Entry-Level Field Construction Inspector

Poulos-; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking a Construction Technician I to perform basic field inspections of infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and safety requirements. The role supports supervision and gains hands-on experience on-site in Kansas.

Responsibilities include documentation, coordination with contractors, and performing measurements to assist data collection, with regular 8am–5pm hours and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; higher education preferred.
• Reading and interpreting construction plans, drawings and specs.
• Basic knowledge of construction methods, materials, and inspection practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic field inspections of construction activities and installed work.
• Assist with daily reporting, documentation, and verification of construction progress.
• Monitor job site safety practices and traffic control measures as applicable.
• Take field measurements using standard tools and support data collection.
• Communicate with contractors and project team members to coordinate activities and escalate field issues.
• Follow direction from supervisory staff and contribute to inspection quality and accuracy.

Skills

Construction inspections

Reading blueprints

Field data collection

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (related field)

Bachelor's degree (related field)

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking a Construction Technician I to perform basic field inspections of infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and safety requirements. The role supports supervision and gains hands-on experience on-site in Kansas.

Responsibilities include documentation, coordination with contractors, and performing measurements to assist data collection, with regular 8am–5pm hours and overtime as needed.