Construction Inspector

Cube Root Corporation; Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cube Root Corporation in Washington, DC, seeks a Construction Inspector to support a DHS/ICE contract, providing construction management and QA services. You will oversee site activities, ensure compliance with plans, specs, safety standards, and quality control across diverse government projects.

The role requires travel and extended site visits, potential assignments in multiple states or territories, and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction inspection and QA processes.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and quality control.
• Ability to interpret plans and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection and oversight across projects.
• Interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents to verify compliance.
• Inspect materials and workmanship to ensure they meet requirements.
• Monitor contractor activities and enforce safety and environmental standards.
• Prepare QA reports and maintain project documentation files.

Skills

Construction inspection

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

Job description

Cube Root Corporation is a Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and certified 8 (a) small business headquartered in the heart of Washington, DC. We specialize in construction management, program and project planning, project management, program management, facilities management and engineering services. Our passion is to provide professional advice to policy makers, developers, fellow engineers and others in facilities planning, design and construction. As a company and as individuals, we are committed to the highest ethical standards and hold ourselves accountable to our clients, but most importantly to the communities that depend on our work. We take on big challenges and are committed to seeing them through to a successful conclusion. We are also proud of our commitment to expand opportunities for people in underrepresented communities.

Position Overview

The Construction Inspector will support a federal non-personal services contract providing Construction Management (CM) and Quality Assurance (QA) services for DHS/ICE projects. This role involves oversight of construction activities, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, safety standards, and quality control processes across a variety of government projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Construction Inspection and Oversight
• Interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Inspect materials and workmanship to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor activities, including equipment operators and mechanics
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and environmental compliance standards
• Quality Assurance (QA) and Control
• Monitor and enforce the 3-phase control process (Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up phases)
• Attend preparatory and initial-phase meetings and conduct follow-up inspections
• Verify contractor documentation, including:
  • Meeting minutes
  • Daily Construction Quality Control (CQC) reports
• Ensure the contractor effectively implements and maintains the CQC program
• Project Coordination and Documentation
• Perform design and submittal reviews
• Track deficiencies and ensure resolution
• Log, review, and distribute submittals and Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Prepare QA reports and maintain project documentation files
• Support development of Scopes of Work (SOW)
• Assist with construction cost estimating
• Testing and Compliance Monitoring
• Monitor and document:
  • Material testing compliance
  • System testing and commissioning
• Ensure completion of as-built drawings and project closeout documentation
• Meetings and Reporting
• Attend weekly and monthly QA meetings
• Participate in contractor meetings regarding scheduling, claims, and project issues
• Provide recommendations, analyses, and reports to ICE OAFM personnel

Work Environment and Expectations

• Must be willing to travel and perform extended site visits (2+ weeks)
• Projects may require assignments in multiple states or territories
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Capable of meeting tight deadlines under expedited project schedules
• Remote work may be required depending on assignment

Project Types

• Projects may include:
• New construction and renovation (design-bid-build and design-build)
• Maintenance and administrative facilities
• Detention housing and dormitory facilities
• Training facilities
• Specialized projects such as:
  • Body Worn Camera (BWC) warehouse renovationso Armory relocations/consolidations
  • Restroom expansions
  • Microgrid installations
• Projects may involve multiple disciplines, incl