Field Construction Inspector – Structures & Quality

CDM Smith; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 73.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

CDM Smith in Chicago is seeking a Junior Level Construction professional to join our Programs Services Team. Under direct supervision, you will perform construction inspections of low- to moderate-complexity projects, evaluate structural conditions, and help ensure construction activities align with approved plans, specifications, and standards.

You will communicate findings to project managers and stakeholders, prepare field reports, and support quality and compliance.

Qualificações

• High School diploma or Vocational Technical degree or equivalent.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct field inspections of structures, construction sites, and infrastructure projects to assess existing conditions, workmanship, and overall construction quality.
• Evaluate structural integrity and document deterioration, material defects, and conditions requiring further investigation or material sampling.
• Review construction progress and verify that installed materials, field conditions, and completed work align with design drawings, project specifications, and contract documents.
• Identify and document construction deficiencies, nonconforming work, and discrepancies between design intent and field execution.
• Prepare detailed field reports, inspection logs, and supporting documentation to communicate observations, findings, and potential corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, construction personnel, and other project stakeholders to communicate field observations and elevate issues that may affect project quality, schedule, or compliance.
• Perform additional construction inspection, field documentation, and project support duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Verbal communication

Written communication

English proficiency

MS Office

Reading plans

Construction knowledge

Arithmetic basics

Formação

High School diploma or Vocational Technical degree

Descrição da vaga

CDM Smith in Chicago is seeking a Junior Level Construction professional to join our Programs Services Team. Under direct supervision, you will perform construction inspections of low- to moderate-complexity projects, evaluate structural conditions, and help ensure construction activities align with approved plans, specifications, and standards.

You will communicate findings to project managers and stakeholders, prepare field reports, and support quality and compliance.