Construction Inspector

Stanley Consultants; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Construction Inspector to join their team in Harvard, Illinois. This role involves performing daily on-site observations of construction work, ensuring compliance with approved plans and specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. You will be responsible for maintaining daily logs, preparing progress reports, and ensuring quality control throughout the construction process. If you are passionate about construction and eager to contribute to impactful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in construction management or 8 years of experience required.
• Must have IDOT construction documentation certificate.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily observation of contractor's construction work.
• Prepare reports documenting progress and quality of work.
• Communicate issues with project team members.

Skills

Construction Management

Communication Skills

Documentation Skills

Construction Techniques

Education

Associates Degree in Construction Management

8 years of construction experience

Tools

MS Word

Job description

Job Title - Construction Inspector
Location - Harvard, Illinois
Job Type – Onsite

Stanley Consultants is seeking to hire a Construction Inspector to work in Harvard, IL. This position will perform on-site daily observation of the contractor’s construction work and compare the work product to the project’s approved plans and specifications.

What You Will Be Doing:

1. Performs on-site daily observation of the contractor's construction work and compares the work product to the project's approved plans and specifications.
2. Prepares reports documenting progress of the Contractor’s work and the payment thereof.
3. Physically performs field-required tests.
4. Assures the quality of the contractor’s work.
5. Maintains daily logs of inspections and reviews any discrepancies with the proper parties.
6. Communicates all issues with the proper project team members expeditiously.
7. In the course of business, the member will be required to operate a company vehicle. A mandatory prerequisite to operating a company vehicle is maintaining an acceptable driving record.

Required Qualifications:

1. Associates degree in construction management program with a minimum of 5 years of construction related experience OR no degree and a minimum of 8 years of construction related experience in a field applicable to the work assignment.
2. The ideal candidate will have construction experience within the State of Illinois and familiarity with Illinois DOT construction services policies and procedures.
3. Experience with IDOT policies and procedures for highway construction field work is required.
4. Experience with Illinois Tollway and City of Chicago construction work is preferred.
5. Must possess IDOT construction documentation certificate.
6. Additional materials certifications (PCC Level I, II, III; HMA Level I, II, III; S-33, etc.) are preferred.
7. This job requires good communication and documentation skills (MS Word, Internet) and an individual capable of performing with minimal supervision.
8. A general knowledge of construction techniques and an ability to read plans and specifications is mandatory.

Physical Demands: Includes extensive manual labor, including the ability to lift and transport 50 lbs. Requires the ability to work at and easily maneuver around construction sites in various weather conditions. Must be able to climb ladders, scaffolding, and trenches. Fear of heights or confined spaces could create a significant hardship.