Construction Inspector II (CWI)

Terracon; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Cudahy, WI seeks a Construction Inspector 2 to join our field team. This on-site role focuses on inspections and testing to verify work meets building codes, project specs, and drawings on active commercial/industrial sites.

You will work across disciplines such as structural steel, concrete, masonry, and fireproofing, often collaborating with clients and project teams. A valid driver’s license and 2–4 years of inspection experience are preferred, with multiple certifications

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in construction inspection.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures to determine if work is done according to contract specifications.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance.
• 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.
• May interact with client and other site personnel to provide input on appropriate resolution of findings.
• May assist Project Manager in development of scope for testing and inspection services
• Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.
• Maintains equipment operation and calibration.
• May assist more senior inspectors on large, complex projects.
• Follow 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.

Skills

Construction inspection

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology (preferred)

Tools

Nuclear Density Gauge operation

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Construction Inspector 2

Location: Cudahy, WI

Pay Range:$30.00 - $35.75 /hr based on experience

Are you passionate about construction quality, safety, and seeing projects come to life? Join our team as a Construction Inspector and play a critical role in ensuring that commercial and industrial construction projects meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and workmanship.

In this hands‑on field position, you'll spend the majority of your time on active construction sites, conducting inspections and testing to verify that work is completed according to building codes, project specifications, and construction drawings. You'll have the opportunity to apply your expertise across a variety of disciplines, including structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, and more.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures to determine if work is done according to contract specifications.


• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.


• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.


• Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance.


• 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.


• May interact with client and other site personnel to provide input on appropriate resolution of findings.


• May assist Project Manager in development of scope for testing and inspection services


• Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.


• Maintains equipment operation and calibration.


• May assist more senior inspectors on large, complex projects.


• Follow 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:

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.


• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in construction inspection.


• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

At least three or more certifications in the following areas:

• 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)).


• ICC certification (Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding).


• 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.