Construction Inspector

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 57,211 - 81,856; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Program including Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with company stock ownership program

Generous paid-time-off program

Health & Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Delve Underground is seeking a Construction Inspector for its Chicago office, primarily on water and wastewater construction projects. This role requires heavy civil construction experience, specifically inspecting tunnels or similar infrastructure.

The successful candidate will monitor construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards and contract documents. A minimum of three years of experience in the field is necessary, along with the ability to meet physical job demands and proficiency in required software.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in heavy civil construction inspecting tunnels or pipelines.
• Experience on at least one tunnel project with trenchless tunneling.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job including climbing and lifting.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report on the construction contractor's work.
• Review field-related submittals and requests for information.
• Monitor construction progress for compliance with safety standards.
• Utilize Project Information Management System for reporting.

Skills

Heavy construction experience

Inspection of tunnels or pipelines

Knowledge of industry practices

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Visio

Job description

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Job Type: Full-time

Description

Delve Underground is a leader in heavy civil engineering, serving the transportation, water, wastewater, and energy industries. Specializing in tunnel design, we provide innovative solutions to the most challenging underground problems. Offering comprehensive design, construction management, and dispute‑resolution capabilities, our expertise includes civil, structural, geotechnical, mechanical, and electrical engineering. Founded in 1954, Delve Underground is an employee‑owned firm with 25 offices and over 350 team members throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

We empower our employees to create a career doing what they love to do. We encourage an entrepreneurial spirit and help our team members forge their own path within the company. We support their efforts to stay on the cutting edge of technology while fostering a great work‑life balance. In addition to working hard, we also have fun. We socialize and celebrate achievements at summer picnics, holiday parties, and company outings.

Benefits: Full Benefits Program consisting of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA or HSA, EAP, 401(k), ESOP, and company stock ownership program, 9 Paid Holidays, generous paid‑time‑off program, and Health & Wellness Reimbursement

Pay Rate: $41.53 - $59.42/hour

Construction Inspector

Delve Underground is looking for a Construction Inspector in our Chicago office within our Construction Management Practice. The Inspector will work at a project field office in the Chicago area primarily on water and wastewater construction projects.

The successful candidate for this position will have experience in heavy civil construction projects for water and wastewater infrastructure. Tunnel experience, including trenchless experience, is considered to be relevant.

This is an on‑site position and may include shift work.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report construction contractor’s work and prepare daily inspection reports, including labor, equipment, and materials in addition to work activities; review contractor reports.
• Review and provide input into field‑related Submittals, Requests for Information, plan clarifications, geotechnical information and data, and CPM schedules.
• Monitor the Contractor’s receipt of materials arriving on‑site, monitor off‑site production activities and/or any other construction activities in their area.
• Monitor construction progress for compliance with Contract Documents, safety standards and agency requirements.
• Assist in maintaining, supporting, and promoting a safe work environment while complying with applicable safety policies and procedures.
• Utilize Agency/client Project Information Management System (PIMS) and/or other Agency/Client electronic systems for preparing Inspection Reports.

Qualifications

• At least three years of recent experience in heavy construction, inspecting tunnels or pipelines for large and complex engineering/construction projects.
• Experience on at least one tunnel project, including trenchless tunneling experience.
• Knowledge of construction‑related processes and industry practices.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as a respirator and to meet physical demands of the position such as walking, standing, lifting up to 40 lbs., climbing ladders, bending, squatting, and crawling in tight spaces to safely access work sites.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook. Preferred knowledge of Visio, AutoCAD, or Bluebeam.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and organizational skills.

Delve Underground is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Compensation reflects the cost of labor across our US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location, experience, knowledge, and skills.