Construction Inspector at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN

Job description

The Construction Inspector (CI) is a professional of the Planning, Design & Construction (PDC) team within the Facilities Department at Vanderbilt University (VU) who will serve as a Construction Inspector and Construction Engineering Technician to provide engineering support services in the field for multiple simultaneous construction contracts between VU and private construction contractors. The types of projects may include but are not limited to new construction, renovation, demolition, environmental remediation, equipment installation, energy, or any combination of these. The individual is expected to perform most construction management tasks independently while referring only difficult problems and situations (i.e. deviations, controversial situations, policy changing issues, contractual cost or schedule impacting issues, or unusual circumstances) to the VU project Construction Management Engineer (CME) or VU Facilities Construction Director. The CI provides leadership, coordination and collaboration with the CME on all aspects related to their assigned construction projects. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness. The CI will be responsible for coordinating and executing construction-related activities necessary to successfully complete renovation and/or new construction projects in an organized manner with minimal disruptions on the University campus and building occupants. Total cost per project may range from $25K - $500M. Reporting directly to the Director of Construction, this CI will manage multiple projects and must possess the ability to work with minimal direction and yet in a team environment within the department of Facilities at Vanderbilt University. About the Work Unit: Planning, Design & Construction (PDC) supports university faculty, staff, and students in small construction and renovation projects and is part of the Facilities Department. PDC is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating activities related to completing new construction and renovation projects on behalf of Vanderbilt. PDC will coordinate the design, bid, and management of the project in a safe, timely, and organized manner. They coordinate current and potential projects with all university stakeholders. PDC acts as a representative of the university to outside vendors/dealers/contractors to acquire adequate and competitive pricing. Facilities annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 500 employees. Facilities manages major capital project expenditures totaling ~$300 million annually and facility renewal, replacement, and large maintenance project expenditures totaling ~$20 million annually. Key Functions and Expected Performance: • Evaluate and assure the contractor QC efforts of the construction contractor. Provide coordination of the construction quality management program for assigned projects. • Evaluate and assure daily contractor production on-site is in accordance with project plans and specifications. • Evaluate and assure the contractor’s safety program adheres to contract requirements. • Apply technical knowledge and sound judgment to assist in the resolution of encountered field issues, problems or conflicts. • Support Construction Management Engineer (CME) and Project Manager (PM) in the administration of construction contracts within VU Planning, Design and Construction. • Walking the campus and monitoring all assigned construction projects is expected. Communications with University Community • Ability to clearly and concisely present construction related impacts, including impacts to operations, access, road closures, etc. to the university campus with key university constituents, professional consultants, and university stakeholders in both written and verbal formats • Coordina