Coatings Inspector

Gannett Fleming; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Incentive pay

Job summary

GFT, Infrastructure, Inc. is seeking qualified Coatings Inspectors to join our team in Hopkinton, MA. You will oversee quality assurance inspections on major bridge painting and coatings rehabilitation projects to ensure compliance with industry standards and GFT’s QMP.

This role requires detail-oriented professionals with coating application/inspection experience on bridge-related projects. You will help maintain structural integrity and safety while representing GFT and our client

Qualifications

• Experience in coating applications or inspection on bridge projects.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Ability to read drawings and coating specs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee QA inspections for bridge painting projects.
• Conduct coating inspections and testing per specs and QMP.
• Complete daily inspection reports documenting progress and compliance.
• Represent client and GFT professionally in field.
• Be onsite during contractor work and ensure procedures are followed.
• Report findings to GFT coatings manager and take directives.

Skills

Coatings inspections

Quality Assurance

Bridge coatings

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT, Infrastructure, Inc. (GFT) is seeking qualified Coatings Inspectors to join our team in Hopkinton, MA.

At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment toexcellence,safety,innovation, andsustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety andquality standards.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As a Coatings Inspector, you will oversee quality assurance inspections on major bridge painting and coatings rehabilitation projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and GFT’s Quality Management Protocols (QMP). This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in coating application and inspection on bridge-related projects. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining structural integrity and safety while representing GFT and our client in a professional and proactive manner.

In the capacity, you will be responsible for the following:

• Perform in-process and hold-point Quality Assurance oversight for bridge rehabilitation projects.
• Conduct all required coating inspections and testing in compliance with project specifications and GFT’s Quality Management Protocols (QMP).
• Complete daily inspection reports to document work progress and compliance.
• Act as a representative of the client and GFT, maintaining professionalism in both appearance and communication.
• Be onsite during Contractor work activities, ensuring adherence to approved procedures and standards.
• Report findings and follow instructions from GFT’s coatings manager.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• High School Diploma.
• NACE CIP 1, 2, or 3 Certifications.
• SSPC C-3 Certification (Lead Paint Removal).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience desired in coating application and/or inspection on bridge-related projects.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for project site visits.

Preferred Experience

• Strong understanding of construction drawings, coatings specifications, and referenced technical standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Windows for documentation and reporting.
• Ability to travel and work flexible schedules, including overtime.
• Physically capable of working outdoors in various conditions, maneuvering challenging terrain, and passing a medical evaluation.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $72,800.00 - $110,000.00. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, including access to training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Hopkinton, MA

Working Hours: Construction Hours

Employment Status: Full-time

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