Construction Inspector (Part-Time)

MKEC Engineering, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Retirement Plan

Profit Sharing Plan

YMCA Discounted Membership

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MKEC Engineering, Inc. in Wichita is seeking a Part-Time Construction Inspector to join our civil engineering team. You will assist across Land Development, Public Works, Transportation, and Industrial/Energy projects, with hours varying by project and season.

This role demands attention to plans, specs, and codes, data logging, field testing, and daily communication with contractors and clients. Applicants should have 2–5 years of inspection experience, read drawings, and hold a high school

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Tech or Construction Management preferred.
• 2–5 years civil construction inspection or hands-on trades experience.
• Ability to read engineering plans, detail drawings, and project specs.
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to coordinate with field crews and clients.
• Proficient with mobile tablets, PDF tools, and digital daily reporting apps.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections on municipal and civil projects (roadways, utilities, earthwork) to verify compliance with plans, specs, and codes.
• Prepare detailed daily inspection logs (IDRs), including photos, pay quantities, weather conditions, contractor crew sizes, and site progress.
• Communicate daily with contractors, engineers, and clients.
• Perform or observe basic field sampling/testing (concrete slump/air, soil density) and verify proper installation of rebar, aggregate, and bedding.
• Monitor job sites for adherence to traffic control plans (MUTCD), and SWPPP/erosion control rules.
• Measure installed field quantities for contractor pay estimates and maintain accurate as-built records.

Skills

Plan reading

Field inspections

Communication

Outdoor work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Tech or Construction Management

Tools

Mobile tablets

PDF tools

Daily reporting apps

Job description

At MKEC, it's all about our team. We're passionate about our mission of providing superior engineering solutions that are responsive to our clients’ needs. Since our start in 1982, our growth has been fueled by respect for each other and a shared commitment to achieving our goals.

We’re looking for a Part-Time Construction Inspector to join our team at our Wichita location. This individual will assist with a variety of projects from any of our civil engineering service areas: Land Development, Public Works, Transportation, and Industrial/Energy.

This position operates on a project-by-project schedule with variable hours throughout the year rather than a steady weekly schedule. During active construction periods, work will probably be full-time (30–40+ hours per week over 5–6 days), followed by multi-week or multi-month gaps between projects with minimal to no hours.

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily inspections on municipal and civil projects (roadways, utilities, earthwork) to verify compliance with plans, specs, and codes.
• Prepare detailed daily inspection logs (IDRs), including photos, pay quantities, weather conditions, contractor crew sizes, and site progress.
• Communicate daily with contractors, engineers, and clients.
• Perform or observe basic field sampling/testing (concrete slump/air, soil density) and verify proper installation of rebar, aggregate, and bedding.
• Monitor job sites for adherence to traffic control plans (MUTCD), and SWPPP/erosion control rules.
• Measure installed field quantities for contractor pay estimates and maintain accurate as-built records.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Tech or Construction Management preferred.
• 2–5 years of civil construction inspection or hands‑on trades experience (roadways, utilities, earthwork).
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering plan sheets, detail drawings, and project specs.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable coordinating with field crews and clients.
• Proficient with mobile tablets, PDF tools, and digital daily reporting apps.
• Ability to work part‑time hours based on active contractor schedules and weather windows.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather, walk on uneven terrain, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
• OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour Construction Certification
• State DOT or SWPPP Inspector Certification

Benefits:

• 401k Retirement Plan*
• Profit Sharing Plan*
• YMCA Discounted Membership
• Employee Assistance Program

*If the employee meets the eligibility criteria.

Company Culture at MKEC:

We enjoy the work we do. Our projects have taken us far and wide, and we're always ready to tackle any challenge that comes our way. Driven by our love for problem solving, we're dedicated to delivering creative solutions.

We value each other. With expertise in nearly every field, we appreciate the diverse skills and experiences each team member brings to the table. We're all about learning from one another and working together to serve our clients better.

We love to give back. We're actively involved in the communities we serve, always on the lookout for ways to give back. From mentoring students at a local elementary school, to hosting food drives, and sponsoring events, we're committed to helping the communities we work and live in.

MKEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MKEC is currently not offering sponsorship now or in the near future.