Construction Inspector

Location:El Yunque National Forest Puerto Rico

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Position/Project Overview:

Project Solutions Inc. is seeking a qualified Construction Inspector to support the U.S. Forest Service La Mina Trail Reconstruction Project within El Yunque National Forest near Río Grande Puerto Rico. This federally funded project involves the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the historic La Mina Trail a 0.73-mile steep mountain path featuring 11 pedestrian bridges 35 stair systems retaining walls and concrete structures damaged by previous storm events.

This role is contingent upon award of project.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Verify construction work materials and methods comply with all contract drawings and specs.
• Identify deficiencies and immediately notify the Contracting Officer (CO)of non-compliant or unsafe work.
• Perform daily field inspections and hike the full La Mina Trail while documenting progress and site conditions.
• Maintain required contract files and prepare accurate daily diaries.
• Review submittals schedules and contractor-provided documents for compliance before work proceeds.
• Monitor labor equipment safety practices and federal labor/wage compliance.
• Report differing site conditions archeological finds and any required corrective actions to the CO.
• Maintain professional communication with the contractor without directing their means or methods.
• Provide clear written reports and updates to the CO to support oversight payment and final acceptance.

Required Education Knowledge and Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the field of architecture engineering and/or construction performing quality assurance and inspection services.
• Ability to communicate effective both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of concrete work rebar layout retaining walls gabions shoring erosion control and related field standards prefferd.
• Experience in preparing correspondence written reports and briefing clients and management personnel.
• Familiarity with federal construction procedures documentation requirements and FAR compliance.
• Physically able to hike the entire La Mina Trail daily (0.73 miles 468-ft elevation change steep narrow wet terrain).
• Comfortable working in remote rugged rainforest conditions with limited utilities or cell coverage.
• Knowledge of local and national codes.
• Knowledge of construction means and methods.
• Ability to interpret Architectural/Engineering plans and specifications.
• Familiarity with modern construction products (quality uses and applications).
• Knowledge of commonly utilized construction management software.
• OSHA 30-hour construction safety training preferred.
• Ability to maintain a valid drivers license.

What Does PSI Offer You

• Three options for medical plans plus dental and vision insurance offerings
• 24/7 healthcare access to telehealth services for your convenience
• HSA
• Companylife insurance options for you and your family
• Short-term and long-term disability offerings
• PLUSan $800 monthly allowance is provided to offset your PSI insurance premium costs
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match
• Generous PTO paid-federal holidays and sick leave
• Always the opportunity for professional development

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may at its discretion assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Benefit offerings subject to change.

Project Solutions Inc. is an equal opportunity employer women individuals with disabilities protected veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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