Construction Representative/Inspector

Freese-and-Nichol; Isle Forest (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Paid overtime for salaried employees

Annual bonus

Company cabins

Job summary

Freese and Nichols seeks a Construction Representative/Inspector to join our Raleigh, NC field team. You will observe and inspect transportation, water and facilities projects to ensure conformity with plans and specs, and prepare daily reports for project teams.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, coordination with clients and contractors, and contributing to preconstruction meetings and change orders. A valid driver license and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant construction field experience as a construction representative or inspector.
• Valid and active driver license; strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Observe and inspect ongoing construction to ensure conformance with plans and specifications.
• Prepare construction daily reports and assist with document control processes.
• Support preconstruction meetings, progress checks, and conflict resolution.
• Provide information to project managers to define change orders or supplemental agreements.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and team members; read plans and specs.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Field observation

Construction standards reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

e-Builder

Buzzsaw

Site Manager

FNI Manager

Job description

Freese and Nichols is seeking a Construction Representative/Inspector to join our team in Raleigh, NC/Field. As a Construction Representative you will be responsible for observing construction on a variety of transportation, water and/or facilities infrastructure projects to verify compliance with approved plans and specifications.o Observe and inspect ongoing construction work to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specificationso Prepare construction daily reportso Support other ongoing document control processeso Prepare for and assist with preconstruction meetings, progress checks, and conflict resolutiono Provide information to project manager/construction manager to help define the need for change orders, extra work and/or supplemental agreementso Communicate with client, contractors, and other employeeso Read plan and specifications to be able to ensure construction is in accordance with plans and specificationsQualificationso High School Diploma or GEDo 5+ years relevant experience in the construction field serving as a construction representative or inspectoro Valid and Active Driver Licenseo Excellent Written and verbal communication skillsPreferred Qualifications:o Associates degree in related fieldo Knowledge of a project management information system (Example e-Builder, Buzzsaw, FNI Manager, Site Manager, etc.)o One or more of the following certifications: DOT technical certifications, ACI I, APWA certification, Level I NICET, or ENV SWPPP (Certifications may be considered in place of experience.)About Freese and NicholsAt the heart of our culture is our LEADS values ( L earn continuously, E ngage as family, A ct with integrity, D eliver quality, and S erve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work.Join our team of 1,400+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado.Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.#LI-Hybrid