Construction Inspector

Coleman Company, Inc

Brunswick (GA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus opportunities

Vehicle, gas, and phone allowances

Relocation bonus for qualified candidi

Half-Day Fridays

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Disability & life insurance

401(k) with employer match

9 Paid Holidays + Generous PTO

Company store allowance

Professional development and certif c

Job summary

Coleman Company, Inc. seeks a Municipal Construction Inspector in Brunswick, GA to oversee municipal infrastructure projects from preconstruction through final inspection.

The role emphasizes field accuracy, clear documentation, and collaboration with engineers, project managers, and contractors to deliver safe, durable infrastructure for coastal Georgia. The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in construction inspection, strong plan-reading skills, and proficiency with electronic reporting.

Qualifications

Degree or higher in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field.
3–5+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection or related field.
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contracts.
Thorough knowledge of erosion control BMPs and field testing procedures.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with high accuracy in documentation.
Comfortable using electronic reporting and data collection tools.
Valid driver’s license with clean record.
NPDES Level 1B certification.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day oversight of municipal construction projects under supervision of a Professional Engineer.
Read and interpret plans, specifications, and contracts to verify work conforms to documents.
Represent the Owner at construction meetings and coordinate QA tests.
Schedule and attend preconstruction meetings and perform final inspections and project closeout.
Review shop drawings and submittals for conformity to documents.
Prepare and submit inspection reports and project correspondence.
Review contractor payment applications and verify quantities.
Monitor construction progress relative to the project schedule.
Coordinate preparation of record documents and maintain communication with the project team.
Interact professionally with contractors, clients, and residents affected by construction.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Reading plans & specifications

Electronic reporting

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering Technology

Job description

About Us

Coleman Company, Inc. is a multidisciplinary civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and land surveying firm based in Savannah, GA. We deliver municipal, residential, commercial, and industrial development projects across the Southeast, known for our technical precision, responsive service, and collaborative approach. Coleman has been recognized as one of Zweig Group's Best Firms to Work For and was recently named the Georgia Society of Professional Engineers’ 2026 Mid-Size Employer of the year.

About The Role

Coleman Company, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Municipal Construction Inspector to join our team in Brunswick, Georgia, providing day-to-day oversight of municipal infrastructure projects across coastal Georgia. This is an exciting opportunity for a field-focused construction professional who takes pride in quality work, clear documentation, and building projects that serve our communities for decades to come. Working under the supervision of professional engineers and senior inspectors, you will support the owner, in the field, from preconstruction through final inspection and closeout, working alongside top Engineers, Project Managers, Contractors, and municipal clients to deliver boldly and deliver right.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an intermediate-level inspector with a strong technical foundation and sound professional judgment. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and confident communicating with contractors, clients, and the public, and knows how to keep projects moving with the least possible interruption to the work. This role receives moderate supervision, with your supervisor screening assignments for unusual or difficult problems and providing guidance on non-routine work.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day oversight of municipal construction projects under the supervision of a Professional Engineer
Read and interpret plans, specifications, and contracts to verify work conforms to the contract documents
Represent the Owner at construction meetings and material, equipment, quality assurance tests required by the contract documents
Schedule and attend preconstruction meetings, and perform final inspections and project closeout
Review shop drawings and submittals for conformity to the contract documents
Prepare and electronically submit inspection reports and other project correspondence
Review contractor payment applications, verify quantities of completed work, and recommend payment to the Owner
Monitor construction progress relative to the contractor's project schedule
Monitor erosion control BMPs, conduct construction NPDES stormwater sampling, and prepare monthly reports for submittal to resource agencies
Coordinate preparation of record documents
Keep the in-house project team informed of construction progress and any issues or problems encountered
Interact positively and professionally with contractors, clients, industry professionals, and residents and business owners impacted by construction
May supervise and coordinate one or more other inspectors
Conduct field and desktop-based inspections of facilities and infrastructure impacted by disasters
Evaluate and document damages to public buildings, roads, bridges, utilities, parks, drainage systems, and other facilities
Capture photographs, measurements, observations, and site conditions
Document building and site-specific attributes using data collection applications and technology platforms
Verify reported damages and support validation of project information

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field, plus related continuing education
3 - 5+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection or a related field
Thorough working knowledge of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, general science, and scales of weight and measurement as applied to engineering computations and construction
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contracts
Thorough knowledge of erosion control BMPs
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of accuracy in all work and documentation
Comfortable using electronic reporting and data collection tools
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
NPDES Level 1B certification

Preferred

Experience inspecting municipal infrastructure such as roadways, water, sewer, and stormwater systems
Experience with disaster damage assessments and recovery funding programs, such as FEMA Public Assistance
Experience supervising or coordinating other inspectors
Additional inspection certifications, such as GDOT or ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician

Compensation & Benefits