Independent Field Inspector Jobs in Miami, FL (NOW HIRING)

Ardurra is looking for a Senior Construction Inspector to join our water and wastewater team in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

This role will support water and wastewater treatment facility and infrastructure construction projects located locally in the Miami area and South Florida.

This opportunity is a great fit for experienced construction professionals who have an interest or experience in water & wastewater construction projects, contributing positively to the environment and benefiting local communities.

Primary Function

Typical duties for this position include observing contractor construction activities and reviewing work to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications. The inspector will be responsible for tasks such as managing construction documents, conducting inspections, collecting field data, and establishing quantity and cost estimates. The ideal candidate should be flexible, client-focused, and capable of working independently as well as under the supervision of project managers.

Primary Duties

• Responsibilities will include observing that the work is completed in general accordance with the drawings and specifications.
• Daily field reporting, tracking contractor's installed quantities, witnessing tests, and documenting test results.
• Serve as a liaison between Ardurra, the Owner, and the contractor.
• Receives direction from the Project Manager.
• Review, log, and process Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, change order proposals, general correspondence, payment applications, and other related construction administration activities.
• Knowledge of water or sewer pipelines is strongly preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and familiarity with operating smart devices and computers preferred.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent. Civil Engineering related coursework/certifications, Associates Degree preferred
• 3-15 years in the Construction field or Construction Management/Field Services
• Background in utilities construction/inspections, including mechanical and piping construction required. Previous experience in municipal utility inspections a plus
• APWA Certified Public Infrastructure Inspector (CPII) and Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention Practitioner (QSP) Certifications preferred

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates. 

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