Field Construction Inspector — Growth, Benefits & Impact

Accura Engineering; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Accura Engineering is seeking a Construction Inspector to support field oversight on roadway projects. You will assist senior inspectors, review construction plans and shop drawings, and verify compliance with project specifications.

You will monitor activities, conduct field audits of ICQA processes, inspect roadways and structures, attend pre-activity meetings, document findings, and promote safety across all tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology with 2 years roadway/bridge inspection experience.
• Associate degree plus 5 years roadway/bridge inspection experience.
• High school diploma with 7 years roadway/bridge inspection experience; or equivalent combo of training and experience.
• GDOT certifications within 6 months: Construction Engineering Inspection Training (Group 1), WECS, Field Concrete Technician, GSWCC Level 1a.
• Valid US Driver’s License and pass MVR as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Inspectors in performing construction oversight and inspection duties.
• Review and interpret construction plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct field audits of ICQA processes.
• Inspect roadways, structures, and drainage systems for conformance to project requirements.
• Observe and support verification of materials sampling and testing (soils, aggregate, asphalt, concrete).
• Attend pre-activity meetings with contractors and quality teams.
• Document inspection findings and prepare electronic reports.
• Uphold and promote safety practices in all construction activities.

Skills

Construction inspection

Plan reading

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Associate degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CAD software

Job description

Accura Engineering is seeking a Construction Inspector to support field oversight on roadway projects. You will assist senior inspectors, review construction plans and shop drawings, and verify compliance with project specifications.

You will monitor activities, conduct field audits of ICQA processes, inspect roadways and structures, attend pre-activity meetings, document findings, and promote safety across all tasks.