Job Details

Senior Construction Observer

Position Number: 7005678
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Facilities Management

Senior Construction Observer
Lubbock
44061BR
TTUS Facilities Planning Constr

Position Description
Witnesses, examines, monitors, and documents construction of Texas Tech University System facility projects for quantity and quality conformance with construction documents, TTUS FP&C Building Design & Construction Standards, Accessibility, Life/safety, building and energy code requirements, Factory Mutual Global Approvals, as well as construction schedules. A comprehensive knowledge of construction materials and methods, architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing building systems, material testing, TCEQ Stormwater management and OSHA standards required.

About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the Department and/or College
Facilities Planning & Construction manages new construction and renovation projects valued over $4 million for the Texas Tech University System and its five universities-Texas Tech University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Angelo State University, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso and Midwestern State University.

Operating on more than a dozen locations, each university has campuses with state-of-the-art spaces where students, faculty, employees and visitors can learn, discover and experience the first-class environment provided throughout the Texas Tech University System.

Additionally, the department oversees campus master planning, facility and land development, public art and vendor information for all five component institutions.
Operating on more than a dozen locations, each university has campuses with state-of-the-art spaces where students, faculty, employees and visitors can learn, discover and experience the first-class environment provided throughout the Texas Tech University System.

Major/Essential Functions

Support, encourage, and conform with the five shared values of TTUS: People First, Integrity, Community, Exemplary Service and Resilience. Support and promote the TTUS FP&C Mission Statement: Facilities Planning and Construction will provide Exemplary Service while delivering campus initiatives with integrity and accountability to support the vision of the Texas Tech University System and its component institutions. Comply with TTUS operating policies, procedures, and administrative rules.
Knowledge and skill in the use of computer software, including Trimble Unity Construct, formerly known as eBuilder project management platform software, Bluebeam Revu, and other scheduling software.
Ensure component institutions receive projects that are built per the approved construction documents and meet or exceed TTUS FP&C expectations and construction industry standards.
Participate in project design and construction meetings as required/requested. Participate in project design development reviews as directed using Bluebeam Revu.
Review submittals, shop drawings, ASIs, RFIs, CCRs, material testing reports, etc., for conformance with the project requirements and to stay current on the project scope for projects under construction.
Observe, track, monitor, and report on construction activities and conformance with approved drawings/specifications, project requirements, and standards to TTUS FP&C project administration throughout the Construction Services phase.
Submit weekly Field Observation Reports (FOR) through all phases of construction, documenting construction progress, systems testing, requested inspections, and milestones using Bluebeam Revu.
Witness all inspections required by contract documents as well as all required IBC special inspections.
Assist in the coordination of campus utilities and infrastructure shut-downs/closures with component institutions and other TTUS departments.
Provide support to projects by monitoring and ensuring compliance with OSHA health and safety regulations.
Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications
Completion of a 30-hour OSHA Training. Associate's or Bachelor's degree. Additional job training, experience and education in the construction industry may be considered a substitute for higher education.

Preferred Qualifications
Associates' or Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years of experience in construction observation/inspection, or related journeyperson-level construction experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience to equal eight (8) years.

Pay Range
$59,000 - $77,100 - $94,900

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.