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SESI Consulting Engineers · 1 month ago

Inspector (Geotechnical)

Parsippany, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$50K/yr - $70K/yr

1+ years exp

SESI Consulting Engineers is a progressive consulting engineering firm recognized for its innovative geotechnical, site/civil, and environmental engineering solutions. The Inspector (Geotechnical) role involves overseeing construction projects to ensure compliance with specifications, conducting inspections, and preparing reports while maintaining adherence to safety regulations.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyLegal

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Conducts pile inspections, inspections of deep dynamic compaction process

Observes compacted fills (including use of nuclear density gauges)

Observes utility installation, concrete testing and rebar inspection

Measures distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of structural installations and layouts

Performs inspections of deep dynamic compaction process

Verifies levels, alignment, and elevation of installations

Observes work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed and materials used conform to specifications

Prepares samples of materials for laboratory testing and performs the tests

Examines workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standard and approves installation

Interprets blueprints and specifications for Contractor and discusses deviations from specified construction procedures to ensure compliance with regulations governing construction

Records quantities of materials received or used during specified periods

Maintains daily logs of construction and inspection activities and completes daily progress reports

Prepares sketches of construction installations

Participates in environmental audits and prepare data summaries, data tables, data mapping and presentation, and preparation of environmental reports

Follows blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment

Assists environmental engineers in the development of remediation devices

Classifies soils according to standard types

Examines rocks, minerals, and fossil remains to identify and determine sequence of processes affecting development of earth

Applies knowledge of chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics to explain these phenomena and to help locate mineral, geothermal, and petroleum deposits and underground water resources

Applies geological knowledge to engineering problems encountered in construction projects, such as dams, tunnels, and large buildings

Prepares geologic reports and maps, interprets research data, and recommends further study or action

Conducts or participates in environmental studies

Directs drilling of exploratory borings and wells

Oversees installation of monitoring wells in accordance with state and federal requirements

Collects or supervises collection of soil and groundwater samples for analysis of chemical composition

Determines direction of groundwater flow based on review of historical records and site specific data

Performs environmental soil sampling

Prepares summary and certification letters and reports

Conducts pile and deep foundation inspections

Inspects ground improvement

Observes borings, test pits, geoprobes and cone penetrometer tests

Conducts permeability testing and well monitoring

Prepares project cost estimates, proposals, reports and mentors junior staff

Works under general supervision with latitude for independent judgment

Displays moderate skills with high level of proficiency

Adheres to environmental, construction and OSHA safety policies and procedures to be in compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations

Consults with senior peers on certain projects

Identifies the potential for new projects and seeks opportunities to promote the company’s services on an ongoing basis

Travels 100% of the time which may be out of state

Qualification

Geotechnical engineeringConstruction inspection40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certificationAutoCADNuclear Density GaugeMathematical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Ability to review and understand plans, specs, and reports including site, grading, utility, foundation, details, structural, drawings, architectural, grading, federal, state and local regulations

40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification

Valid Driver's License and possess reliable transportation to access job sites

Proficient in communicating both verbal and written in the English language

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community

Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format

Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of solid geometry and trigonometry

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Proficient or familiarity with AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, NitroPro, GSLOPE, KeyWall, Rocscience, MS Word, Excel, Adobe

Position requires ability to use tools such as a lump hammer, shovel, hand auger, Nuclear Density Gauge

Preferred

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or one to four years related experience and/or training with HS Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience

ACI/NICET/NJ DCA Special Inspector and Nuclear Densometer certification a plus