Job Application for Construction Inspector at The Copper River Family of Companies

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Coho Consulting Group is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector / Quality Assurance (QA) Representative to support construction projects at CONUS project sites, with preference for candidates located in or able to work in the Hagerstown/Frederick, Maryland area. Supporting federal clients including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), this position provides independent quality assurance oversight to ensure construction activities comply with contract documents, project specifications, applicable codes, safety regulations, and quality management requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with government personnel, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout all phases of construction.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Conduct daily quality assurance inspections to verify construction activities comply with contract drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
Participate in the contractor's Three-Phase Control Process (Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up inspections) and review daily quality control reports.
Identify, document, monitor, and verify correction of construction deficiencies and non-conforming work.
Verify installed materials, equipment, and workmanship conform to approved submittals and project requirements.
Review design documents, shop drawings, product data, and contractor submittals for compliance.
Attend construction progress meetings, quality control meetings, and safety meetings, documenting discussions and action items.
Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and communicate findings to Government project managers.
Witness testing and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), fire protection, security, and life safety systems.
Assist the Government with evaluating contractor payment requests based on completed work.
Support project closeout activities, including punch list inspections, as-built drawings, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals, warranties, and final documentation.
Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA safety standards, environmental regulations, and project-specific safety requirements.
Maintain organized quality assurance documentation and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inspection reports.
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of project objectives.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

Clearance
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust determination

Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field with a minimum of three (3) years of construction inspection experience, OR
- High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of seven (7) years of construction inspection experience

Required Experience and Skills:
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, contract documents, and applicable building codes
- Strong knowledge of commercial and federal construction practices and quality assurance procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prepare accurate inspection reports and maintain project documentation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) construction projects
- Experience supporting DHS, ICE, or other federal construction programs.
- Current OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
- ICC, NICET, or comparable construction inspection certification
- Familiarity with RMS/QCS, Procore, or other construction management software
- Experience with design-build and design-bid-build federal construction projects

Competency & Abilities
- Thorough understanding of federal construction quality assurance procedures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to identify construction deficiencies and recommend corrective actions
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, engineers, architects, and Government representatives
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in active construction environments

Physical Requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and active construction sites
- Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, navigate uneven terrain, and perform inspections for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, high-visibility clothing, and safety footwear

Travel Requirements
- Frequent travel to domestic project sites
- Candidates located in or near the Hagerstown/Frederick, Maryland area are preferred, with the ability to travel as required to support project assignments

Position Pay Range

$50 - $60 USD

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River’s Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
Retirement 401(k) with employer match
Open leave policy and paid holidays
Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.

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