Construction Inspector

ZipRecruiter; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Construction Inspectors to join their team in North Carolina. This role involves managing and performing daily construction management and inspection services for various transportation projects. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and experience in roadway and bridge construction. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including leave accrual, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. If you're ready to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects and grow your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Leave accrual and paid holidays

Group Life Insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental and maternity leave benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in roadway/bridge construction and NCDOT certifications required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Prepare daily and weekly reports on contractor's work.

Skills

Communication Skills

Mathematical Calculations

Plan Reading

Construction Management

Inspection Experience

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

We are looking for Construction Inspectors of all levels including Engineering Technician 1 Trainee (ET -1) and Transportation Technicians TT-1, TT-2, TT-3, TT-4 and TT-5 to join our growing team. We are constantly winning new contracts and are looking for new inspectors to staff these projects.

We have immediate openings Statewide in North Carolina for qualified transportation and heavy civil Construction Inspectors, including on NCDOT, locality and Design-Build projects. The Inspector is responsible for managing and performing daily construction management and inspection services for various types of NCDOT and locality transportation projects. Must have experience in roadway/bridge construction, have NCDOT certifications, be proficient at reading and interpreting plans, specifications, and shop drawings as well as overseeing construction document controls and contract compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Construction management
• Performing field inspection of Contractor's operations to see that they comply with contract documents
• Preparing daily and weekly reports on work accomplished by Contractor
• Performing materials testing and maintaining testing logs
• Reviewing periodic pay estimates for accuracy with Contractor
• Preparing sketches and assembling data for Engineer's use in making changes to the project
• Keeping diaries and making reports on work accomplished and/or noted deficiencies
• Performing sophisticated, complicated mathematical calculations
• Reviewing Contractor schedules including initial CPM and monthly updates
• Communicating effectively with the Engineer, Owner and Owner's operational and field staff on a regular basis, keeping them apprised of field conditions and maintaining active communications and excellent rapport with the Owner and the entire project team throughout the construction process

Requirements:

Inspector TT-1 through TT-5: Minimum of one (1) years of specific horizontal transportation field construction inspection experience in the specified areas listed below.

Engineering Technician Trainee (ET-1): Minimum of zero (0) years’ experience, but any similar type construction experience, plan reading, mapping, contractor, and/or similar educational experience.

Must have:

• High School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate. Bachelor's Degree or other advanced certificate desirable
• Demonstrated inspection and management experience with roadway and bridge construction, utility construction, and related pavement rehabilitation projects requiring monitoring a contractor's work for conformance to the design plans, specifications and general permit requirements
• Experience in coordinating inspection duties with multiple simultaneously operating crews
• Experience tracking daily quantities, completing daily inspection reports, performing monthly estimates and as-built drawings.
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Must have good communication skills
• Must be able to read/interpret plans and specifications
• Writing and drawing skills are necessary to complete inspection reports and documentation
• Basic computer skills (Word & Excel) are desirable
• Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment

Additional Training or Certifications:

• OSHA Construction 10 Hour
• Intro to Asphalt Pavements
• Erosion and Sedimentation Control, Level 1
• Erosion and Sedimentation Control, Level 2
• Conventional Density Testing
• Aggregate Base Course (ABC) Sampling
• Borrow Pit Sampling
• Nuclear Safety and Hazard Material
• Nuclear Density Testing – Base Select and FDR Materials
• Concrete Field Technician -ACI
• Concrete Field Technician -NCDOT
• QMS Asphalt Roadway Technician

Construction Inspector candidates are to complete the eight (8) self-study courses required for the NCDOT Engineering Technician (ET) 1 Trainee Program for Private Engineering Firms. The completion of the self-study courses will provide further understanding of terminology, standards, and inspection overview on NCDOT construction projects.

The following provides a summary of the self-study courses for ET 1 Trainee Program:

• Tier 1: Safety; Construction Mathematics; Highway Plan Reading; Basic Highway Inspection; Beginning Construction Stakeout; Basic Highway Engineering I
• Tier 2: Basic Highway Engineering II; Structure Inspection

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)