Construction Inspector (North Charleston, SC)

Planate Management Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K plan eligibility

Health and Savings Account plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Job summary

Planate Management Group seeks an experienced Construction Inspector to perform detailed inspections for a marine project, ensuring quality workmanship and compliance with contract requirements. You will interpret drawings, monitor progress across trades, and document findings with photos.

Strong reporting, codes knowledge, and communication are essential for stakeholders and project teams. The role emphasizes thorough records, professional reporting, and collaboration with project managers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years construction experience as CI/quality role or 5+ years with a four-year engineering degree plus applicable certs within 10 years.
• Ability to read contract drawings and understand local and national building codes.
• In-depth knowledge of structural, mechanical, electrical, architectural, and civil trades.
• Proficient with Word, PDF, and reporting software to document findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections to verify compliance with contract documents, specs, codes, and quality requirements.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, plans, and technical documents for accuracy.
• Monitor contractor workmanship and progress across multiple trades and disciplines.
• Identify deficiencies, unforeseen conditions, and non-compliant work and document them.
• Prepare clear reports summarizing activities, observations, deficiencies, and conditions.
• Capture digital photos with descriptions and organize them for traceability.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to contractors, PMs, and stakeholders.
• Maintain inspection records, project docs, photos, and reports throughout the build.
• Utilize Word, PDF tools, and construction software to complete inspection tasks.

Skills

Read drawings

Quality control

Documentation & reporting

Communication with stakeholders

Knowledge of building codes

Education

Engineering degree

PE / PMP / QA/QC certs

Tools

Microsoft Word

PDF tools

Construction management software

Job description

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are looking for an experienced Construction Inspector (CI) to perform detailed inspections and ensure quality workmanship and compliance with project requirements. You will provide construction inspection services for the marine construction project to recapitalize Pier Mike at USCG Baseknowledge of general construction trades, utilities, and building systems, supported by relevant education, certifications, or hands-on experience.

This position is contingent upon the award of the contract, and the contract duration is four years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily inspections of construction activities to verify compliance with contract documents, specifications, codes, and quality requirements.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and other technical documents.
• Monitor contractor workmanship and construction progress across multiple trades and disciplines.
• Identify construction deficiencies, quality issues, unforeseen conditions, and non-compliant work.
• Document inspection findings and track deficiencies through completion and corrective action.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports summarizing construction activities, inspection observations, deficiencies, and project conditions.
• Take and organize digital photographs of construction progress and inspection findings with appropriate descriptions.
• Communicate inspection findings, concerns, and recommendations clearly and professionally to contractors, project managers, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, project documentation, photographs, and reports throughout the construction process.
• Utilize Microsoft Word, PDF tools, digital photography, and construction management software to complete inspection and reporting requirements.

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

• Minimum of 10 years of construction experience as a Construction Inspector, Contractor Superintendent, or Quality Control Manager or a minimum of 5 years of experience combined with a four-year college degree in Engineering and/or PE, PMP, or QA/QC certifications obtained within the last 10 years
• Ability to read and interpret contract drawings and specifications and understand applicable local and national building codes
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of multiple construction trades, including structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, architectural, and civil
• Knowledge of construction trades demonstrated through previous installation, repair, or inspection experience
• Basic computer and software skills, including the ability to prepare reports using Microsoft Word, PDF, and similar software

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affiant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Profession.

Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:

• Medical insurance/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K plan eligibility upon hire
• Health and Savings Account plan
• Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage
• Short-Term Disability Insurance Coverage
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Offering
• Training and Development
• License/Certification support
• Recognition and Rewards program
• Travel Insurance

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!