Construction Inspector

Stantec; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

10 paid holidays

Vacation 10–20 days per year

401(k) and stock purchase program

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a field inspector to support infrastructure projects in the Richmond/Williamsburg area, under supervision of a Project Engineer. You will conduct daily inspections, ensure contractor conformance with plans and specs, and generate daily reports documenting activities and non-conformances.

Qualified candidates have a High School or technical degree and 1–3 years of field inspection experience.

Qualifications

• High School or technical degree in related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of field inspection experience.
• Ability to read plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and reviews projects during construction, monitoring conformance with plans, specifications, and other codes and regulations
• Monitors the progress of construction activities, ensuring cost, schedule and quality standards are met.
• Generates daily inspector reports documenting construction activities utilizing eConstruction processes, records and notifies supervisor regarding any non-conforming work
• Inspects and documents contractor’s construction activities including: maintenance of traffic, excavation, drainage systems, erosion/sediment/control, Hot Mix Asphalt and Concrete pavement, miscellaneous structures and calculates quantities and costs.
• Examines construction materials, checking to see if they meet specifications.
• Reviews plans, specifications, submittals, construction schedules, shop drawings and pay applications.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Drafting

Science

Communication

Education

High School / Technical degree

Job description

Your Opportunity

Your role is to work with general supervision and direction on average sized projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Project Engineer.

You will be responsible for daily inspection efforts on multiple complex, large, and/or diverse projects in order to ensure contractor’s operations comply with project plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Inspects and reviews projects during construction, monitoring conformance with plans, specifications, and other codes and regulations

• Monitors the progress of construction activities, ensuring cost, schedule and quality standards are met.

• Generates daily inspector reports documenting construction activities activities, utilizing eConstruction processes, records and notifies supervisor regarding of any non-conforming work

• Inspects and documents contractor’s construction activities including: maintenance of traffic, excavation, drainage systems, erosion/sediment/control, Hot Mix Asphalt and Concrete pavement, miscellaneous structures and calculates quantities and costs.

• Examines construction materials, checking to see if they meet specifications.

• Reviews plans, specifications, submittals, construction schedules, shop drawings and pay applications.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic skills in math, drafting, and science.

• Ability to solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity and innovation.

• Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team.

• Effectively communicates project issues with contractor, project team and clients.

Education and Experience

• High School / Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and construction experience.

• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range:

Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$61,900.00 - $86,700.00 Annually

Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year.
• In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
• Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location:

United States | VA | Richmond

Other Locations:

United States | VA | Williamsburg

Organization:

BC-2026 Transpt-US Southeast Infrastructure

Employee Status:

Regular

Management Level:

Individual contributor

Business Justification:

New Position

Travel:

Yes

Schedule:

Full time

Job Posting:

24/09/2026 01:09:21

Req ID:

1007965

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.