Construction Observer
- Location
- Lewisville, TX · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Experience
- 1+ year
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- site civil plan reading
- shop drawing review
- hydrant flow testing
- confined space inspection
Also useful
- Excel
- Adobe Acrobat
Position Overview
The Construction Observer position is responsible for observing the progress and quality of installation for site civil related construction (Sanitary Sewer Collection, Water Distribution, Stormwater Collection and Controls) on various site-civil construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Read site civil plans with an understanding of site civil work sequence (Grading + Site Utilities + Stormwater Control Measures)
- Review provided contractor shop drawings for compliance with plan details and specifications for site civil components (Sanitary Sewer Collection +Water Distribution+ Storm Conveyance + Stormwater Control Measures)
- Communicate effectively with field construction personnel and design staff on progress or issues
- Create effective site progress reports that meet our specifications
- Apply local lighting standards to measure light levels in support of lighting compliance certifications
- Observe standard utility testing required for municipal and regulatory authority compliance
- Follow guidelines and company standards set forth by the Construction Administration department
- Aids in maintaining a safe and respectful work environment by following company policies and procedures
- Responsible for escalating potential hazards and unsafe working conditions
- Participate in Hydrant Flow Tests and Confined Space Inspections
- Apply current accessibility standards in the evaluation of accessible routes for compliance certifications
Skills + Experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree in a Survey/Construction related field preferred
- 1-3 years of experience in Site Civil Construction or 5 or more years of experience in Civil Engineering Design
- Ability to use basic programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, etc.)
Work Environment + Physical Demands
- The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the company), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- Work will primarily be outside with varying environmental conditions.
- Work will involve long-term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards encountered while maneuvering through project sites.
- Work will also include working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.
- Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
- Must be able to stand up or walk between 8-12 hours a day.
- Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
- Weekend and overtime and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
- Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.
- If you need assistance with our online application system process, please contact the Human Resources Team at or.
- Please read these notices for important information regarding applying for work with McAdams.
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About McAdams
McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.
From McAdams's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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