Building Systems Inspector - ICC B2 Certified

Atlas; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an experienced Building Systems Inspector to support the Bull Run Filtration Facility project in the Portland metro region. This full‑time on‑site role will oversee quality control of building systems, envelope, and embedded utilities from foundation through final turnover.

Candidates will verify drawings against codes (IBC), review shop drawings, coordinate with testing personnel, inspect HVAC interfaces, and document non‑conforming work with daily reports.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of building/structural inspection experience on commercial or civil projects.
• Ability to read structural drawings, shop drawings, and specifications.
• On-site full-time work in heavy civil/industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of building and structural systems including foundations, walls, slabs, framing and envelope components.
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specs and applicable codes (IBC).
• Review shop drawings and coordinate with testing personnel for inspections and verifications.
• Document non-conforming work and track corrective actions; maintain daily inspection reports with photos.
• Coordinate with Mechanical and Electrical inspectors to ensure full system integration.

Skills

Building inspection

Structural inspection

IBC knowledge

Documentation

On-site work

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Building Systems Inspector - ICC B2 Certified

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

Atlas is seeking an experienced quality control Building Systems Inspector in Gresham, OR to support construction of the Bull Run Filtration Facility, a multi-billion-dollar water treatment facility serving the Portland metropolitan region.

This position requires comprehensive quality control building inspection capability with strong structural expertise preferred. The quality control inspector will oversee structural systems, building envelope components, architectural finishes, and embedded utilities to ensure full compliance with project documents, codes, and specifications, supporting delivery of fully integrated building systems from foundation through final completion.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of building and structural systems not limited to but including:
  • Reinforced concrete foundations, walls, slabs, and structural components
  • Structural steel erection, bolting, and welding verification
  • Masonry construction
  • Wood and metal framing systems
  • Building envelope systems (waterproofing, cladding, roofing interfaces)
  • Exterior siding systems and architectural finishes
  • Interior finishes and completion items
  • Coordination of embedded utilities such as electrical conduit and mechanical penetrations within structural systems
  • HVAC installations
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable local and state building codes (IBC and related structural standards).
• Review structural and architectural shop drawings to understand inspection criteria and hold points.
• Coordinate with certified testing personnel for structural steel, welding, and concrete testing verification.
• Conduct pre-pour, pre-erection, and pre-installation inspections.
• Inspect building envelope installations for proper weatherproofing, flashing, and system integration.
• Identify and document non-conforming work and track corrective actions.
• Maintain thorough daily inspection reports with photographic documentation.
• Participate in preparatory meetings, quality meetings, and substantial completion ins
• Support development of punch lists and final building turnover documentation.
• Coordinate with Mechanical and Electrical Inspectors to ensure full building systems integration.
• Report directly to the Atlas Quality Control Supervisor.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Minimum 5–8 years of building or structural inspection experience on commercial, industrial, or heavy civil projects.
• Demonstrated experience inspecting reinforced concrete, structural steel, masonry, and framing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, architectural plans, shop drawings, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of the International Building Code (IBC) and structural standards.
• Experience documenting inspections and deficiencies using construction management software.
• Strong understanding of building envelope systems and integration with structural components.
• Ability to work full-time onsite in an active heavy civil/industrial construction environment.
• Preferred Qualifications (not required)
  • Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC), or ability to obtain.
  • Oregon Code Certification – Commercial Building Inspector and/or A-Level Structural Inspector.
  • International Code Council (ICC) Commercial Building Inspector and/or Structural Inspector certification.
  • Experience on large-scale public infrastructure projects ($100M+).
• AISC standards (structural steel)
• ASTM material standards
• Structural steel bolting and welding inspection practices
• Building envelope and waterproofing systems
• Local Building, Plumbing, and Electrical Codes
• Experience with construction management platforms
• Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite
• 100% onsite presence at Bull Run Filtration Facility (Gresham, OR)
• Active heavy civil and industrial construction site
• Exposure to outdoor conditions and large-scale construction operations
• Ability to pass criminal background, MVR and drug screen upon offer.
• Valid driver's license required.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $50-$75 hourly
  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life:

We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart:

As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust:

We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery:

Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.