Project Construction Technician 1

GAI Consultants is seeking a Project Construction Technician 1 to perform construction inspection on a variety of Power Generation projects in Virigina Beach, VA. The candidate will be responsible for interpreting specifications and construction drawings, evaluating site conditions based on soil and rock samples, monitoring and reporting on construction activities, and performing field testing of soils and concrete. The successful candidate will be expected to provide documentation of construction progress through daily reports, status reports, and other forms of data reporting. Job Duties: The candidate must have minimum of 10 years of construction experience with earthwork, foundation inspection, test boring inspection and concrete testing or a Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Engineering or a related field. Experience with Nuclear Density Gauge Testing, ACI Grade 1 Certification and OSHA 10-hour Training is desired. Responsibilities include interpreting specifications and construction drawings, evaluating site conditions based on soil and rock samples, monitoring and reporting on construction activities, and performing field testing of soils and concrete. Travel can be expected up to 50% of the time daily Travel can be expected mostly to construction sites and on backroads. General Characteristics Begins assisting Task Managers and Project Manager as needed on technical aspects of the project; well-rounded in aspects of consulting and the industry. Minimum Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience Education H.S. Graduate Certification/Licensure Driver's License Technical Responsibilities Responsibilities involve performing and overseeing field monitoring on various multisite/phase construction projects of moderate to large scale, scope, and/or complexity, including placement of concrete, earthwork, roadway paving, buildings, structures, foundations, and building materials. Generates and substantiates reports and documentation regarding construction, materials, integration, equipment, and operations Project and Task Management Can Manage Tasks Management Responsibility Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Provides continued mentored experience to senior staff. Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice and fosters creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and dependability in staff. Communication Skills Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive communications. Represents their area of specialty within the practice and liaises with related individuals and practices. Routinely interacts with practice leaders, clients, officials, contractors, and others. Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership Why GAI? At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth. Benefits To Working at GAI Include: Competitive salary - GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire) New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays 401k company match Tuition Reimbursement Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Location: South Norfolk, VA, US

Posted Date: 5/29/2025