Construction Inspector

CME Associates; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance with HSA option

Vision

Dental

Life

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Catalytic Coaching – development plans

Job summary

Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is seeking a Construction Inspector to assist on projects in Michigan. You will perform daily field inspections, monitor contractor activities, and ensure conformance with plans, specs, and standards.

Ideal candidates have 3–10 years of inspection experience, familiarity with MDOT procedures, and strong communication skills. Valid driver's license and ability to travel across Michigan are required.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of construction inspection experience.
• Experience with roadway, bridge, municipal, and utility construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, technical specs, and manuals.
• Strong communication, organizational, writing, and documentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to Michigan sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspection of construction activities for conformance with plans, specs, and standards.
• Monitor contractor operations, safety practices, work quality, and materials placement.
• Document project activities using MDOT-compliant reporting methods.
• Conduct measurements, verify quantities, materials, and pay item documentation.
• Observe testing of materials (concrete, soils, asphalt) by certified technicians.
• Communicate progress and issues with contractors, clients, and MSG staff.
• Assist with change documentation, field sketches, and as-built recordkeeping.
• Support project engineers with field data, photos, reports, and progress updates.
• Ensure compliance with MDOT, local agency, and project-specific requirements.
• Attend progress meetings as needed.

Skills

Construction inspection

Plan reading

Written communication

Documentation

Outdoor site work

Travel readiness

Tools

MDOT FieldManager

MDOT FieldBook

ASHTOWare

MDOT C&T Courses

Job description

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Construction Inspector to assist with our projects in (location)!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspection of construction activities for conformance with project plans, specifications, and industry standards.
• Monitor contractor operations, safety practices, work quality, and materials placement.
• Document project activities using MDOT-compliant reporting methods (FieldManager/FieldBook, AASHTOWare,or similar).
• Conduct measurements, verify quantities, verify materials, and assist with pay item documentation.
• Observe and document testing of materials (e.g., concrete, soils, asphalt) performed by certified technicians.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, clients, and internal MSG staff regarding project progress and issues.
• Assist with change documentation, field sketches, as-built recordkeeping, and punch lists.
• Support project engineers and project managers with field data, photos, reports, and progress updates.
• Ensure compliance with MDOT, local agency, and project-specific requirements.
• Attend progress meetings as needed.

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• 3–10 years of construction inspection experience.
• Experience with roadway, bridge, municipal, and utility construction.
• Familiarity with MDOT specifications, procedures, and documentation standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, technical specifications, and project manuals.
• Strong communication, organizational, writing, and documentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Michigan.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and on active construction sites.

Preferred Certifications (Common For AEC/Transportation Construction Inspection)

Candidates are not required to possess all of these, but the more the better—especially for MDOT work.

MDOT-Specific Certifications

• MDOT FieldManager / FieldBook, ASHTOWare Training
• MDOT Construction & Technology (C&T) Courses
• MDOT Density Technician
• Michigan Concrete Field Testing – MCA Level 1
• MDOT Bituminous (Asphalt) Paving Inspection
• MDOT Aggregate Technician
• MDOT Material Acceptance

Industry Certifications

• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
• NICET Transportation/Highway Construction Inspection (Level II or higher)
• MDEQ (EGLE) Part 91 Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control (SESC) – Construction Stormwater Inspector
• OSHA 10‑Hour or OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Safety
• Certified Stormwater Operator (CSWO)
• Michigan Certified Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) QA/QC Technician
• Work Zone Safety (ATSSA Traffic Control Technician preferred)
• Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Training (if applicable)

Other Prefered Certifications

• Proficiency with AASHTOWare, FieldManager, e‑Construction tools, or similar documentation platforms.
• Ability to resolve field issues proactively and work independently.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) w/ company match
• Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!

It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.