Aviation Construction Observer - Field QC & Inspections

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plan

Financial wellness plans

Work‑life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. in Southwest Florida seeks an experienced Construction Observer to monitor aviation-related building projects, including terminals, hangars, maintenance facilities, and parking structures.

You will perform complex inspections, verify plans against codes, and document findings daily. The role requires six years of building inspection experience, a Florida license, ability to read plans, strong communication, and willingness to travel across Southwest and Central

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of six years of building inspection experience, preferably in commercial, institutional, aviation, or public-sector projects.
• Experience inspecting structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems during construction is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, codes, and technical documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare detailed inspection documentation and reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex technical construction observation and inspection assignments related to airport building construction, including terminals, hangars, maintenance facilities, support structures, parking facilities, mechanical/electrical systems, building finishes, utilities, and site development.
• Follow general guidance regarding construction task orders and exercise initiative in resolving construction-related issues.
• Monitor the quality of materials, workmanship, and installation practices throughout all phases of vertical construction.
• Verify contractor work complies with contract documents, building codes, approved plans, and project specifications.
• Conduct inspections of structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building envelope systems.
• Prepare reports and maintain daily inspection logs; document findings and communicate discrepancies to project stakeholders.
• Verify construction progress and support review of contractor pay applications and project estimates.
• Identify construction deficiencies, delays, non-conforming work, and other project issues; communicate findings and assist with resolution efforts.
• Document and track field changes, RFIs, and modifications to construction documents.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, engineering calculations, schedules, and shop drawings.

Skills

Reading construction plans

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree preferred

General Contractor License

ICC Building Inspector Certification

QA/QC experience

Job description

Hanson Professional Services Inc. in Southwest Florida seeks an experienced Construction Observer to monitor aviation-related building projects, including terminals, hangars, maintenance facilities, and parking structures.

You will perform complex inspections, verify plans against codes, and document findings daily. The role requires six years of building inspection experience, a Florida license, ability to read plans, strong communication, and willingness to travel across Southwest and Central