Field Engineer/Construction Inspector

WSP; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Field Engineer/Construction Inspector for their Indianapolis office. The role involves assisting with inspections, analyzing data from work sites, and ensuring compliance with construction standards. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, relevant experience, and a valid driver's license. Strong skills in construction inspection and communication are required. The position offers a dynamic work environment with potential for occasional travel and extensive responsibilities in project management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant post-education experience in construction inspection.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field inspections and data analysis.
• Perform inspections of site conditions and construction materials.
• Generate accurate documentation related to inspection findings.

Skills

Construction inspection principles

Interpersonal communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree in closely related discipline

Tools

Office automation software

Technical writing tools

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Field Engineer/Construction Inspector for our Indianapolis, IN office. Be involved in projects with our PM/CM Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, structural plans, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, material sampling, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for field inspection activities.
• Under minimal supervision, use test equipment to perform basic inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, construction, materials, controls, resources, layout, alignment, and elevation to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, and construction.
• Perform testing of soil density, concrete air/slump/yield, moisture content, and other required construction tests.
• Provide routine technical assistance that accounts for the proper inspection, construction, and functioning of highways, roads, bridges, structures, and/or infrastructure according to design standard specifications.
• Assist with verifying change orders, interpretation of contract plans and specifications, recognizing basic construction, engineering, or survey problems and escalating any differences, errors, or technical problems for appropriate resolution.
• Assist with calculating payments due to contractors for work completed.
• Assist with ensuring adequate levels of equipment and materials are assigned to projects, ensuring that material tests are performed, and materials meet required standards.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications related to inspection findings using electronic systems, written/oral feedback, photographs, drawings, diagrams, illustrations, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Comply with client policies and procedures for inspection work under contract.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exhibit basic knowledge of current field inspection practices.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals, engineers, inspectors, project control, and technicians on assigned inspection phases, checks, and tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior construction inspection experience.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Highly familiar with construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Highly familiar with relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Sound self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Analytical mindset to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Ability to provide input and feedback to others in the field such as subcontractors and work colleagues to consistently complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
• Essential professional licensure/certification.