Construction Inspector

Vanderbilt; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University is seeking a Construction Inspector to support renovation and new construction projects within the Facilities Department. The role involves field engineering support, coordinating quality management, safety programs, and contractor activities across multiple concurrent contracts on campus.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, familiarity with university environments, and strong communication skills. ABET‑accredited degree preferred; CCM is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant construction inspection experience.
• Practical background in on-site management and contract administration.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders in a university setting.
• Preferred CCM certification and ABET‑accredited degree.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate contractor QC efforts and coordinate the quality management program.
• Ensure on-site production aligns with plans, specs, and safety requirements.
• Support CME and PM in contract administration and project coordination.
• Walk campuses to monitor projects and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Coordinate site access, surveys, blasting, crane, road closures, and permits.

Skills

Construction inspection

Project management

Quality control

Communication

Field supervision

Education

ABET accredited Bachelor's degree

CCM certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD 2018

Microsoft Office

eBuilder Project Management

Adobe Acrobat Suite

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION The Construction Inspector (CI) is a professional of the Planning, Design & Construction (PDC)team within the Facilities Department at Vanderbilt University (VU) who will serve as aConstruction Inspector and Construction Engineering Technician to provide engineering supportservices in the field for multiple simultaneous construction contracts between VU and privateconstruction contractors. The types of projects may include but are not limited to newconstruction, renovation, demolition, environmental remediation, equipment installation, energy,or any combination of these. The individual is expected to perform most constructionmanagement tasks independently while referring only difficult problems and situations (i.e.deviations, controversial situations, policy changing issues, contractual cost or scheduleimpacting issues, or unusual circumstances) to the VU project Construction ManagementEngineer (CME) or VU Facilities Construction Director.The CI provides leadership, coordination and collaboration with the CME on all aspects relatedto their assigned construction projects. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positiveattitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethicalpractices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.The CI will be responsible for coordinating and executing construction-related activitiesnecessary to successfully complete renovation and/or new construction projects in an organizedmanner with minimal disruptions on the University campus and building occupants. Total costper project may range from $25K - $500M.Reporting directly to the Director of Construction, this CI will manage multiple projects and mustpossess the ability to work with minimal direction and yet in a team environment within thedepartment of Facilities at Vanderbilt University.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:

• Evaluate and assure the contractor QC efforts of the construction contractor. Provide coordination of the construction quality management program for assigned projects.
• Evaluate and assure daily contractor production on-site is in accordance with projectplans and specifications.
• Evaluate and assure the contractor's safety program adheres to contract requirements.
• Apply technical knowledge and sound judgment to assist in the resolution of encountered field issues, problems or conflicts.
• Support Construction Management Engineer (CME) and Project Manager (PM) in the administration of construction contracts within VU Planning, Design and Construction.
• Walking the campus and monitoring all assigned construction projects is expected.

Communications with University Community

• Ability to clearly and concisely present construction related impacts, including impacts tooperations, access, road closures, etc. to the university campus with key universityconstituents, professional consultants, and university stakeholders in both written andverbal formats
• Coordinating activities and impacts with the GIS Manager, Mobility Office to ensuremapping and other related materials are updated
• Assists in the presentation to the Facility Review Committee for approval of constructionrelated impacts on behalf of the PM and CME.

Design and Construction Administration

• Coordinate site access and impacts for external services such as topographical surveys,abatement surveys, underground utility location and coordination, etc.
• Coordination with internal and external stakeholders related to activities such as blasting,crane requests, drone requests, road closures, hot work/burn permits, traffic control, utility outages, card access needs, parking, keying, banners and signage needs
• Develop and foster positive working relations with Metro Codes, Zoning, Fire Marshalland other government agencies
• Develop and foster positive working relations with Vanderbilt contractors, vendors and construction managers
• Participate in safety walks of construction sites and assist in communicating issues andchallenges with construction superintendents
• Ensure quality control and contract conformance in construction
• Coordinate operations start-up and acceptance

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility; this position reports administratively and functionally to the Director of Construction.

Education and Certifications

• Construction Manager certification (CCM) is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited institution is preferred.

Experience and Skills:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience is required.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience in a higher education institutional setting is preferred.
• Proven background in project or construction inspection and on-site management is required.
• Demonstrated skills in quality management in construction-related projects are required.
• Experience with the following Software: Microsoft Office Suite, eBuilder ProjectManagement, AutoCAD 2018, and Adobe Acrobat Suite is recommended.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication (verbal and written) skills are preferred.
• Ability to provide solutions in a high-volume environment, and ability to remain calm and objective throughout stressful and difficult situations is required.
• Knowledge of the facilities, design, and construction industry is required.
• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, working from heights, and crawling intotight spaces for long periods of time is required.

ABOUT US

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of "America's Best Large Employers" as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice. We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.