Construction Inspector

GFT; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid work environment

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive compensation

Job summary

A leading AEC firm seeks a Construction Engineering Inspector for its Construction Services team in Seattle. The candidate will monitor contractor work, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Requires a BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and proficiency in MS Office. This full-time position offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $90,000, complemented by comprehensive benefits including wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Preferred BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum high school degree with +2 years continued higher level education.
• Must possess a driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Daily Reports.
• Prepare Project Progress Reports.
• Monitor and Coordinate Quality Assurance Testing.
• Measure Quantities.
• Monitor Contractor Progress.
• Assist with Payment Applications and Change Orders.
• Perform Constructability Reviews.
• Address Technical issues in the field.

Skills

Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Good communication skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

High school degree with +2 years continued higher level education

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Construction Engineering Inspector to join our Construction Services team in the Seattle area! At GFT, we’re not just engineering the future; we’re meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

This position is responsible for reporting directly to construction sites to observe and document contractor’s work conforms to contract requirements, maintaining project files/documentation, compiling and calculating quantities of work performed to be used in calculating monthly contractor payments, and interacting with clients on a regular basis.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Prepare Daily Reports
• Prepare Project Progress Reports
• Monitor and Coordinate Quality Assurance Testing
• Measure Quantities
• Monitor Contractor Progress
• Assist with Payment Applications and Change Orders
• Assist with Project Filing SystemPerform Constructability Reviews
• Address Technical issues in the field

Education | Experience

Preferred BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Minimum high school degree with +2 years continued higher level education

What We Prefer You Bring

• Must possess a driver’s license to fulfill the essential functions of the position
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Good communication skills

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $90,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location

Seattle

Core Business Hours

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status

Full‑Time

Fair Chance Information

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.