Inspector

WSP; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Glastonbury, Connecticut is seeking a Construction Inspector to oversee highway, bridge and rail projects across Connecticut. You will perform inspections to ensure conformance with contract documents, measure quantities, and prepare daily reports while collaborating with the Resident Engineer and field teams.

The role requires a BS in Engineering/Construction Management or NICET 2 or CMIT 3, 1 year (2 years with NICET/CMIT), strong communication, and a valid driver's license; MS Office

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering/Construction Management or NICET 2 or CMIT Level 3 (per CTDOT requirements)
• Minimum 1 year construction inspection experience (2 years with NICET 2 or CMIT 3)
• Strong oral and written technical communication skills
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel)

Responsibilities

• Inspect highway and bridge construction to ensure contract compliance.
• Perform field measurements and calculations for payment items.
• Complete daily work reports per policies and procedures.
• Assist other team members in inspection duties.
• Interface with contractor supervisors to monitor daily work.
• Coordinate independent material sampling and testing as needed.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic and document progress.
• Keep Chief Inspector/Resident Engineer informed on activities.

Skills

Technical communication

Blueprint reading

Reading plans & specs

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

B.S. in Engineering/Construction Management or NICET 2/CMIT Level 3

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is one of the globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional careers in construction management and inspection. Over the past thirty-five years our local construction management division and inspection team have overseen and inspected a wide range of significant projects. These include Connecticut’s major interstate interchanges, the Charter Oak and Quinnipiac River Bridges, the railroad moveable Walk Bridge, and Rhode Island’s East Side Transit Tunnel.

Are you passionate about the work you do, and the difference it makes in the world. We are ready for you!

WSP is seeking a construction Inspector based out of our Glastonbury, Connecticut office to help oversee highway, bridge, and rail construction projects throughout Connecticut.

Depending on experience, the Inspector will oversee work such as roadway paving, excavation, backfill, drainage, traffic control, bridge structural steel and rebar placement, concrete pours, pile driving, utility installation, and other related activities. The inspector will report to the Resident Engineer/Chief Inspector or their designee.

Your Impact

Job Description:

• Perform inspection of various highway and bridge construction operations to ensure compliance with contract documents and plans.

• Perform field measurements and calculations for quantity payment items

• Complete daily work reports in accordance with policies and procedures

• Assist other team members in inspection duties

• Interface with contractor’s supervisors to coordinate and monitor daily work

• Help coordinate independent material sampling and testing or periodically perform the same

• Monitor maintenance of traffic

• Take and compile photographs of work activities for tracking daily progress

• Keep the Chief Inspector and/or Resident Engineer informed on all construction activities

• Exposure to highway and construction environments and year-round weather conditions

• Potential for working days, nights, and weekends

• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field, or NICET 2, or CMIT Level 3.(per CTDOT requirements)
• Minimum 1 year of construction inspection experience. (2 years with NICET 2 or CMIT 3)
• Strong oral and written technical communication skills.
• Ability to learn how to read plans and specifications, or the aptitude to learn
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word and Excel
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable personal transportation
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer-In-Training certification
• ACI, NETTCP certification or ability to attain within 3 months of hiring
• Hands-on experience with construction management software such as AASHTOWare Project, Headlight, Procore, or similar systems
• Knowledge of Bluebeam