About Bodwé Group Companies

Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno-Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors, committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre-development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations. By integrating expertise across architecture, engineering, construction, and facility management, we deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions that drive efficiency and deliver distinctive outcomes.

Disclosure

This is a federal contracting opportunity that we, the Company, are bidding on and has not been awarded. The availability of this position is contingent upon successful award of the contract.

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified Construction Inspector to support the recapitalization of Pier Mike at USCG Base Charleston. The project involves demolition of the existing pier, construction of a new pier exceeding 1,000 feet in length and 80 feet in width, installation of a new Electrical Support Structure, dredging, bulkhead repairs, utility improvements, and development of storage and parking areas. The selected Construction Inspector will provide full-time construction inspection and on-site surveillance services throughout the duration of this marine infrastructure project.

Accommodation Requests

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, contact our HR Director (April Hawkins) at 269-927-0144 or careers@bodwegroup.com

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following inexhaustive list of duties represents a sample of work routinely performed by this role: 

• Provide full-time construction inspection and site surveillance services for the Pier Mike recapitalization project
• Monitor construction activities associated with the demolition of the existing Pier Mike and construction of the new pier
• Review and interpret contract drawings and specifications to support inspection activities
• Inspect waterfront construction work, including concrete structures in marine environments
• Observe and inspect site improvement activities related to underground utilities and stormwater management features
• Support oversight of design-build construction activities to help ensure work is performed in accordance with project requirements
• Monitor construction associated with dredging, bulkhead repairs, utility installations, exterior storage areas, and parking lot improvements
• Perform on-site inspection services throughout the project duration and, when required, support extended work hours of up to 10% beyond the standard schedule
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply contract drawings and specifications
• Strong skills in construction inspection and on-site project surveillance
• Knowledge of waterfront construction, including concrete structures in marine environments
• Experience with site improvement projects involving underground utilities and stormwater management systems
• Familiarity with design-build construction projects and related construction activities
• Understanding of Federal Government construction projects and construction oversight responsibilities
• Ability to monitor and inspect work related to dredging, bulkhead repairs, utility installations, storage areas, and parking lot improvements
• Ability to work full-time at the construction site and support additional hours when required by project needs

Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

Required Education, Experience, and Technical Skills

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering can be used as an alternative qualification if the candidate does not have 10 years of experience
• A Professional Engineer (PE) certification obtained within the last 10 years is an acceptable alternative qualification
• A PMP (Project Management Professional) or QA/QC certification earned within the last 10 years is also acceptable
• Minimum 10 years of construction experience as a Construction Inspector, Contractor Superintendent, or Quality Control Manager
• Candidates with at least 5 years of relevant experience may qualify if they also meet the specified education or certification requirements
• Minimum 2 years of experience on Federal Government construction projects within the last 10 years
• Experience serving as a government Construction Inspector, Contractor Superintendent, or Quality Control Manager on Federal construction projects
• At least 2 years of experience with waterfront construction projects, including concrete structures in marine environments
• At least 2 years of experience with site improvement projects involving underground utilities and stormwater management features
• At least 2 years of experience working on design-build construction projects
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license

Working Environment

This position primarily operates in a professional office setting with standard office equipment and a quiet, climate-controlled environment. While in the office, there is no regular exposure to loud noise, hazardous materials, or heavy machinery.

This role also requires periodic travel to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction. During site visits, the employee may be exposed to non-temperature-controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and other typical conditions found on job sites. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required during these visits, depending on site conditions. While on site visits, an individual in this role will be required to work atypical hours at the request of the client or role demands.

Physical Demands

Sitting/Standing: This is not a sedentary role. This role requires the ability to be on your feet moving around a construction site for most of the day interacting with contractors, contractor representatives, and inspecting the construction work that is being performed.

Walking: This role requires the ability to move about outside in various geographic and building terrains to access a construction site to provide quality assurance services.

Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: This role requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and ladder climbing to inspect all aspects of building construction to foundations, crawlspaces, and roofs.

Using Hands/Fingers: This role constantly operates technological office equipment such as laptop, mouse, keyboard, computer monitors, telephones, and scanners, copiers, and fax machines.

Talking/Hearing: This role requires constant communication with others in the organization to exchange information, review information, and make decisions about information.

Seeing: This role requires the ability to see, view, and distinguish all aspects of construction to ensure quality control.

Carrying/Lifting: This role requires lifting up to 30 lbs to transport technological office equipment, safety equipment, and other needed construction items to and from various workspaces. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Bodwé Group Companies engage in federal contracting. Therefore, we would be thrilled to accept applications or referrals to hire veterans.

Native American Hiring Preference

Our parent company, Mno-Bmadsen, prefers to hire Pokagon citizens who are qualified and suitable for available positions. For purposes of this section, “qualified” means that the applicant meets the technical and experiential needs for employment; and “suitable” means that the candidate appears to be the best fit considering present circumstances and conditions. Targeted preference is in the following order:

• First, to qualified Pokagon Band citizens; and
• Second, to qualified spouses and qualified custodial parents; and
• Third, to other qualified Native Americans; and
• Fourth, to all other qualified applicants

Any determinations as to the applicability of the Pokagon hiring preference are at the discretion of each Company President.

Home Office Connectivity Requirements for Hybrid & Remote Positions

To ensure reliable collaboration, client service, and secure access to company systems, the Company requires minimum connectivity standards to be eligible or remain eligible to work in a hybrid or remote capacity. Employees working remotely must maintain broadband internet service capable of consistently supporting video conferencing, VPN connectivity, and cloud-based applications. Hybrid or remote work eligibility may be reassessed if connectivity standards are not met. This includes:

• Wired broadband service (cable, fiber, or DSL) with at least minimum 100 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload
• Some positions may require minimum 200-300 Mbps download / 25-35 Mbps upload speed

Cellular hotspot or fixed wireless cellular services (e.g., T-Mobile Home Internet) may not be used as a primary connection. The Company will comply with all local, state, and federal requirements as it relates to the reimbursement of home internet expenses. Eligibility for reimbursement of home internet expenses is defined in a separate policy.