Construction Inspector

Josh Pros LLC; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown Client in the civil engineering sector is seeking a Construction Inspector to provide QA inspections under the Construction Manager. The role supports project managers, contractors, and developers to ensure compliance with contract specs, regulations, and safety codes on-site.

Responsibilities include field inspection across multiple projects, QA auditing for cost and constructability, and technical support for bid documents and reports.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in paraprofessional engineering or construction trades (designing, surveying, materials testing, or drafting).
• OR a B.S. in Construction Management from an accredited institution.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, construction trends, and mathematics.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local codes/regulations governing construction.
• Software Proficiency: AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and standard company software packages.
• Communication: Excellent report writing, presentation, and customer service skills.
• Compliance: Must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Field Inspection: Provide general inspection of construction activities across multiple projects, monitoring site work and installations by contractors and utility providers.
• Quality Assurance: Audit projects for cost and constructability based on specific site plans and engineering drawings.
• Technical Support: Analyze design and surveying problems; assist in preparing bid documents, technical specifications, and comprehensive reports.
• Participate in staff meetings to communicate critical issues to management and maintain accurate, timely project records.
• Relationship Management: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, developers, contractors, and public agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Construction Management

Four years of paraprofessional engineering experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Client: A client in the civil engineering industry
Location: Ashville, NC
Work mode: On-site
Experience: Mid Level
Work authorization: US Citizen/Permanent Resident
Relocation: Not available
Openings: 1

The Construction Inspector provides quality assurance inspections under the direction of the Construction Manager. Serving as a vital field resource for project managers, contractors, and developers, this role ensures that small to large-scale development projects comply with contract specifications, complex regulations, and safety ordinances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Field Inspection: Provide general inspection of construction activities across multiple projects, monitoring site work and installations by contractors and utility providers.
• Quality Assurance: Audit projects for cost and constructability based on specific site plans and engineering drawings.
• Technical Support: Analyze design and surveying problems; assist in preparing bid documents, technical specifications, and comprehensive reports.

Project Coordination:

• Participate in staff meetings to communicate critical issues to management and maintain accurate, timely project records.
• Relationship Management: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, developers, contractors, and public agencies.

Required Qualifications:

Experience:

• Four (4) years of experience in paraprofessional engineering or construction trades (designing, surveying, materials testing, or drafting).
• OR a B.S. in Construction Management from an accredited institution.

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, construction trends, and mathematics.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local codes/regulations governing construction.

• Software Proficiency: Experienced in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and standard company software packages.
• Communication: Excellent report writing, presentation, and customer service skills.
• Compliance: Must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain an acceptable driving record.