Construction Inspector III

Kleinfelder; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder's Construction Services team seeks a Senior Construction Inspector / Inspector III to perform on-site inspections, verify compliance with standards, and review contract plans on bridges, roadways, and environmental components.

Positions are available in Northern Virginia, Richmond, Lynchburg, Christiansburg, and Hampton Roads. You will prepare reports, conduct field testing, coordinate QA/QC, and support safety programs while mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years in the field or related training in construction inspection or testing.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
• Experience with equipment used in construction inspection and field testing.
• English fluency in reading, writing, and speaking.
• Reliable, punctual and independent work ethic.
• Valid state driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to pass fingerprint/background check and certifications (as applicable).
• Construction field materials testing certifications (asphalt, concrete, workzone, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor construction sites to verify compliance with standards, codes and plans.
• Prepare and submit daily inspection reports and project records.
• Adhere to contract documentation and perform testing of materials.
• Assist in preparing change orders, estimates, and progress pay documents.
• Verify lines and grades and coordinate field testing as required.
• Perform basic earthwork, staking, and related calculations.
• Communicate with contractors, owners, and stakeholders; act as on-site administrator when needed.
• Mentor staff and participate in Kleinfelder safety programs.

Skills

Construction inspection

Field testing

Reading/writing English

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate degree or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Construction testing equipment

Job description

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level!

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.

Step into Your New Role

As a Senior Construction Inspector / Inspector III, you will perform general construction inspection tasks to verify compliance standards codes, and ordinances, zoning regulations, as well as contract plans, specifications, and special provisions. Projects will consist of bridges, roadways, and environmental components to these services.

This position is available in Northern Virginia, Richmond, Lynchburg, Christiansburg, and Hampton Roads areas of VA.

Responsibilities:

• Inspects and monitors construction sites and the various work activities on these sites to verify adherence to standards, codes, and specifications.
• Prepares and submits daily reports documenting inspections and other relevant project information.
• Must adhere to all project contract documentation and testing of materials associated with inspections.
• Assists in the preparation of contract change orders, contract estimates, progress pay estimates, and other documents or reports required by the project.
• Verifies lines and grades of project improvements.
• Coordinate and perform field testing of materials associated with inspection as required.
• Implement quantity calculations for pay estimates.
• Performs analytical calculations such as basic earthwork, grading, profiles, and special staking procedures.
• Communicates verbally and in writing with contractor, owner, and project stakeholders as directed.
• Ability to act as the on-site Administrator in the absence of the on-site Administrator.
• May direct and coordinate assigned staff as well as mentor’s technical expertise with others.
• Actively participate in Kleinfelder’s Safety Programs.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in the field or in trade-related training in a design, construction inspection, construction materials engineering/testing, or other construction related field.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and experience with equipment used in construction inspection, and field testing of construction materials.
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and speak English fluently.
• Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements.
• Able to work independently, make routine decisions concerning construction work progress.
• Current/valid State Driver's License REQUIRED with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a fingerprint/background check.
• Construction field materials testing certifications, i.e. Asphalt, concrete, workzone, pavement marking, environmental, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent to include courses in related work type.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid holidays

Career Development:

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)