Construction Inspector - Welding/Structural Bolting Inspector

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A construction consulting firm in Birmingham, AL, seeks a Construction Inspector with extensive welding and structural bolting experience. The role involves inspecting construction projects for compliance with specifications and providing detailed reports. Candidates must have relevant certifications and five years of inspection experience. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 years of construction welding inspection experience.
• 2 years of coating and structural bolting inspection experience.
• Certification per AWS QC1 with steel fabrication experience.
• Qualified personnel per ASNT for NDT.
• NACE Level I or higher qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report on construction compliance.
• Perform welding inspections on steel fabrications.
• Conduct coating inspections and testing.
• Inspect structural bolting methods and installations.
• Recommend changes regarding contract specifications.

Skills

AWS Certified Welding Inspector

Non-destructive testing (NDT)

Coating inspection qualifications

Structural Bolting Inspection certification

Three-Phase QC/Inspection process

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Resident Management System (RMS)

Job description

Construction Inspector – Welding/Structural Bolting

Base pay range: $100,000.00 per year – $120,000.00 per year.

Location: Birmingham, AL.

Salary: Based on experience; discussed with hiring manager during interview.

Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen and pass a federal background review and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Observe, inspect, and provide reports on construction projects at federal facilities for compliance with plans and specifications regarding workmanship, materials, installation, and construction methods.
• Perform construction welding inspections related to steel fabrication.
• Conduct coating inspections and testing of various coating systems and application methods.
• Inspect and test structural bolting methods and installation.
• Recommend necessary changes to government personnel regarding contract plans and specifications across all phases of construction.
• Monitor contractor quality systems and administer the three‑phase inspection process.
• Provide surveillance at construction sites and assist owners in problem resolution.
• Deliver and review change orders, modification requests, RFIs, and submittals.
• Monitor contractor schedule.
• Ensure QA and safety plans are adhered to by the contractor.
• Utilize Resident Management System (RMS).

Education & Experience

• High School graduate with 5 years of construction welding inspection experience and 2 years of coating and structural bolting inspection experience.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector per AWS QC1; minimum five (5) years of steel fabrication experience.
• Non‑destructive testing (NDT) personnel qualified to ASNT.
• Coating inspection qualifications: NACE Level I or higher, or SSPC Protective Coatings Inspector Level 1 or higher, with formal training and at least two (2) years of inspection/testing experience.
• Structural Bolting Inspection certification per AASHTO G4.2 guidelines, formal training, and at least two (2) years of inspection/testing experience.
• Experience with Three‑Phase QC/Inspection process.
• Preferred experience with EM 385‑1‑1 USACE Safety Manual and Resident Management System (RMS).

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.): All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E‑Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify