Field Construction Inspector – Transit & Materials Testing

Mead & Hunt; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee ownership

Job summary

Mead & Hunt is seeking a Mid-Level Construction Inspector to support SCDOT projects across South Carolina. You will inspect transportation construction, verify compliance with plans and specs, perform measurements and materials testing as needed, and document daily activities.

The role requires travel across SC, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Ideal candidates hold SCDOT-related certifications and one of: a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in

Qualifications

• The candidate will hold at least two applicable certifications and one of the following: a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field; or an Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or related field with two years of relevant experience; or if no degree, at least four years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspection services for transportation construction projects.
• Ensure work and materials comply with proposal, plans, and specifications.
• Perform calculations, take measurements, verify weights/volumes as needed.
• Plot and run cross sections; prepare as-built documents during progress.
• May perform materials testing and document inspected work daily.
• Extend travel to construction sites across South Carolina; valid driver’s license required.
• Work heavy lifting and outdoor conditions; extended hours/overnight may be required.

Skills

Construction inspection

Materials testing

SCDOT standards knowledge

Cross-section plotting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field

Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or related field

Four years of relevant experience (no degree)

Tools

CEPSCI certification

Job description

Mead & Hunt is seeking a Mid-Level Construction Inspector to support SCDOT projects across South Carolina. You will inspect transportation construction, verify compliance with plans and specs, perform measurements and materials testing as needed, and document daily activities.

The role requires travel across SC, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Ideal candidates hold SCDOT-related certifications and one of: a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in