Senior Electrical Construction Inspector

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants • Federal Way, WA • 4h ago

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry-leading client service and tailored solutions.
Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Senior Electrical Construction Inspector to work on major water-related infrastructure projects primarily within the Seattle Metropolitan area. Travel will be required for this position. The Electrical Construction Inspector will provide construction oversight on small to large-scale public works projects, focusing on electrical components of water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, pump stations, industrial facilities, and electrical controls and instrumentation systems (I&C).
Key Responsibilities:
Provide daily onsite oversight of electrical contractor activities under the supervision of the Construction Manager/Resident Engineer.
Conduct necessary inspections to ensure electrical installations, repairs, and replacements comply with contract requirements, safety standards, and applicable permits. This includes, but is not limited to, pumps, boilers, digester and propane gas systems, heat recovery systems, building cranes, sliding gates, HVAC, Variable Frequency Drives, fans, process and cooling pipe systems, switchgears, transformers, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) batteries, washer/classifiers, grit system components and piping, fire alarm systems, and heaters.
Prepare daily written reports detailing work progress, electrical labor, and equipment use.
Track contractor schedule compliance, specifically related to electrical milestones.
Prepare written communication between the owner and contractor regarding electrical work.
Coordinate meetings with contractors, clients, and staff to address electrical work progress.
Conduct quality control inspections of electrical systems, wiring, and control installations, as well as quality control inspections during commissioning of electrical systems.
Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in inspection of mechanical and electrical components within water and wastewater treatment plants, including but not limited to pumps, boilers, digester and propane gas systems, heat recovery systems, building cranes, sliding gates, HVAC, Variable Frequency Drives, fans, process and cooling pipe systems, switchgears, transformers, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) batteries, washer/classifiers, grit system components and piping, fire alarm systems, and heaters.
Experience in water and wastewater pipelines, pump stations, water or wastewater treatment plants, and other electrical systems related to municipal infrastructure is preferred.
Experience working on King County and Seattle Public Utility projects is a plus.
Certifications related to electrical safety, controls, and systems inspections are a plus.
This position requires full-time onsite work Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Must be able to work in a construction environment with limited amenities.
Hourly Pay Rate
The hourly pay rate for this position is anticipated to be $50-$70.00 per hour, and may vary based on education, experience, qualifications, skills, licensure/certifications, seniority, and familiarity with water/wastewater facilities.
Benefits summary:
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