Civil Survey Inspector

Actalent; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Civil Inspector to work onsite in Calera, AL, coordinating civil land development and site construction activities and ensuring compliance with plans, permits, and environmental requirements. The role focuses on grading, drainage, utility installation, erosion control, and site development, with emphasis on accurate documentation and communication with project teams.

The position requires 3+ years of civil construction inspection experience, strong knowledge of safety

Qualifications

• 3+ years in civil construction inspection or field coordination.
• Understanding of grading, drainage, and erosion control.
• Experience interpreting civil drawings and specs.
• Knowledge of safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Ability to work independently in field conditions.
• Strong communication with contractors and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with field reporting tools and apps.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to sites.
• 5+ years in a similar role is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive field inspection and coordination for civil land development and site construction projects.
• Monitor contractor activities for compliance with plans, permits, and specs.
• Oversee earthwork, grading, excavation, and utility installation for quality and design adherence.
• Inspect erosion and sediment control measures and verify regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate daily construction activities with teams to maintain project alignment.
• Verify survey control points and site layout accuracy.
• Identify field issues and communicate design or safety concerns promptly.
• Track progress against schedules and milestones.
• Document installed quantities and completed work for billing.
• Review contractor timesheets, invoices, and material quantities for accuracy.
• Coordinate material deliveries and site access requirements.
• Monitor drainage, stormwater, and utility installations for quality and conformance.
• Maintain daily inspection reports with weather, workforce, and activity details.
• Support permitting and regulatory inspections as required.
• Complete punch lists and project closeout documentation.
• Submit weekly progress reports and contractor evaluations.

Skills

Field inspection

Site coordination

Communication

Safety compliance

Travel-ready

Reporting

Field reporting software

Independent work

Tools

GPS equipment

Surveying interpretation

Job description

Job Title: Civil Inspector

The Civil Inspector is responsible for coordinating, inspecting, and overseeing civil land development and site construction activities in the field. This role ensures that all work is performed safely, on schedule, and in strict compliance with engineering plans, specifications, permits, environmental requirements, and applicable standards. The Civil Inspector serves as the primary on-site representative for grading, drainage, utility installation, erosion control, access roads, and overall site development activities, while providing accurate documentation and effective communication with project teams and stakeholders.

Job Description

The Civil Inspector is responsible for coordinating, inspecting, and overseeing civil land development and site construction activities in the field. This role ensures that all work is performed safely, on schedule, and in strict compliance with engineering plans, specifications, permits, environmental requirements, and applicable standards. The Civil Inspector serves as the primary on-site representative for grading, drainage, utility installation, erosion control, access roads, and overall site development activities, while providing accurate documentation and effective communication with project teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive field inspection and coordination for civil land development and site construction projects.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, permits, environmental requirements, and contract documents.
• Oversee site clearing, earthwork, grading, excavation, and utility installation activities to verify quality and adherence to design.
• Inspect erosion and sediment control measures and verify proper installation, maintenance, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate daily construction activities with contractors, survey crews, project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to maintain project alignment.
• Verify survey control points, construction staking, and site layout activities for accuracy and consistency with design documents.
• Identify and communicate field issues, design discrepancies, safety concerns, and constructability challenges to the project team in a timely manner.
• Track project progress and monitor productivity against established schedules, milestones, and performance targets.
• Maintain oversight and documentation of installed quantities, billable units, and completed work for contract and billing purposes.
• Verify contractor timesheets, invoices, and material quantities for accuracy, completeness, and contract compliance.
• Coordinate material deliveries, staging areas, and site access requirements to support efficient construction operations.
• Monitor drainage, stormwater, roadway, utility, and infrastructure installations for quality, functionality, and compliance with design and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate daily inspection reports, including workforce activities, equipment utilization, weather conditions, and detailed site observations.
• Support permitting activities, environmental compliance efforts, and regulatory inspections as required by project and jurisdictional needs.
• Complete punch-list inspections, final acceptance reviews, and project closeout documentation to ensure all work meets project requirements.
• Submit weekly progress reports and contractor performance evaluations through field management applications and electronic documentation tools.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in civil construction inspection, land development, site construction, or field coordination.
• Strong understanding of grading, drainage, stormwater management, utility installation, erosion control, and site development practices.
• Experience interpreting civil engineering drawings, specifications, survey data, and construction documents.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards, environmental regulations, and quality assurance procedures.
• Ability to work independently in a field environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and coordination skills when working with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with field reporting software, mobile applications, and electronic documentation tools.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel to project sites as required.
• Experience with civil construction inspection and construction management, including grading, erosion control, and general civil construction activities.
• Experience in substation, survey, and civil construction inspection or related project management responsibilities.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar civil construction or inspection role is strongly valued.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting commercial, industrial, municipal, utility, or transportation land development projects.
• Familiarity with survey control, GPS equipment, and construction staking procedures.
• Knowledge of stormwater permitting, erosion and sediment control regulations, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience with quantity tracking, pay applications, and construction progress documentation.
• Previous experience working with engineering consulting firms, developers, municipalities, or construction contractors.
• Interest in gaining experience with large investor-owned utility projects and complex civil infrastructure environments.

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based, supporting active land development and civil construction sites across various locations. The primary office is located at a general services complex, and projects will be distributed throughout the state, requiring frequent travel and occasional overnight stays depending on project needs. The role involves regular exposure to outdoor conditions, heavy equipment operations, excavation activities, and active construction environments. The Civil Inspector must be able to walk uneven terrain, perform inspections in various weather conditions, and conduct site observations throughout all phases of construction. Work is performed using field reporting software, mobile applications, and standard civil inspection tools, with a focus on safety, professionalism, and collaboration in a dynamic project setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Calera, AL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calera,AL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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