Specifications include, but are not limited to: • Participation of an on-site pre-construction meeting. • Provide on-site construction administration/inspection on the owner’s behalf to provide assurance the Contractor completes the project according to plans and specifications. o Construction administration/inspection to be performed by a Professional Engineer, Engineer-In-Training, or an experienced and certified Technician capable of managing a project of this type and magnitude. o At a minimum, construction administration/observation on owner’s behalf shall consist of: Regular coordination with Contractor regarding work schedule, activities, etc. Regular communication with Owner regarding project status. Addressing questions and issues that arise in the field; coordinating with GFP personnel on larger issues. Verifying, identifying, marking and inspecting dig-out repairs, asphalt patches, asphalt overlays and other repairs. Administration/Inspection of chip seal and fog seal application. Adjusting application rates of asphalt and cover aggregate in the field as needed. • Aggregate testing for base course and cover aggregate (per SDDOT requirements). • Asphalt, asphalt aggregate and asphalt concrete composite mix sampling - obtained from production site (retain for testing should issues arise). • Obtain, verify and submit material certifications and weigh tickets from Contractor (base course, AC mix design, asphalt, cover aggregate, etc.). • Track and monitor project quantities. Create and process construction change orders. • Verification of Contractor submitted pay applications.
