NICET LEVEL IV Highway Construction

Topics for This Course

1. Complex and critical construction, which includes overseeing inspection of critical construction activities
2. Develop and manage operation-specific hold points for critical or complex inspections
3. Identify the likely causes of problems in construction materials or procedures, diagnose causes, and recommend remedies
4. Maintain Schedule and Budgets which include review and evaluate baseline project schedule
5. Review schedule updates for work completed and work remaining, and identify potential schedule conflicts
6. Review work completed to verify eligibility for payment
7. Review project inspection and testing costs to date, estimate remaining costs, and compare construction engineering and inspection budgets
8. Project Administration which includes Interpreting project contracts, plans, and specifications
9. Assign and provide training for inspection and field-testing personnel based on their qualifications and project requirements
10. Evaluate the need for contract modifications, and manage the change order process
11. Manage price adjustments provisions of performance-based contracts
    Review wage rate inspection reports for compliance with Davis-Bacon Act
12. Disadvantage Business Enterprise for documentation for commercially useful functions
13. Manage a project’s final inspection, acceptance and closeout
14. Practice effective communication and manage working relationships

Target Audience

NICET Level III-certified individuals seeking to obtain NICET Level IV Certification.

Requirements

Individuals should be NICET Level III-certified before enrolling for this course.

Materials Included

This course will include live sessions with instructors covering all the topics included in the NICET Level IV Highway Construction exam. Additionally, students will have access to lectures, notes, and practice problems to aid their learning.