Construction Inspector I

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Construction Inspector in San Jose, CA. The role involves daily on-site inspection across various disciplines, ensuring adherence to building codes, drawings, and project specs, and preparing written inspection reports.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, an Associate degree preferred, 2–4 years of related experience, and valid driver’s license. Certifications in NICET, ICC, AWS/ASNT, or ASNT are considered beneficial for the position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.
• 2–4 years' experience as an Engineering Technician or related role.
• 1 year experience in construction inspection preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• NICET Level II certifications in Construction Materials Testing or Geotechnical or ICC certifications and AWS/ASNT certifications will be considered if relevant.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed per training and procedures.
• Reads and interprets construction drawings and specifications.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other team members.
• Draft inspection reports for review by senior inspector or Project Managers.
• May assist more senior inspectors on projects.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Drives a vehicle to project sites.
• Follows safety rules and pre-task planning; reports safety issues to management.
• Maintains quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology or 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, concrete, 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.
• 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:
  • NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Soils).
  • NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical (Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist)
  • ICC certification (Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel - Bolting, Structural Steel - Welding).
  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
  • 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)).
  • Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications requiring experience and written examination will also be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.
• ACI certification* in one or more of the following areas:
  • Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
  • Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• *ACI certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT or UT certification(s) have been obtained and concrete field and laboratory testing is not required as part of the job level description.
  • Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation**.
• **Nuclear Density Gauge operation certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT or UT certification(s) have been obtained and soils testing is not required as part of the job level description.