Dwight D. Harris
Canton
Summary
Professional construction specialist with strong skills in site inspections, code compliance, and safety standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability to changing project demands, and delivering results. Highly dependable with keen eye for quality and thoroughness in all tasks.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Inspector
AECOM
03.2024 - Current
- Field inspection and oversight of transportation construction projects including bridges, road, traffic signals, signs, ITS and underground facilities.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.
- Assisted project managers in developing comprehensive inspection schedules that aligned with overall project timelines.
Construction Specialist
WSP
06.2020 - 01.2024
- Read and interpret project plans and specifications
- Monitor construction for compliance with project documents
- Measure, calculate, and document quantities of installed materials in accordance with client policies and procedures
- Inspect road and bridge construction
- Review, inspect, and approve traffic control systems, including lane closures, in accordance with MDOT standards and requirements
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Field Reporting Specialist
Reliable Reports Inc.
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Responsible for the timely, professional and safe completion of assigned underwriting surveys
- Interact with Reviewers, insurance agency personnel and policy holders while maintaining a polite, professional manner and appearance at all times
- Work independently and ability to efficiently navigate a geographical area
Insurance Inspector
JMI Reports
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Accepted and completed insurance inspections/surveys on residential, commercial and agribusiness properties according to the guidelines and requirements set forth by JMI Reports
- Some guidelines include, but were not limited to, the following: take digital photographs, measure the exterior of structures, as well as, submitting reports in a timely manner
Field Operations Manager
George Harris Building Co.
09.2010 - 05.2017
- Planned, directed, coordinated, and supervised personnel activities involving the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems
- Participated in the conceptual development of construction projects and overseen its organization, scheduling, and implementation
Lead Field Inspector
City of Dearborn
07.2008 - 08.2010
- Preformed inspection work securing compliance with various nuisance codes and other regulations relating to exterior of property and structural maintenance items on private property
- Monitored vacant property, and enforced certificate of occupancy violations
- Responded in a timely manner to citizen complaints, conducted on-going investigations, and performed assigned work as instructed by a supervisor
- Responsible for reporting all violations and taking official action to ensure compliance
- Prepared records and reports, including establishing and maintaining records for court appearances
Resident Project Manager
Quality Control Inspection, Inc.
07.2007 - 06.2008
- Served as engineer/architect's liaison with construction contractors working principally through contractors
- Conducted detailed and accurate on-site observations
- Interpreted engineering plans & specifications
- Reviewed work performed to assure compliance with codes, specifications and plans
Principal Construction Inspector
City of Detroit
11.1985 - 06.2007
- Responsible for the inspection of several major and lesser sized public works construction and maintenance projects
- Specializing in concrete removal and replacement, street resurfacing, pavement marking and underground utilities
- Assured all work performed was in compliance with plans, specifications, codes and standards
- Supervised a group of eight or more subordinate construction inspectors engaged in the inspection of construction activities
- Prepared cost estimates, weekly and bi-weekly performance reports, and all other accounting documentation
- Reviewed design plans and provided information of any on site peculiarities
- Coordinated work with other city departments, State of Michigan and all other public parties
Education
Apartment Managers Training -
Torrance, CA01.2012
Associates of Applied Science - Architectural Construction Technology
Wayne County Community District
Detroit, Michigan01.2007
Skills
- Technical inspections
- Concrete testing
- Safety violations
- Computer literacy
- Plan reading
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking Abilities
- Worksite safety
Timeline
Construction Inspector
AECOM
03.2024 - Current
Construction Specialist
WSP
06.2020 - 01.2024
Field Reporting Specialist
Reliable Reports Inc.
07.2018 - 06.2020
Insurance Inspector
JMI Reports
05.2017 - 07.2018
Field Operations Manager
George Harris Building Co.
09.2010 - 05.2017
Lead Field Inspector
City of Dearborn
07.2008 - 08.2010
Resident Project Manager
Quality Control Inspection, Inc.
07.2007 - 06.2008
Principal Construction Inspector
City of Detroit
11.1985 - 06.2007
Associates of Applied Science - Architectural Construction Technology
Wayne County Community District
Apartment Managers Training -
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