Chief Inspector

Tristar Engineering & Management Inc. is a consulting firm celebrating 20 years in business that performs construction oversight, inspection services and contract administration for municipal and public agencies throughout Arizona. We are a growing firm of about 65 employees, ranging from field technicians to professional engineers. Our work is primarily in the field on a construction site (not in an office setting) overseeing and documenting the work performed by contractors to build roads and bridges. Tristar is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401K, basic life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, yearly reviews, bonuses, paid holidays and PTO).

Tristar Engineering is looking for a Chief Inspector - Phoenix or Tucson or Statewide 

Construction Technician / Administration

Under general supervision, this technical specialist provides technical analysis for a project and exercises considerable and significant independent judgment within established program parameters, policies and procedures. Possesses extensive knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering, as applied to the area of assignment, and may approve/disapprove work performed in the work unit, direct activities of consultants or subordinate staff, and perform lead or supervisory duties. Organizes and prioritizes work assignments. 

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Project management
• Directing construction related activities performed by contractors or consultants
• Supervising assigned subordinate personnel and taking disciplinary action as required
• Use of complex mathematical computations and adjustment factors
• Specification and technical writing
• Work scheduling and management
• Analysis and preparation of data
• Advanced level work assignments within assigned area(s) of construction
• Proper use, operation, maintenance, and repair of assigned equipment
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Operating a variety of office equipment including a calculator
• Use of computer programs applicable within the work unit (required assignment-specific programs are listed in the typical training and certification and minimum requirements sections below)
• Organizing and prioritizing work assignments
• Timely and accurate completion of work assignments
• Maintaining adequate documentation of all assigned activities
• Interpersonal relations and the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
• Interpreting and implementing standards, policies, procedures, and regulations applicable to the area of assignment
• Completing training in multiple areas of construction

 Training and Certification

• ATTI Field Certification CRT3400 (renewal required every five years)
• ACI Field Certification CRT3410 (renewal required every five years)
• ATSSA Traffic Control Technician TCH1168 (renewal required every four years)
• ATSSA Supervisor TCH1167(renewal required every four years)
• NICET Certification may be required for states other than Arizona
• ADOT Assignments (required in addition to all listed above):
• Pay Item Daily Diary Documentation TCH3001 (renewal required every four years)
• NHI Daily Diary Review TCH134071W (renewal required every year)

SENIOR INSPECTOR INSPECTION HIGHWAYS ROADWAYS BRIDGES CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive of all duties and responsibilities. Employees are accountable for all duties within the role of this job and may also perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Tristar is an equal opportunity employer.

Tristar complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job duties, please contact our HR Dept.