Construction Inspector

GFT; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 41,600 - 60,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Construction Inspector in St. Louis, MO for our Hybrid work model. The role focuses on inspecting and overseeing construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications, while serving as the daily point of contact with clients and contractors.

This position includes materials testing, documentation, and management of a project from start to finish. The ideal candidate has 0-4 years of inspection experience, a safety-first mindset, and strong written and verbal

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 0-4 years construction inspection experience.
• Experience in construction, inspection, material testing, or transportation engineering on highway projects.
• Safety-first mindset and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Measure distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of structural installations and layouts.
• Verify levels, alignment, and elevation of installations.
• Observe work in progress to ensure procedures followed and materials used conform to specifications.
• Prepare samples of materials for laboratory testing.
• Examine workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standards and approvals.
• Interpret plans and specifications for contractors and discuss deviations from specified procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Record quantities of materials received or used; develop pay estimates and change orders.
• Maintain daily log of construction and inspection activities and compare progress reports.
• Monitor several types of work activity, but not simultaneously.
• Maintain construction safety practices and work methods for compliance.
• Manage documents using platforms such as AASHTOWare, e-Builder, or Transport.

Skills

Strong communication

Strong writing

Safety mindset

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

AASHTOWare

e-Builder

Transport

Job description

About GFT

GFT is seeking a Construction Inspector to join our Construction Services Team in St. Louis, MO. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our St. Louis, MO office. 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 is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Construction Inspector who thrives in a collaborative team environment. This individual inspects and oversees construction work to ensure that results, procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications. This individual will serve as a daily point of contact with clients and contractors, and manage all aspects of a project including construction observations, material testing and maintaining documentation.

Responsibilities

• Measure distances to verify accuracy of dimensions of structural installations and layouts.
• Verify levels, alignment, and elevation of installations.
• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures followed, and materials used conform to specifications.
• Prepare samples of materials for laboratory testing.
• Examine workmanship of finished installations for conformity to standard and approves installation.
• Interpret plans and specifications for Contractor and discuss deviations from specified construction procedures to ensure compliance with regulations governing construction.
• Record quantities of materials received or used during specified periods, develop pay estimates and change orders.
• Maintain daily log of construction and inspection activities and compare progress reports.
• Monitor several types of work activity, however not simultaneously.
• Maintain construction safety practices and work methods for compliance.
• Manage documents using electronic platforms such as AASHTOWare, e-Builder, or Transport.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 0-4 years of construction inspection experience.
• Experience in construction, inspection, material testing, or transportation engineering for highway projects structures on state MODOT, municipal, and/or municipal projects.
• A safety-first mindset.
• Strong writing, listening and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACI Field and/or Strength, Troxler or similar state MODOT certification are recommended, but not required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers, clients and contractors to solve problems and conflicts.
• Ability and desire to lead.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $20.00 - $29.00 per hour (dependent on experience and location).

• 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.

Location & Details

• Location: St. Louis, MO
• Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Employment Status: Full-Time

Background check required for all advertised positions.

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.