Construction Field Specialist I

HNTB Corporation; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation is seeking a motivated Construction Field Specialist I (Construction Inspector) in Midvale, Utah. This role involves performing construction inspections and documentation for transportation infrastructure projects. Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills are essential for ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.

The ideal candidate should have relevant experience and hold industry certifications. Join HNTB in delivering quality and safety on key projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience with associates degree, OR 8 years with bachelor's degree.
• Current industry certifications such as UDOT/SRDT or ACI Concrete Field Testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections to ensure compliance with plans and standards.
• Prepare daily reports and field documentation.
• Communicate effectively with contractors and project engineers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Familiarity with construction inspection procedures

Ability to work independently

Education

Associates degree in Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s in Engineering or related field

Job description

What We're Looking For

HNTB is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Construction Field Specialist I (Construction Inspector) to join our Construction Services Group. This position will support transportation infrastructure projects by performing construction inspection, documentation, and quality assurance activities in the field.

The Construction Field Specialist I will work closely with project teams, contractors, and clients to ensure construction activities are completed in accordance with contract documents, project plans, specifications, and applicable standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily construction inspections to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Monitor contractor activities, materials, workmanship, and construction methods.
• Prepare accurate daily reports, field documentation, quantity measurements, and project records.
• Perform or assist with quality assurance testing and documentation.
• Review construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, project engineers, and HNTB project staff.
• Identify potential issues and assist in resolving construction‑related concerns.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Support transportation infrastructure projects throughout Utah.

What You’ll Do

• Inspects, observes, documents, and verifies work in progress by the construction contractor to ensure compliance with project schedule, contract documents, and plans. Confirms procedures are followed and material used conforms to specifications.
• Advises Contractor superintendent of necessary actions to ensure conformance with plan, specs, and contract.
• Reviews and resolves quantity disputes with contractor.
• Utilizes engineering inspection practices to perform sophisticated and complicated mathematical calculations, constructability and biddability reviews, and measurements of completed work to date.
• Assists with reviews and checks calculations for Inspector's daily report of assigned work activities, contractor labor and equipment, quantity of material received and verified.
• Performs on‑site material testing and assists with equipment maintenance.
• Assists with as‑built record drawings.
• Assists with contract close‑out documentation.
• Assists in construction schedule reviews, contractor pay estimate reviews, and change order management.
• Attends and participates in, as needed, project progress meetings.
• Serves as field technical subject matter expert.
• May lead daily assignments, mentor, and train employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Associates degree in Engineering, Construction Services, or related field and 10 years relevant experience, OR
• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Construction Services, or related field and 8 years of relevant experience, OR
• In lieu of degree, 12 years of relevant experience.

The ideal candidate will possess current industry certifications, including:

• UDOT Construction Training Program (CTP) Certification (preferred)
• UDOT/SRDT Certification
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
• UDOT/UAPA Asphalt Inspection Certification
• WAQTC Materials Testing Certification
• ATSSA Traffic Control Technician Certification
• FRA Part 213 and General Track inspections
• FCC inspections

Candidates who do not currently possess UDOT certification may be considered if they have relevant construction inspection experience and can successfully complete the required UDOT certification program within six months of their hire date.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working on UDOT, DOT, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience with rail, runways, roadway, bridge, concrete, asphalt, utility, and earthwork construction.
• Knowledge of construction inspection procedures, materials testing, and quality assurance practices.
• Familiarity with project documentation systems and electronic reporting tools.
• Code of Federal Regulations Title 49.

Additional Information

Benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards.

Learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations

Salt Lake City, UT

Job Type: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Category: Construction Services Group

ReqID: R-30593

Equal Employment Opportunity & Disability Accessibility Statement

HNTB provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. The HNTB Companies ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Any applicant with limited English proficiency or a qualifying physical or mental disability who believes they require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us at [e-mail] or call 816-527-2600 for assistance. HNTB will make determinations on requests for accommodations on a case‑by‑case basis.

Hearing and speech impaired individuals who seek assistance or accommodation in applying for a position via TTY, may dial 711 in the United States. Instruct the TTY operator to call 888-400-4682 and select option 5 for TTY service. Please indicate to the HNTB agent that you are a candidate seeking assistance in the job application process.

We do not accept resumes submitted via email addresses. To properly submit your application to the HNTB Companies, please search our open positions online and apply directly through our careers website.

Thank you for considering HNTB for your career opportunities.

Affirmative Action Policy Statement

HNTB has implemented the following policy as part of its longstanding commitment to compliance with all applicable affirmative action requirements. HNTB agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment, this affirmative action policy.

HNTB is a federal contractor subject to Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended ("Section 4212") and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended ("Section 503"). Accordingly, it is HNTB’s policy to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment protected veterans (disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces Service Medal veterans, or active‑dutiful wartime or campaign badge veterans) and individuals with disabilities at all levels of employment, including the executive level. HNTB also will provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of HNTB. In order to request a reasonable accommodation, employees should contact the HR Solutions Center at General Policy Inquiry - Employee Center and applicants should contact [e-mail].

HNTB will recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles, and will ensure that all other personnel actions are administered, without regard to an individual’s protected veteran or disability status. All employment decisions will be based only on valid job requirements. In addition, employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in or may engage in any of the following activities: (1) filing a complaint; (2) assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State, or local law requiring equal opportunity for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities; (3) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by Section 4212, Section 503, their implementing regulations, or any other Federal, State, or local law requiring equal opportunity for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities; or (4) exercising any other right protected by Section 4212, Section 503, or their implementing regulations.

The non‑confidential portions of the affirmative action program for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. These plans are available for review upon request during normal business hours. Any questions or requests to review should be directed to your Human Resources Partner.

As Chief Executive Officer, I fully support our affirmative action program and am committed to the implementation of the company’s affirmative action policy. I have delegated overall responsibility for this policy to the Business Integrity Director. The Manager of HR Compliance & Immigration is responsible for the implementation, auditing, and reporting of this policy and program, assisted by the office’s Human Resources Partner.

HNTB employees must comply with this policy and report any violations of illegal discrimination, as specified in the Integrity Reporting policy.

For Questions or Additional Information, please contact the HR Solutions Center, General Policy Inquiry - Employee Center, 888-400-4682.

Robert J. Slimp, CEO