Construction Inspections
DDSE offers a broad range of construction inspection and contractor quality control (CQC) services for utilities, environmental, recreational, and building projects. A competent and thorough inspection is one of the most important elements in achieving a quality construction project. Proper inspection requires not only technical expertise and knowledge of the materials and procedures to be used but also sound judgment, diplomacy, and good communication skills. DDSE’s construction engineering and inspection services include:
- Inspection and oversight of construction to ensure procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications
- Contractor’s activity inspection and documentation
- Inspector’s daily report preparation
- Examination of quality of installations for conformity to standards and specifications
- Interpret drawings and specifications and discuss deviations
- Neat, accurate and complete records maintenance
- Active participation in project meetings
- Contractor’s schedule monitoring
- Paint/coating inspection
- Field testing of soils, concrete and asphalt, and materials sampling
- Assistance with change order review and completion
- Monitoring and documentation of materials delivered and incorporated into the work
- Assistance in semi-final/final inspections
- Punch list preparation and completion monitoring
- Assistance with smooth and timely project close-out