Field Operations Building Inspector - Miami

Why Join DeSimone? At DeSimone, you'll work alongside some of the world's most brilliant engineering minds on projects that redefine skylines and push the boundaries of design and innovation. From iconic skyscrapers to cutting-edge structures, our global portfolio reflects a commitment to excellence and creativity. 

We foster a culture of continuous learning and growth, offering mentorship, professional development, and exposure to groundbreaking technologies. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do—our open, inclusive environment empowers every team member to contribute ideas and shape the future of structural engineering. 

As a Top Workplace and an ENR-ranked firm, we provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to make an impact—both in your career and in the community. If you're passionate about innovation, eager to learn, and ready to grow, DeSimone is where your potential meets possibility. 

Join us and help build the future. 

 

Position Summary: As a Building Inspector you will be working to ensure that construction is progressing in compliance with the project specifications and performing structural and façade inspections to include CMU, cast-in-place concrete, reinforcing steel, shoring/reshoring, post tension cable, precast/prestress members, light-gage metal studs, exterior window systems, roofing and waterproofing, stucco, and wood frame systems. This position requires a physical ability to navigate typical construction terrain, be capable of safely performing tasks while positioned on a swing stage, and climb ladders to access remote areas.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform inspections of structural and façade components in new and existing construction.

• Perform Threshold inspections, including CMUs, place concrete, reinforcing steel, shoring/reshoring, post-tensioned cable, glass and glazing, stucco, roofing, and waterproofing.

• Document field observations by transmitting daily and weekly reports detailing site activities.

• Perform destructive and non-destructive testing on construction, performing structural surveys, coring, and chipping.

• Perform observations of structural steel and reinforcing steel, observation of exterior conditions, insulation finishing systems, waterproofing, roofing, and glass and glazing assemblies.

• Communicate daily with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers.

• Supervisory requirements?

• Client interaction/Involvement?

• Florida Building Inspector License required within three years of employment.

 

Requirements and Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years of verifiable experience inspecting structural components and façade of building structures and field inspections

• Professional Engineers License and certification from ICC, AISC and/or ACI

• State inspection certification required

• This position necessitates periodic travel, primarily within the state

• Perform tasks while positioned on a swing stage at heights exceeding +75 feet or higher.

• Perform inspections during weekends (40 weeks out of 52 weeks/year).

• Inspections will also be performed after hours.

• Minimum of 3 year's experience working with dedicated software such as Procore, Fieldwire, and Plangrid required

At DeSimone, we believe in transparency when it comes to salary and hourly rates for our job postings. Our pay range represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that we think, in good faith, we might be willing to pay, for the posted job in the specified location(s).  

This position is classified as hourly, non-exempt. The hiring hourly rate for this role is $28-$31 per hour dependent upon experience and qualifications.

For this particular position, we expect to hire near the middle of the range. We understand that there may be rare and exceptional circumstances where an external candidate has experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position. In these cases, we may consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.  

We appreciate your interest in DeSimone and look forward to reviewing your application.  

DeSimone is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. 

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