Construction Inspector Trainee

STV, Inc.; Pinehurst (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the construction sector is seeking eager Construction Inspectors for immediate openings in North Carolina. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn from experienced professionals while supporting critical highway and bridge projects. With a strong commitment to safety and compliance, successful candidates will engage in hands-on inspections, material testing, and project documentation. The firm values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply, fostering an inclusive workplace that promotes professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental Leave

Continuing Education

Professional Memberships

Qualifications

• No prior construction inspection experience is necessary.
• Candidates must be able to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspection activities and assist in project administration.
• Conduct on-site material testing and prepare daily inspection reports.
• Monitor contractor compliance with plans and specifications.

Skills

Construction Inspection

Material Testing

Safety Protocols

Effective Communication

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Construction Inspectors - Immediate Openings

We have immediate opportunities for Construction Inspectors in the Asheville, Charlotte, Greensboro, Pinehurst, Raleigh, and Winston-Salem, NC areas within our Transportation & Infrastructure division. Successful candidates will support current staff and help expand our Construction Management and CEI practices to serve clients across the state.

This role provides unlimited learning opportunities in construction inspection principles, certification acquisition, geographic service expansion, involvement in major transportation projects, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Join a challenging role at an ENR Top 50 rated firm. The ideal candidate is eager to learn construction inspection and material testing by supporting experienced inspectors.

Job Responsibilities

1. Perform construction inspection activities and assist in highway and bridge construction project administration.
2. Apply safety protocols and work safely outdoors.
3. Monitor contractor compliance with plans and specifications.
4. Establish engineering controls and inspect construction work.
5. Prepare daily inspection reports.
6. Conduct on-site material testing and sampling.
7. Measure and document completed work.
8. Read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications.
9. Communicate effectively with project staff and clients, both verbally and in writing.
10. Operate basic computer and tablet devices.

Assignments will typically involve NCDOT or other roadway and bridge projects, with daily travel required. Candidates must be available to work nights and weekends as needed; overnight travel is limited but possible.

Applicants must hold a valid driver's license, maintain a clean driving record, and be capable of lifting 50 pounds, traversing rough terrain, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Minimum Requirements

No prior construction inspection experience is necessary. A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.

Candidates should obtain the following NCDOT certifications within 6 months of employment, at no cost, as scheduling permits:

• NCDOT/ACI Concrete Field Tech, Grade I
• QMS Asphalt Roadway Tech
• Erosion & Sediment Control Level II
• ABC Sampling
• Borrow Pit Sampling
• Conventional Density
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety

Must be able to perform essential functions safely and consistently.

Compensation

Range: $47,102.00 - $62,803.00

We encourage candidates who may not meet every qualification to apply, as diversity and inclusion are core to our culture. You might be the perfect fit for this or other roles.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; disability and life insurance; 401(k); retirement counseling; paid time off and holidays; dependent care; parental leave; continuing education; and professional memberships.

Note: The listed salary is a good-faith estimate; final compensation may vary based on multiple factors, including location, experience, and certifications.