Pre Authorization Representative Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Description

Shive-Hattery has an immediate opening for an experienced Construction Representative to join our Des Moines, IA office. As one of our construction representatives you will perform hands-on, real-world work on various civil, and building projects located throughout the area. You will conduct field inspections, interpret plans and specifications, and assist with construction testing. Project types will consist primarily of infrastructure related projects including roads, trails, pedestrian improvements, stormwater, and sanitary sewer projects. Other project types could include building projects assisting multi discipline teams with construction administration and field visits. 

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree from Technical School in Construction Technology or 5+ years of construction experience in lieu of degree
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift 25+ pounds
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Contract administration and/or construction observation experience on Iowa DOT projects would be advantageous but not required.

Requirements

• Attending pre-construction and project progress meetings where necessary
• Evaluating plans and specifications for construction projects to ensure conformance with regulation
• Conducting field inspections to document and measure daily quantities of installed materials
• Issuing of violation notices and stop-work orders where structures and materials do not comply with regulations
• Referring deviations and disagreements to engineers for clarification
• Maintaining records of documentation and keep a detailed daily work log
• Assisting engineers and contractors with inquiries
• Preparing project specific reports, DOT forms, and/or daily observation reports
• Communicating with project managers, clients, and contractors regarding project specifications and testing results
• Attending close-out meetings of construction projects
• Coordinating with testing technicians to ensure all required field tests are performed
• Assisting testing team by conducting field and laboratory tests on materials to measure compliance with regulations

Why Shive-Hattery?

Our learning and teaching culture is founded on collaboration. You will learn from and teach other employees while working across disciplines. You will grow your skills and continue your professional growth at Shive-Hattery.

Shive-Hattery offers an outstanding and competitive total compensation package including competitive pay and over 35 different benefits.

Benefit Highlights

•             Medical, Dental, Vision - 4 tiers of coverage
•             Voluntary Life Insurance - Employee, Spouse, and Child 
•             Voluntary Insurance Plans - Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
•             FSA - Medical & Dependent Care
•             8 Paid Holidays + PTO 
•             Paid Parental Leave
•             401K/Roth 401K with Company Match 
•             Overtime Bonus 
•             Profit Sharing Bonus
•             First Time License Bonus
•             Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
•             Professional Development Opportunities 
•             Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
•             ...And Many More! 

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

• At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: 

To protect the interests of all parties, Shive-Hattery and its partners will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from a recruiter or staffing agency who is not operating under an executed recruiting or staffing services contract with Shive-Hattery. Please do not contact our employees directly in that regard or otherwise submit unsolicited candidate information in any form.

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.