Aviation Construction Inspector - Airport Projects Lead

Accura Engineering; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Accura Engineering in Knoxville, TN seeks a Construction Inspector-Aviation/Airport to perform detailed inspections on airport construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans, codes, and safety regulations.

Under the Quality Manager, you will review contractor work, certify materials, mentor junior inspectors, and coordinate field testing to ensure quality and safety across multiple sites. This role requires travel and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus related experience.
• Experience inspecting concrete, buildings, electrical systems, HVAC and insulation.
• Ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders including management, clients, vendors and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspections on airport projects and complex facilities.
• Review contractor work and material certifications to verify compliance.
• Ensure adherence to plans, specifications, codes and safety regulations.
• Record observations and document non-compliance issues.
• Coordinate field testing of construction materials and processes.
• Review pay applications and contractor quality control plans.
• Mentor junior inspection staff and share technical guidance.
• Travel to construction sites; maintain accurate inspection records.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Accura Engineering in Knoxville, TN seeks a Construction Inspector-Aviation/Airport to perform detailed inspections on airport construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans, codes, and safety regulations.

Under the Quality Manager, you will review contractor work, certify materials, mentor junior inspectors, and coordinate field testing to ensure quality and safety across multiple sites. This role requires travel and a valid driver’s license.