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Construction Specialist

Knoxville, TN 37921

Posted: 04/16/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Administrative Job Number: 631677 Is job remote?: No Country:

Job Description

A Construction Specialist responsible for overseeing and observing the construction phase of a project and documenting the contractor’s adherence to the construction contract. Projects include civil / site projects, water line, sewer line, treatment plants, pump stations, lift stations, and asset inventory and assessment.  

Required:
  • Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and 2 years of related experience or a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in the construction industry. 
  • Proficiency in commonly used computer software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe).
  • Must be able to accurately read and comprehend construction plans; keep accurate and complete records documenting daily construction activities; have strong time management and organizational skills; be able to observe significant, multiple, and simultaneous construction projects; have strong mathematical aptitude and be able to verify and check contract quantities / costs as related to contractor pay applications; be able to scale and measure distances accurately.
  • Knowledge of construction contract documents, including front end documents, general conditions, and technical specifications highly preferred.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with all parties associated with construction activities.
  • Valid driver's license.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for properly documenting daily construction activities during each site visit and making sure that each observation report is accurate, complete, and properly filed for each project.
  • Communicates with Construction Administrator, contractors and clients to keep each advised of the progress of construction.
  • Observes significant, multiple, and simultaneous construction projects.
  • Maintains thorough knowledge of construction contract documents, including front end documents, general conditions including modified and supplemental versions, and technical specifications.
  • Becomes thoroughly familiar with the technical plans and specifications for each construction project assigned and understands deviations from construction documents.
  • Addresses inquiries and complaints from residents or other parties affected by construction activities.
  • Assists in quality control procedures including documentation, correspondence, and proper project close-out pursuant to established procedures.
  • Assists in post construction services pursuant to established procedures and construction contract documents.
Benefits
  • Flexible & hybrid schedules
  • Competitive salary and performance bonuses
  • Employer paid health, dental, vision, disability, & life insurance for employee
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, & holidays

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the recruiter to ensure it’s from @theplanetforward.com - and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Forward.

Planet Forward and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.