Construction Inspector I

Terracon; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in New York is seeking Construction Inspectors to perform daily inspections on construction projects, ensuring adherence to building codes, drawings, and specifications. Responsibilities include preparing inspection reports, documenting observations, and communicating findings to engineers and project managers.

Requires AWS CWI (D1.1.*) certification, an associate degree preferred, and 2–4 years' inspection-related experience; valid driver's license required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• AWS CWI certification (D1.1.*).
• Associates degree preferred.
• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience as an Engineering Technician or similar.
• 1 year experience in construction inspection preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of construction projects ensuring quality and conformance to codes and drawings.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Prepare inspection reports and document observations and testing of materials.
• Communicate findings to engineers, project managers, and team members.
• Maintain equipment and calibration; drive to sites if required.
• Follow safety rules and report safety issues.

Skills

Read blueprints

Prepare inspection reports

Communicate findings

Education

Associates degree in Civil/Construction Engineering Technology

Job description

General Responsibilities

Construction Inspectors spend the majority of their time working on projects performing construction related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience. Perform daily inspection of construction projects monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings and project specifications. Inspections may cross multiple inspection disciplines or within a specified area of expertise including structural steel, masonry, fireproofing, etc. Inspection may include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with the plans and specifications. Prepare inspection reports and provide written documentation of observations and testing of materials. Communicate findings to engineer or project manager and when requested collaborate with the project team on solutions to potential issues. Adhere to strict safety standards.

General Responsibilities

Construction Inspectors spend the majority of their time working on projects performing construction related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience. Perform daily inspection of construction projects monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings and project specifications. Inspections may cross multiple inspection disciplines or within a specified area of expertise including structural steel, masonry, fireproofing, etc. Inspection may include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with the plans and specifications. Prepare inspection reports and provide written documentation of observations and testing of materials. Communicate findings to engineer or project manager and when requested collaborate with the project team on solutions to potential issues. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
• Draft inspection reports for review by senior inspector and/or Project Managers.
• May assist more senior inspectors on projects.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) D1.1.*
• Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience as an Engineering Technician or other applicable experience.
• 1 year experience in construction inspection preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history

Required Certification

• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• At least one or more certifications in the following areas:
  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) D1.1.*
  • ICC certification Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding).
  • American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification (Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT)).