Monitor activities of multiple contract personnel on capital projects to ensure quality of work
• Call in and hold Hot Line Tags and Clearance Requests
• Verify materials for projects installed by contract personnel are correct and accounted for
• Keep and complete a daily log and/or weekly update report
• Audit and approve timesheets, pay applications, and invoices in a timely manner
• Complete Quality Value Analysis (QVA) on every project either monthly, at milestones or at the end of the project
• Verify that all locates have been called in per proper Georgia 811 procedure
• Verify that all work complies with civil design drawings and/or specifications
• Report status of projects back to coordinator
• Ensure documentation of time for personnel and equipment is correct when submitted for payment
• Distinguish differences between Georgia Power Company safety rules and contractor safety rules
• Assist with verifying quantities, scheduling and material deliveries
• Must be available to work assigned storm duty, which could include evenings, weekends, holidays and overnight travel

Background Requirements:

• 10+ years of related field experience in construction projects with a civil emphasis
• Associates or bachelor's degree in related will be preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated, progressive experience with fixed site development including clearing, grading, installation of utilities, erosion control, environmental compliance, construction inspection and oversight, contract administration
• Ability to demonstrate Proficient knowledge of Civil Construction methods and industry standards;
• Working knowledge of civil construction methods and standards as it relates to grading and excavation, structural concrete, & surveying
• Knowledge of excavation safety best practices
• Ability to plan and monitor multiple projects
• Working knowledge of contract administration as it relates to monitoring civil contractor construction activities
• Travel will be required, so candidates must possess a valid U.S. driver's license (Job related travel will be reimbursed at IRS approved rates)

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Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.