Construction Inspector - Transportation

Basis Partners; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a mid-level Transportation Construction Inspector to join their dynamic team in Colorado Springs. In this role, you will collaborate closely with construction managers and project engineers to ensure compliance with safety regulations and project specifications. Your expertise will involve inspecting construction activities, evaluating materials, and maintaining comprehensive documentation. This company prides itself on fostering a community-oriented environment, where your contributions will directly impact the infrastructure of local communities. Join a team that values collaboration, training, and career progression while making a meaningful difference in your community.

Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings account

Disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training and career progression

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of transportation construction inspection experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and GIS software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and evaluate construction work for compliance with regulations.
• Develop and maintain project documentation including daily reports.

Skills

Transportation Construction Inspection

Technical Writing

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant Inspection Certificates

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS Asset Management Software

Standard Inspection Tools

Job description

Location:
Colorado Springs, CO 80905

Compensation Range:
Compensation range: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour. This position is considered non-exempt under FLSA. This is an estimated pay range. Final pay rate will be determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, job related skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions.

We are looking for mid-level Transportation Construction Inspector to join our growing team based out of Colorado Springs. You will work directly with our construction managers and project engineers to observe and inspect transportation construction projects.

About the position…as a Construction Inspector, you should be able to perform the following basics:

• Developing and maintaining effective and efficient documentation throughout the project in a timely manner including but not limited to writing daily reports (including photos) and summarizing construction activity and other important information for the day.
• Inspecting, monitoring, and evaluating construction work to ensure compliance with all codes, ordinances, regulations, standards, and contract/project specifications by reviewing, interpreting, and evaluating plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, and construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements, project requirements, and safety regulations, and comparing them with construction in progress.
• Evaluating construction materials (such as concrete, aggregates, pavements, and soils) and measuring dimensions and elevations against blueprints and schematics.
• Observing and evaluating construction activities for general conformance to contract documents.
• Using standard inspection tools including measuring tape, smart level, measuring wheel, soils probe, mobile devices, metering devices, and other test equipment to perform inspections.
• Presenting feedback on findings and working collaboratively with others to resolve issues.
• Wearing proper personal protection equipment (PPE).
• Reporting any unsafe conditions to your supervisor or member of management.
• Continuously identifying, anticipating, and preventing safety, health, and hazard concerns by surveying environmental, operational, and occupational conditions while on construction site.

Requirements

If you are the ideal candidate, you will have the following experience:

• A minimum of 2 years transportation construction inspection experience.
• Relevant inspection certificates (e.g., erosion control, OSHA 10-hr Construction Safety, OSHA confined space entry, CDOT Basics, Transportation Erosion Control Supervisor, Work Zone Traffic Control).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, cloud-based file servers, and GIS asset management software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including technical writing.
• Mature interpersonal skills and problem solving ability.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment.
• Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record.
• Able to complete tasks while working remotely from equipped vehicle or project field office.

About Us:
Basis Partners is a Colorado-based, people, team, and locally focused civil engineering consulting firm providing services to public agencies in the transportation industry. We are a consulting firm that is a sharp contrast to our competitors. Sure, we do the same work, but we are different from the rest in the way we handle projects, build cohesiveness, energy, skills, and local pride.

It is firmly believed that if you place people first something remarkable will happen. It creates a community of fun, passionate individuals who help make their communities better, safer places to live.

At Basis Partners, on day one, you will be doing work that matters alongside other talented and collaborative team members while building the foundation of your career through practical and hands-on experience, coaching, mentoring, and training.

It’s in our core to care for our community, our team, and our clients. Helping with the infrastructure of our community is a source of pride for our team. We can drive down a road, interstate, or cross a bridge and say, 'Wow, I was on a team that helped with that project!

Our team lives and works here and we want to make sure we give back to the communities we serve by volunteering and supporting local organizations. We love to 'keep it local'!

Benefit Summary:

• 401(k) with employer match (Roth and Traditional options).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account with employer contributions.
• Dependent care flexible spending account.
• Disability insurance (short term and long term).
• Company-paid life insurance with buy up provision.
• Paid time off (PTO and Holiday).
• Parental leave (pregnancy and parental).
• Training and career progression to support and encourage you throughout the different stages of your career goals.
• Relocation assistance available.