Construction Inspector

Cowan Group Engineering, LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health, dental, vision insurance

4 weeks paid time off

8 paid holidays + birthday holiday

Company-sponsored events

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Cowan Group Engineering, LLC is seeking a motivated Construction Inspector to support our growing team across Oklahoma. You will provide critical inspection services for transportation projects, working with engineers, clients, and project managers through various phases.

The role requires field and office work, travel, and the ability to read plans. We offer a team-focused environment with professional development and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of construction inspection experience; 5 years preferred.
• ODOT or OTA construction inspection experience preferred.
• Oklahoma Highway Construction Materials Technician Certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Frequent travel with overnight stays expected.
• Ability to pass background screen, drug test, and maintain clean MVR.
• Able to read and understand engineering plans and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work in office, on site, and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist construction and design engineers with field inspections to ensure contractor compliance.
• Read and understand civil engineering plans, blueprints and maps.
• Travel to job sites locally and out of town.
• Work with clients such as OTA and ODOT.
• Follow instructions independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading plans

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School / GED

Job description

Job Title

Construction Inspector

Location

Category

Construction

Job Type

Full-time

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education

High School / GED

Who We Are

Cowan Group Engineering (CGE) is a growing civil engineering firm serving federal, state, local, and private clients. Our work includes transportation, water and wastewater, site planning and development, land surveying, construction management, planning, and program management. Our culture is built around communication, integrity, service, growth, and investing in our people through meaningful work and professional development.

With CGE, you are part of a team. We provide opportunities for accelerated personal and professional growth while delivering practical engineering solutions for our clients and communities.

Job Description

Cowan Group Engineering (CGE) is seeking a motivated Construction Engineering Inspector ready to work alongside an experienced and growing construction management team across Oklahoma. In this role, you will provide critical inspection services for various transportation projects, working directly with team members and clients throughout the different phases of the project.

What You'll Do

• Assist both Construction and Design Engineers with field inspection of current projects to ensure contractor compliance with requirements of contract plans and specifications.
• Read and understand Civil Engineering and construction plans, blueprints and maps.
• Travel to job sites, both locally and out of town.
• Work directly with clients such as the OTA and ODOT.
• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Follow and execute specific instructions independently with minimal supervision.
• Company truck provided
• 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees.
• Four weeks of paid time off.
• Eight paid holidays and an additional paid birthday holiday.
• Company-sponsored events and outings.
• Professional development and opportunities for increasing technical and project responsibility.

Job Requirements

Who We're Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of Construction Inspection experience, required. 5 years of Construction Inspection experience, preferred.
• ODOT or OTA construction inspection experience.
• Oklahoma Highway Construction Materials Technician Certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to travel frequently, with overnight stays common.
• Ability to pass and maintain a clean MVR, background screen and drug test.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to work in office, in the field, and travel as necessary.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven skills working as a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and understand engineering plans and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other team members.

CGE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.