Construction Inspector, Commissioning & Inspections Facilities & Services

Commission Inspection

Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• INSPECTION OF UNIVERSITY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
  
  Projects may be small remodels to large new construction:
  Perform onsite inspection and review reports & testing results for conformance with applicable codes, standards and intent of the project design.
  Work with Code Compliance & Fire Safety and project team to determine which inspections should be performed by University staff versus a testing lab or inspection agency.
  Review permit and/or contract documents (plans & specifications) prior to conducting inspections to determine the applicable codes, standards, and University Facilities Standards.
  Review & provide codes and standards related written feedback on construction submittals, requests for information (RFI’s), requests for proposals (RFP’s), and change orders (CO’s).
  Provide inspections for review for conformance with University Facilities Standards, or approved variances.
  Use and communicate within university project management software.
  Coordinate code required & routine inspections, walk-through, for self and other members of the C&I team.
  Attend select design review, or construction meetings, as required.
  Maintain inspection project documentation in a readily accessible location by other team members, including but not limited to field notes, photographs, logs, construction submittal reviews, checklists, etc.
  Maintain working relationship with Consultants, Contractors, Project Managers, Construction Services and In-house trades.
  Perform other inspection duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• SUPPORT TO OTHER UNITS & OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
  
  Research codes, manuals and standards, drawings and specifications, to answer questions and assist F&S personnel in making decisions for construction details and methods.
  Attend Work-Intake-Board meetings to vet recent AiM work orders and contractor proposal submissions in the My.FS portal, as needed.
  Provide assistance with commissioning activities, as needed.
  Performing assignments as requested by the Associate Director of Engineering Services.
  Perform other duties in support of Lead Inspectors and/or Associate Director(s) of Code Compliance & Fire Safety.
  
  
• DESIGN REVIEW
  
  Perform design phase and/or permit review of construction documents. Provide written comments and document potential code issues.
  Recommend changes in construction documents based on knowledge of University operations and maintenance methods and better code compliance.
  Meet with other university reviewers, project managers/coordinators, Professional Services Consultants (PSC’s), In-House designers, Users, Department Heads, Researchers, Professors, etc., to discuss proposed changes during construction.
  Provide technical review/authoring and advising on University Facilities Standards.

• CONTINUING EDUCATION
  
  Attend continuing education courses, self-study courses and seminars to learn about the codes, standards and building inspection techniques to initially obtain certification(s).
  Attend continuing education to maintain certification(s).
  Learn new technical skills for inspection, documentation, and communications.
  Provide assessment of new technologies, equipment and systems to evaluate applicability to our projects and University Facilities Standards.
  Maintain knowledge in current building codes, University Facilities Standards, State and Federal regulations, and energy codes needed to adequately meet the needs of the Commissioning & Inspection team.

Physical Demands

Working Conditions

Additional Physical Demands

Minimum Qualifications

1. Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the following categories:
A. work experience in construction management, building project management or a closely related field.
B. college coursework in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

• Associate Degree (60 semester hours) equals one (1) year (12 months)
• 90-semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

2. One (1) year (12 months) of building construction management and/or building project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

a. International Code Council - Commercial Building Inspector and/or Commercial Plans Examiner certification. If not certified at time of hire, expectation is to become certified within 11 months of hire.
b. Associates or Bachelor’s degree in construction, technology and/or design related field.
c. 5+ years of construction and/or building inspection experience.
d. Completed an OSHA Training course. 10-hour course is preferred.
e. EPA Construction General Permit Site Inspector certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

a. Technical Knowledge - Understanding of architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, plumbing, and control systems. General knowledge of building systems including electrical, elevators, sprinklers, fire alarms, etc.

b. Mobility – Ability to access all areas of the construction site including but not limit to by walking, climbing, crawling, and by lift access on inspections.

c. Proficiency with technical documents – Well-developed ability to read, navigate, and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.

d. Navigation of Codes & Standards – Extensive knowledge of university adopted building codes, standards, and current construction procedures/technology.

e. Decisions & documentation - Ability to make difficult decisions/code interpretations, give feedback during inspections and provide documentation for project file.

f. MS Office - Basic knowledge of using Microsoft Office products, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.

g. Adobe - Basic knowledge using of Adobe products, including Adobe Acrobat.

h. Communications – Must demonstrate excellent verbal & written communication skills.

i. Time management – Must demonstrate ability to manage workload, appointments, and be punctual reporting to work.

j. LEED – Familiarity with LEED and LEED Commissioning.

k. Professionalism - Ability to communicate with contractors and the project stakeholders with tact, diplomacy and exhibit good customer service skills.

l. Act with integrity - Demonstrates ability to act in the best interests of the University, engage in open and honest communication, and follow through on commitments.

m. Personal responsibility - Demonstrates ability to take initiative and responsibility and works to resolve problems.

n. Respect - Demonstrates ability to show respect for others regardless of differences, and ability to be direct and cooperative.

o. Teamwork - Demonstrates ability to work as part of a team, collaborating to achieve organizational goals.

p. Learning mindset - Demonstrated ability to work independently with general supervision, accept responsibility for assigned work, seek feedback, and learn from mistakes. Willingness to learn and adopt new software or processes.

q. Knowledge of campus & campus buildings.

r. Knowledge of contractor responsibilities.

s. Ability to navigate the University Facilities Standards.

t. Basic ability to follow technical directions, templates, guidelines and ask for assistance.

u. Ability to look up information with assistance on internal drives, intranet, and internet.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service Construction Project Coordinator II position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 09/07/2024. Salary is $70,000-$90,000 annually.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 09/07/2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray at klmccray@illinois.edu or call 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1026263
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu