Construction Inspector III

Ulteig; United States; On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Collaborative Environment

Innovative Culture

Job summary

Ulteig seeks a Construction Inspector III for wind, solar, BESS, and utility projects across the United States. The role involves field-based observation, documentation, and coordination of field crews, with 100% travel and potential oversight of Field Observers.

You will report to the Supervisor of Construction Management and Senior Project Manager on assigned projects, ensuring QA/QC, safety, and adherence to environmental plans while collaborating with owners, engineers, and contractors.

Qualifications

• . A post-secondary degree in Engineering or Construction Management or a minimum of 4 years of Comparable Field Experience.
• 5 years of related experience preferred.
• Experience working with utility and/or renewable energy projects, preferably utility scale.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and procurement contracts.
• Ability to work approximately 100% in the field, nights, weekends and more than 40 hours per week.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Assist project staff in their duties.
• Track and report project / construction progress and status.
• Work closely with owner, project management team, contractor management team, owner’s engineers and utilities.
• Perform and document job safety walk on a regular basis.
• Ensure adherence to client’s Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs.
• Report, track, and resolve non-conformance issues in coordination with QA/QC.
• Review and adhere to environmental management plan.

Skills

Field inspection

Reading drawings

Procore

GIS

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

GIS software

Job description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Construction Inspector III for wind, solar, BESS and utility construction projects throughout the US. The Field Observer will be responsible for managing the observation, monitoring, and documentation of the work performed in the field by construction and contracting crews, as well as coordinating and may occasionally oversee daily work tasks for a diverse team of Field Observers.

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Construction Inspector III for wind, solar, BESS and utility construction projects throughout the US. The Field Observer will be responsible for managing the observation, monitoring, and documentation of the work performed in the field by construction and contracting crews, as well as coordinating and may occasionally oversee daily work tasks for a diverse team of Field Observers.

What You’ll Do

As Construction Inspector III you will report directly to an Ulteig Supervisor of Construction Management group, as well as to the Senior Project Manager of all assigned projects. The incumbent will be part of a team that inspects and documents utility, large-scale wind and solar energy, or other energy-related construction projects, in accordance with the owner’s requirements and contract documents and assists in on-site resolution of construction related issues as they are identified. This will require coordination with engineering, procurement and project management teams as needed. This position is field-based and requires 100% travel.

• Assist project staff in their duties
• Track and report project / construction progress and status
• Work closely with owner, project management team, contractor management team, owner’s engineers and utilities
• Perform and document job safety walk on a regular basis
• Ensure adherence to client’s Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs
• Report, track, and resolve non-conformance issues in coordination with QA/QC
• Occasionally assist project staff in their duties
• Track and report project / construction progress and status
• Work closely with owner, project management team, contractor management team, owner’s engineers and utilities
• Ensure adherence to Safety policies
• Report, track, and resolve non-conformance issues in coordination with QA/QC
• Review and adhere to environmental management plan

What We Expect From You

• A post-secondary degree in Engineering or Construction Management or a Minimum of 4 years of Comparable Field Experience
• 5 years of related experience preferred
• Experience working with utility and/or renewable energy projects, preferably utility scale projects
• Substation and electrical collection installation, or civil, road, and concrete experience preferred
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and construction specifications/manuals
• Ability to read and understand construction and procurement contracts
• Ability to read and understand project schedules and Gantt charts
• Knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Office and Procore
• Familiarity with GIS database systems and applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including conflict negotiation/resolution and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with owners’ representatives, contractors, vendors and others on and off the job site
• Ability to work approximately 100% in the field, nights, weekends, and more than 40 hours per week
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S

What You Can Expect From Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people, both our clients and our employees, for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

Ulteig is a Drug-Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $91,100 – $123,200

• Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role, and comparison to other employees already in this role.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.