Inspect project sites and monitor progress, ensuring work done conforms to safety standards and design specifications while determining if changes or adjustments need to be made
Test materials and soils to determine the strength of concrete, steel, asphalt and foundations of buildings
Utilize computer assisted design and other drawing tools to plan and design various types of systems and structures, including roadways, buildings, water systems and tunnels
Direct and participate in surveying activities to lay out installations and establish grades, reference points and elevations to properly guide construction
Determine design specifications by computing grade and load requirements and material stress factors
Manage and direct operations, construction and maintenance activities being done at project sites
Prepare public reports on various topics, including deeds, bid proposals, property description...