Field Construction Inspector – Soils & Materials

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers and Architects; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is seeking a Construction Inspector for our Springfield, MO office. The role involves inspecting construction projects for transportation work, documenting progress, and ensuring compliance with contract documents.

The candidate must be able to travel on-site, interpret plans and specs, perform field and lab tests, and maintain accurate records. MoDOT experience and certification are a plus; 2+ years preferred. Annual salary range: $33,000 – $83,000.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction-related experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and inspect construction projects from start to finish with thorough daily progress documentation.
• Read and interpret plans, details, specifications and contract documents; report deviations.
• Conduct laboratory and field testing and reports on soils, aggregates, asphalt and other materials.
• Maintain clear written and oral communication; answer inquiries as required.
• Attend and conduct meetings to gain project insight prior to construction and during progress updates.
• Measure and scale distances; provide accurate documentation of work completed.

Skills

Travel willingness

Heavy lifting

Construction practices knowledge

MoDOT specifications

Independent work

Written and verbal communication

Record keeping

DOT/municipal experience

Job description

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is seeking a Construction Inspector for our Springfield, MO office. The role involves inspecting construction projects for transportation work, documenting progress, and ensuring compliance with contract documents.

The candidate must be able to travel on-site, interpret plans and specs, perform field and lab tests, and maintain accurate records. MoDOT experience and certification are a plus; 2+ years preferred. Annual salary range: $33,000 – $83,000.