Description:

Performs quality control and inspection services on construction projects. Ensures the quality of materials and equipment in any phase of manufacture, shop, or field fabrication, delivery, or installation, comply with contract documents. Responsible for a portfolio of one or more projects with an average value of $10M-50M. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

1. Coordinates system-wide inspection processes. Ensures critical activities are achieved in a timely manner and in accordance with facilities inspections protocol.

2. Performs jobsite walkthrough inspections to ensure procedures are followed and materials conform to contract specifications. Inspects work for compliance with standards, details, plans, and best practices.

3. Creates and maintains detailed and accurate project inspection documentation in both electronic file format as well as hard copy. Compiles and reviews contract documents and reports on inspection status, contract compliance, and quality control.

4. Communicates with clients, co-workers and project team members, meeting needs within project scope and through core values and timely communication.

5. Identifies discrepancies or conflicts within construction documents.

6. Monitors safety and traffic control procedures on assigned sites. Informs affected parties of potential noise, utilities interruptions, and other interference to normal activities.

7. Develops and maintains professional working relationships with construction contractors, subcontractors and consulting teams.

8. Monitors construction project closeout, including warranties, operating manuals, and completion verification.

9. Ensures correct and timely construction project closeout, including warranties, operating manuals, and completion verification.

10. Performs other job-related duties as required.

MQ: Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or related Architectural Engineering related discipline.

Experience: Requires a minimum of five (5) years in construction management, construction inspection, or construction supervision, preferably in educational facilities.

Certification/Licensing: Licenses or certification (e.g., State issued, International Code Council, IAPMO, and/or NFPA) highly desirable.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.