Geo Inspector Monitoring (Stone Column)

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Job Description

Geo Inspector Monitoring (Stone Column) Wind PMC

The Geo Inspector Monitoring (Stone Column) Wind PMC will support field monitoring and inspection activities for ground improvement works on utility-scale wind projects. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate site records, monitoring ongoing stone column installation activities, identifying deviations, and providing factual field data to support technical reviews and quality assurance processes.

The position works closely with the Geotechnical Specialist, QA/QC teams, contractors, and construction management teams to ensure complete and accurate documentation of ground improvement activities.

Key Responsibilities

Field Monitoring & Inspection

• Monitor approved stone column installation activities at assigned locations and maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Record key field parameters including location, installation depth, materials utilized, productivity, and activity status.
• Support continuous site surveillance during active ground improvement operations, including shift-based coverage where required.

Documentation & Record Management

• Verify completeness and accuracy of field records, inspection reports, and testing requests.
• Maintain daily monitoring logs, photographic records, and inspection documentation in accordance with project procedures.
• Track daily production and installation progress for reporting purposes.

Quality & Compliance Support

• Identify visible deviations, execution anomalies, missing records, or potential quality concerns.
• Escalate observations promptly to the Geotechnical Specialist and QA/QC team for review.
• Support verification of contractor compliance with approved procedures, quality requirements, and inspection plans.

Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate shift handovers to ensure continuity of monitoring and documentation during ongoing activities.
• Provide factual site information and field evidence to support technical reviews and acceptance assessments.
• Assist project teams with preparation of monitoring reports and status updates.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering.

Experience

• 5 to 10 years of experience in field inspection, construction supervision, or quality monitoring of ground improvement, piling, foundation, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience monitoring stone column installation, deep foundations, soil improvement, or geotechnical construction activities preferred.
• Strong record-keeping and field reporting experience.

Certifications

• Training in Geotechnical Testing, Ground Improvement Techniques, Soil Investigation, or Field Quality Inspection preferred.
• Construction Safety and Site Inspection training desirable.

Technical Skills

• Stone Column Installation Monitoring
• Ground Improvement Field Inspection
• Geotechnical Construction Activities
• Soil Investigation & Testing Awareness
• Site Documentation & Record Keeping
• Inspection & Quality Monitoring
• Construction Safety Compliance
• Photographic Documentation
• Progress Tracking & Reporting
• Field Data Collection & Verification

Additional Information

• Strong attention to detail and record management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in active construction site environments.
• Good communication and coordination capabilities.
• Experience working with contractors, QA/QC teams, and site management personnel.
• Willingness to work in shifts and travel to project sites as required.

Principal Client-Facing Deliverables

• Daily / Shift Field Monitoring Reports
• Stone Column Record Completeness Tracker
• Site Observation & Inspection Records
• Photographic Monitoring Documentation
• Deviation & Escalation Observation Reports
• Ground Improvement Progress Status Updates

Department: Project & Program Management
Function: Geotechnical Monitoring | Renewable Energy (Wind)
Reports To: Geotechnical Specialist (Stone Column) / Construction Manager – Wind PMC / Team Leader – Wind PMC