Construction Inspector

Ramboll; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Investment in personal development

Supportive leadership

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

A global architecture and engineering consultancy is seeking a Construction Inspector to provide support in municipal water construction projects. You will inspect and oversee construction work, ensuring compliance with specifications while maintaining accurate records. Candidates should be knowledgeable in construction project details and have a strong desire for continuous learning. The role offers opportunities for personal and professional development in a dynamic environment, emphasizing teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction inspection processes and techniques.
• Ability to identify unforeseen conditions at construction sites.
• Strong understanding of safety requirements in construction.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction projects for compliance with plans.
• Communicate unforeseen conditions to senior staff.
• Maintain field notes and daily project reports.
• Acquire field information to aid project design.

Skills

Knowledge of construction project specifications

Desire to increase construction knowledge

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Job description

Do you thrive in a dynamic work environment where each day brings new challenges and opportunities? Are you looking for a rewarding career where your expertise in construction inspection makes a real difference? Are you ready to play a crucial role in inspecting and overseeing the success of construction projects?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Water US, Construction Management Division as our new Construction Inspector and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Job Description

Your new role

As our new Construction Inspector, you will provide clerical and administrative support to various members of the project. You may be required to report to various construction sites to assist senior staff members with day-to-day construction related functions. In addition, perform inspection oversight on construction projects of various complexity.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Inspecting and observing that a construction project, or aspect of a construction project, is constructed in accordance with plans and specifications provided for the project.
• Identifying unforeseen conditions and communicates such to the attention of senior supervising construction staff.
• Maintaining accurate field notes, daily reports, and tracking schedule progress for the project.
• Acquiring field information to aid in project design.
• Providing supervision to less experienced staff

Qualifications

Your new team

You will be part of the Water US, Construction Management Division with a focus on supporting the delivery of Ramboll’s municipal water construction projects. This position can support work in 2 of our major areas: Mid-Atlantic and the Northeast.
In addition, there are 3 levels of Construction Inspectors, based on experience and qualifications.

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

These include:

• Knowledgeable with the pertinent information of a construction project, or aspect of a construction project, including but not limited to the plans, specifications, right of way restrictions, permits, test procedures, shop drawings, submittals, and utilities.
• A strong desire to increase construction knowledge and ability through training in related field.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and project management software
• Work effectively in teams.

Additional skills, certifications, and qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:

• Special Inspection Certifications.
• Municipal of State Agency experience.
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of general safety requirements.
• Competency in one or more of the following: concrete, structural steel, piping, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, etc

Additional Information

What we can offer you

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• Be valued for the unique person you are
• Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Ramboll in the Americas

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us [e-mail] with such requests.

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