Construction Inspector – Field Oversight and GPS Data

Mott MacDonald Group; Charleston (WV); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Charleston, WV is seeking a Construction Inspector to provide construction oversight, document daily activities, and coordinate with project engineers and contractors for local projects. The role may involve inspection across WV as needed.

Responsibilities include observing work per contract docs, preparing daily reports, supporting on-site subcontractors, and ensuring safety protocols. Some overnight travel may be required, with an emphasis on accuracy and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Understanding of contract documents, plans and specifications and ability to effectively communicate with project construction personnel and contractors.
• Comprehension of shop drawings, material specifications, mechanical operations, basic construction and process knowledge.
• Knowledge of construction products, materials, and equipment, as well as construction inspection and management practices and techniques, and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of or experience working with GPS and data collection devices and software.
• Good organizational skills, self-motivation, and a focus on integrity and safety.

Responsibilities

• Observing construction to identify and document work is performed in accordance with approved contract documents, plans and specifications.
• Performing full-time observation of construction activities and supporting documentation processes.
• Preparing detailed electronic Daily Reports which will record the daily activities and be submitted to the client for project completion.
• Providing site support for on-site engineering subcontractors.
• Acting responsibly, adhering to all Mott MacDonald and client safety protocols, and maintaining an awareness of actions by others that could be considered unsafe.
• Recognizing and documenting any possible project issues.
• Monitoring all on-site activities and representing Mott MacDonald and the client professionally and competently.
• Acting as a liaison with customers and the public on projects in a professional manner with the utmost quality.
• Acquiring temporary construction easements (TCE) and rights of way (ROW) as directed.
• Operation of GPS equipment for project data capture
• Operation of a motor vehicle for business purposes.
• Some overnight travel may be required.

Skills

Contract documents understanding

Shop drawings knowledge

GPS and data collection

Construction inspection

Safety regulations knowledge

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

H.S. Diploma

Tools

GPS equipment

Data collection software

Job description

Mott MacDonald in Charleston, WV is seeking a Construction Inspector to provide construction oversight, document daily activities, and coordinate with project engineers and contractors for local projects. The role may involve inspection across WV as needed.

Responsibilities include observing work per contract docs, preparing daily reports, supporting on-site subcontractors, and ensuring safety protocols. Some overnight travel may be required, with an emphasis on accuracy and professional conduct.