Construction Inspector

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc.; Aurora, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is seeking Construction Inspectors to join our team for infrastructure projects in the Chicagoland area. This full-time role in Aurora, IL, focuses on field inspections, safety, documentation, and coordination with Resident Engineers to ensure contract conformity and quality on a variety of sites.

Ideal candidates have a technical degree, at least 1 year of construction experience, a valid driver's license, and strong proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or diploma in a related field or equivalent construction experience.
• At least 1 year of construction experience; 3 years preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work at multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections at active sites to ensure safety, contract conformance and QA/QC.
• Observe materials and activities, document findings, and notify Resident Engineer of non-conformances.
• Monitor progress, tabulate quantities, and prepare project documents and files.
• Work with Resident Engineer across regular or swing shifts as needed.

Skills

Construction Inspection

MS Office

Field Documentation

Project Coordination

Safety Compliance

Education

Technical degree/diploma/certificate in related field

Tools

Kahua

e-Builder

Job description

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Construction Inspector

Full Time Aurora, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1415

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

CMT is looking for multiple Construction Inspectors to hire for infrastructure projects in the Chicagoland area. Team members may be observing and recording activities on the Contractor’s construction progress in a fast-paced environment. You will need to be self-directed, capable of performing independent tasks as well as supporting multidisciplinary teams. You should demonstrate a passion and be actively engaged in the construction industry with a focus on the successful delivery of projects that meet our clients’ needs. The candidate may perform inspections services for more than one project at various sites therefore flexibility and adaptability are important to this role.

Construction Inspector - Chicagoland

Why Join CMT?

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is a nationally recognized, employee-owned engineering firm delivering innovative infrastructure solutions for communities across the country. At CMT, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects that make a lasting impact—while enjoying opportunities for growth, leadership, and long-term career development.

Position Overview

CMT is seeking motivated Construction Inspection professionals to join our team in Northern Illinois. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work on water resource-related infrastructure projects while developing technical skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates leadership potential, a strong desire to learn, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

The Construction Inspector, under the supervision of the Resident Engineer, will be responsible for:

• Working at an active construction site in a manner that ensures personal safety as well as the safety of fellow employees by following project and company health and safety guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
• Observing and inspecting stored materials and construction activities on active project construction sites, monitoring conformance with the contract documents including drawings, specifications, and other codes and regulations.
• Notifying the appropriate Resident Engineer of contractor non-conformance and completing documentation as to the satisfactory completion of inspection or quality assurance test activities.
• Monitoring the progress of construction activities and providing updates to the Resident Engineer.
• Tabulating quantities and measuring dimensions of construction features.
• Preparing documents and maintaining files of project-related information including correspondence, reports, and pictures.
• Following inspection processes and procedures outlined in the guidance documents and manuals provided by the Resident Engineer.
• Performing duties above under the supervision of the Resident Engineer during either the regular shift or swing shift (i.e. second shift) as needed to accommodate the contractors’ work schedules.
• Performing other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned by the Resident Engineer.

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and construction experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of construction experience overall. (3 years of experience is preferred)
• Valid Drivers License

Required Skills

• Experience on water/wastewater infrastructure projects in a Construction Inspection role overseeing construction progress, site management, permitting requirements, code compliance and local regulations, conformance with drawings and specifications, contractor practices, QA/QC and inspections, commissioning, close-out, and final acceptance.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with systems for organizing and managing construction-related communications, reports, photos, etc. (e.g., Kahua, e-Builder or other similar software).
• Excellent organization skills and capacity to handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new priorities.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional client service.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and positive business relationships.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work on multiple construction projects (packages) and activities simultaneously.
• Ability to understand and interpret contract documents and test plans for specific construction activities.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes, construction principles, techniques and procedures, occupational hazards, and safety precautions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate project issues with contractor, project team and owner.
• OSHA training/certification and Confined Space Entry certification (or ability to be trained and certified if hired).
• Position will require work in both a field and office setting. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Must be available to work regular shift or swing shift assignments as needed.

Physical & Work Environment

Office-based role with occasional field work. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws. Physical demands vary depending on the specific nature of assigned projects.

Office tasks: physical requirements are minimal and include prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.

What CMT Offers

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Employee ownership and profit sharing
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Elevating infrastructure, together.

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is a civil infrastructure professional services firm working with clients and their communities to shape the future, together. Our mission is to provide superior infrastructure solutions, responsive to clients’ needs and expectations, while fostering growth and development for employees. Our dedicated team of engineers, planners, scientists, and consultants work together with clients and their communities to plan, advance, deliver, and manage civil infrastructure.

At CMT, we are looking for individuals who come to us with varied perspectives, backgrounds and worldviews.

Benefits at CMT

CMT offers a generous benefits program, focused on four pillars: Health & Wellness, Work + Life Balance, Financial Heath & Retirement, and Career Development. To learn more about the CMT benefit programs, review the information on our website, Careers - CMT Infrastructure Professionals .

The expected compensation range for the these roles are $75,000 - $100,000 annually.

The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT (EEO) POLICY
Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS
Applicants wishing to apply for an open position with CMT who require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process may contact CMT’s Human Resources Department at [e-mail] to request assistance. CMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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