Construction Highway Inspector

WSP; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is looking for a Full-Time Highway Construction Inspector based in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves performing inspections of highway and bridge construction work to ensure compliance with various specifications and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. Skills in construction principles and effective communication are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in construction, construction inspection or construction testing.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection and observation of highway and/or bridge construction work.
• Prepare daily work reports and maintain documentation of contractor work.
• Verify contractor compliance with project safety procedures.

Skills

Construction inspection principles

Field inspection practices

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Technical writing

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Full-Time Highway Construction Inspector

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Highway Construction Inspector for our Albuquerque, NM office. Be involved in projects with our Project Management/Construction Management Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Perform construction inspection and observation of highway and/or bridge construction work for compliance with NMDOT, Municipality, County, and Tribal plans, specifications and contract documents; Work includes but is not limited to inspection of earthwork, hot mix asphalt, concrete structures, concrete placements, base course, subgrade, guardrail, culverts and drainage structures, curb and gutter, sidewalk, lighting, signals, striping, utilities, and traffic control
• Interpret plans, specifications and contract documents to verify contract compliance
• Prepare daily work reports; prepare and maintain documentation of contractor work performed; observe and perform materials testing and inspect traffic control based on construction plans and specifications. Use SiteManager Construction Management System, spead sheets, or other electronic or manual means to document construction project activity
• Perform sampling and testing of concrete in conformance with NMDOT and other specifications and procedures
• Perform moisture/density testing of soils, base course and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) in conformance with NMDOT Specifications and procedures using a portable moisture/density gauge
• Perform sampling of soils, base course, aggregates and HMA in conformance with NMDOT specifications and procedures.
• Document work item quantities accepted and approved for payment; report pay quantities using SiteManager or other electronic means prepare and review reports and documentation
• Verify contractor compliance with project safety procedures; Inspect and document contractor traffic control set-ups
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in construction, construction inspection or construction testing.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Familiar with construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Familiar with relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Analytical mindset to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Ability to provide input and feedback to others in the field such as subcontractors and work colleagues to consistently complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in or the ability to become certified in concrete, hot-mix, soils, traffic control, densometer gauge, materials sampling and testing by the ACNM/NMDOT Technician and Certification Program (TTCP)
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certification
• Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Certification.