Field Construction Inspector – Federal Projects

CDM Smith; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a Construction Inspector to perform on-site inspections of construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety codes, and federal regulations.

You will review submittals, maintain detailed daily reports, and coordinate with engineers and project teams. Domestic travel is required, with potential overseas travel; U.S. citizenship and successful background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• At least 5 years of relevant construction experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to pass a federal background check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects to verify compliance with approved design specs and safety codes.
• Document inspection results including deficiencies and sampling; prepare daily reports.
• Review contractor submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and material certifications with engineers and PM teams.
• Coordinate field services, ensuring safety, environmental, and quality control requirements are met.
• Mentor junior construction professionals and deliver technical documentation as needed.

Skills

Engineering drawings interpretation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Technical writing

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

eCMS

RMS/QCS

Job description

CDM Smith in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a Construction Inspector to perform on-site inspections of construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety codes, and federal regulations.

You will review submittals, maintain detailed daily reports, and coordinate with engineers and project teams. Domestic travel is required, with potential overseas travel; U.S. citizenship and successful background checks are required.