Construction Inspector - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 85 000 - 115 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Full medical/dental insurance

401(K) plan

Resumo da oferta

Procon Consulting, LLC in Washington, DC, seeks an experienced Construction Inspector to provide on-site quality assurance, inspection, and construction management support for a federal facility renovation project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with complex construction within occupied federal facilities, strong knowledge of building systems, and QA procedures.

This position primarily operates daytime hours with occasional off-hours, including a planned month of night shifts

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience inspecting federal government projects.
• Experience in occupied federal facilities.
• Knowledge of construction practices, materials, installation methods, QA procedures.
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, building automation, lighting, and security systems.
• Ability to interpret drawings, technical specifications, building codes, and contract documents.
• Experience reviewing submittals, RFIs, change orders, and value engineering proposals.
• Familiarity with scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting, and project controls.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local building codes, safety regulations, and OSHA standards.
• Experience coordinating with government representatives, architects, engineers, contractors, and trades.
• Strong written and verbal communication; maintain construction documentation.

Responsabilidades

• Perform onsite inspections and QA oversight to verify compliance with drawings, specs, and codes.
• Monitor daily activities, evaluate workmanship, and verify material/installation standards.
• Conduct field inspections, identify deficiencies, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Document inspection findings, track deficiencies, and communicate with teams.
• Witness and document building system testing to verify requirements compliance.
• Inspect mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, building automation, lighting, and security systems.
• Review submittals, RFIs, drawings, specs, change orders, and related docs for contract compliance.
• Prepare daily inspection and field observation reports and nonconformance notices.
• Monitor progress and assist with schedule coordination, budgeting, and reporting.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and government reps to resolve issues.
• Ensure OSHA safety standards and site procedures are followed.
• Support project lifecycle activities from inspections to closeout.
• Maintain effective stakeholder communication through meetings and on-site coordination.

Conhecimentos

Construction inspection

Quality assurance

Federal projects experience

Building systems knowledge

Drawing and specs review

Codes and safety standards

RFI/submittals review

Project coordination

OSHA compliance

Documentation & reports

Night shift flexibility

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high-impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and technology—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Procon seeks an experienced Construction Inspector to provide onsite construction quality assurance, inspection, and construction management support for a federal facility renovation project in Washington, DC.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting complex construction and renovation projects within occupied federal facilities, with a strong understanding of building systems, construction practices, and quality assurance procedures.

This position will primarily operate during regular daytime hours; however, occasional off-hours work will be required, including an anticipated period of approximately one month of night shift work in early 2027.

This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 8 years of relevant construction experience.

• Previous experience providing construction inspection, quality assurance, or construction management support on federal government projects.

• Experience working on construction and renovation projects within occupied federal facilities.

• Strong knowledge of construction practices, materials, installation methods, and quality assurance procedures.

• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, fire alarm, building automation, lighting, and security systems.

• Ability to interpret and review construction drawings, technical specifications, building codes, and contract documents.

• Experience reviewing contractor submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), change orders, and value engineering proposals.

• Familiarity with construction scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting, and project controls.

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local building codes, safety regulations, and OSHA standards.

• Experience coordinating with government representatives, architects, engineers, contractors, and construction trades.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional correspondence, inspection reports, and detailed construction documentation.

• Proficiency in maintaining accurate and organized construction site records and reviewing project documentation electronically.

• Flexibility to work onsite during evening or night shifts as required by the project schedule.

• Ability to successfully complete a federal government suitability background investigation to obtain the necessary facility and network access.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform onsite construction inspections and quality assurance oversight to verify compliance with approved construction drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable building codes.

• Monitor daily construction activities, evaluate workmanship, and verify that materials and installation methods meet established project quality standards.

• Conduct field inspections throughout various phases of construction, identifying deficiencies, nonconforming work, and potential quality concerns.

• Document inspection findings, track deficiencies, and coordinate with project management and contractor teams to ensure timely corrective actions.

• Witness and document building system testing and inspections to verify compliance with design requirements, technical specifications, and applicable regulations.

• Inspect and monitor construction activities involving mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, fire alarm, building automation, lighting, and security systems.

• Review construction submittals, RFIs, drawings, specifications, change order proposals, and other project documentation for compliance with contract requirements.

• Prepare daily inspection reports, field observation reports, nonconformance notices, photographic documentation, and other required construction records.

• Monitor construction progress and assist project management teams with schedule coordination, cost estimating, budgeting, and construction-related reporting.

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, government representatives, and other project stakeholders to resolve construction issues and maintain project quality.

• Verify that construction activities comply with applicable OSHA safety standards, site safety procedures, and established quality control guidelines.

• Support construction management activities throughout the project lifecycle, including inspections, documentation, issue resolution, and project closeout.

• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders through meetings, written correspondence, telephone conversations, and onsite coordination.

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular onsite presence in an active construction environment. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Walking and standing for extended periods while performing site observations and inspections.

• Navigating active construction areas, including stairs, uneven surfaces, temporary walkways, and varying elevations.

• Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary to observe construction activities.

• Accessing mechanical, electrical, utility, and other construction areas as required.

• Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all applicable site safety requirements.

• Working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to typical construction-site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, and temperature fluctuations.

• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan. Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.