Construction Inspector

STV; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Construction Inspector, where you'll play a vital role in major transportation projects across North Carolina. This position offers the chance to maintain client relationships, mentor junior staff, and support an established firm recognized in the civil engineering industry. Embrace the opportunity to work on diverse projects while promoting a healthy work-life balance. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, safety awareness, and a commitment to excellence in construction practices. If you're ready to make a difference in the field, this role is for you.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability and life insurance

401(k) plan and retirement counseling

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off and holidays

Dependent care and parental leave

Continuing education and professional memberships

Qualifications

• Must hold valid driver's license and clean record.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in all conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection activities and assist in project administration.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and monitor contractor compliance.
• Communicate effectively with project staff and clients.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Safety Compliance

Material Testing

Communication Skills

Technical Specifications Interpretation

Education

NCDOT Certifications

2 years of CEI experience

Tools

Computers and Tablets (e.g., iPads)

Job description

Join to apply for the Construction Inspector role at STV.

STV has immediate needs for Construction Inspectors in the Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Pinehurst, Raleigh, and Winston-Salem, NC areas for our Transportation division. The successful candidates will support our current staff while assisting in growing the Construction Management and CEI practice to better serve our clients statewide.

This role offers unlimited opportunities to maintain existing client relationships, expand STV’s service offerings geographically, participate in major transportation projects, mentor junior staff, and promote a healthy work-life balance.

This position offers a challenging role at an Engineer News-Record (ENR) Top 50 rated firm. The ideal candidate is a professional who leads by example, is respected, communicates effectively, and understands construction safety principles.

Job Responsibilities

1. Perform construction inspection activities and assist in highway and bridge construction project administration.
2. Apply safety philosophy to all responsibilities and work safely outdoors.
3. Monitor contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
4. Establish engineering controls and inspect construction work.
5. Prepare daily inspection reports.
6. Perform on-site material testing and sampling.
7. Measure and document completed work.
8. Read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications.
9. Communicate effectively with project staff and clients, verbally and in writing.
10. Operate computers and tablets (e.g., iPads).

The employee will typically work on NCDOT or other roadway and bridge projects, with daily site travel required. Night and weekend work may be necessary; overnight travel is limited.

Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean record, be able to lift 50 pounds, navigate rough terrain, stand or walk for extended periods, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 2 years of CEI experience.
• Possess or be able to acquire within 6 months the following NCDOT certifications at no cost:
  • NCDOT/ACI Concrete Field Tech, Grade I
  • QMS Asphalt Roadway Tech
  • Erosion & Sediment Control Level II
  • ABC Sampling
  • Borrow Pit Sampling
  • Conventional Density
  • OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety

Must be able to perform essential job functions safely and consistently.

Compensation Range

$52,754.00 - $70,339.00

We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply, as diversity and inclusion are core values at STV.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plan and retirement counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off and holidays
• Dependent care and parental leave
• Continuing education and professional memberships

Note: Final salary may vary based on factors like location, experience, and certifications.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Civil Engineering