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Arcadis

Global design, engineering, consultancy for assets

Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Construction Inspector

Controls & Automation EngineeringPosted on Nov 12
Full-timePhoenix, AZ, USA$98k - $145kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 10 years of experience in the municipal water construction industry as an Electrical Foreman or Electrical Supervisor specializing in power distribution, instrumentation, and controls.
  • A high school diploma.
  • Extensive knowledge and working experience of the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E (Electrical Safety in the Workplace).
  • Knowledge of industry-standard electrical inspection practices and procedures.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and maintain effective working relationships with owners, construction management staff, contractors, utility company representatives, regulatory agencies, and other public and private organizations.
  • Ability to prepare detailed record documentation of work in progress.
  • Basic knowledge of Primavera and/or MS Project and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions and potentially dangerous construction-site surroundings, and to frequently climb stairs and/or ladders for inspections at elevated heights.

Responsibilities

  • Perform inspections, coordination, testing oversight, loop checks, commissioning, and verification of contract document compliance for medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, grounding systems, lighting systems, instrumentation and controls, communications, fire alarm systems, and security systems.
  • Provide overall quality oversight for work, testing procedures, inspection protocols, construction techniques, and timely completion of daily inspection activities.
  • Inspect project materials to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and ordinances.
  • Review plans for assigned projects and observe and inspect construction work performed by others.
  • Attend pre-construction conferences, progress meetings, safety meetings, and bid openings.
  • Coordinate information, in writing and orally, with client staff, Arcadis staff, and outside agencies.
  • Review equipment submittals and provide comments to the Arcadis Electrical Group Leader or other delegated task leader.
  • Use basic knowledge of cost trends, change management, claims, and other construction-related matters to ensure compliance with Arcadis standards and contract documents for timely completion and quality product.
  • Ensure Arcadis project safety guidelines are met while inspecting active projects, and report noncompliant activities to the Health and Safety Representative and/or Resident Engineer/Project Manager.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field of study.
  • Continuing education credits or certification in an electrical construction-related area.
  • An Electrical Inspector's certification or license.
  • OSHA 10 safety training and confined space entry training.
  • Experience with Bluebeam.

About the Company

Arcadis

Global design, engineering, consultancy for assets

Arcadis is a global design, engineering, and consultancy firm that creates and manages natural and built assets. It operates across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific, serving governments, public agencies, and private companies. Its four business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience, and Intelligence—cover sustainable buildings and urban development, transportation infrastructure, climate adaptation, and data-driven digital solutions to optimize asset performance. The company earns fees for its integrated services that combine planning, design, engineering, and advisory work. Arcadis differentiates itself through its global reach and its integrated, multi-disciplinary approach that links physical design with data analytics and digital insights to deliver high-value solutions. Its goal is to help clients create and maintain sustainable, resilient, and efficient assets while improving decision-making and performance across complex projects.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Watermael-Boitsfort, Belgium
Founded
1888

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