Inspector

GEI Consultants, Inc; Northern, San Diego (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-Competitive Compensation

Professional development

Rewards and recognition

DEI and Inclusion

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Field Inspector to perform on-site inspection and monitoring of heavy civil infrastructure construction projects, including pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, and groundwater wells.

The role ensures work aligns with plans, specs, safety, and codes, while providing daily field documentation to support quality, schedule, and contract compliance. Responsibilities include inspecting activities, observing construction, monitoring safety/environmental

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree or technical training preferred).
• Minimum 2-5 years of field inspection or construction experience on heavy civil construction projects.
• Experience with infrastructure construction such as pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, or wells.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and inspection practices.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Strong written communication skills for field documentation and reporting.
• Familiarity with construction management or inspection reporting software.
• Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction activities to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
• Observe and document construction of pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, and groundwater wells.
• Monitor contractor work practices related to safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Verify materials, workmanship, line and grade, testing, and installed quantities.
• Perform daily site observations and prepare accurate daily inspection reports.
• Coordinate with construction managers, office engineers, contractors, and designers to resolve field issues.
• Witness testing and inspections including pressure testing, concrete placement, compaction, and system startup activities.
• Identify and document non-conforming work and follow through on corrective actions.
• Assist with punch-list development, as-built verification, and project closeout documentation.

Skills

Field inspection

Reading plans

Documentation

Safety compliance

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking a Field Inspector to perform on-site inspection and monitoring of heavy civil infrastructure construction projects including pipelines, pump stations, tanks and reservoirs, dams, levees, and groundwater wells. This position ensures construction work is performed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, safety requirements, and applicable codes, and provides daily field documentation to support quality, schedule, and contract compliance.

• Inspect construction activities to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
• Observe and document construction of pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, and groundwater wells.
• Monitor contractor work practices related to safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Verify materials, workmanship, line and grade, testing, and installed quantities.
• Perform daily site observations and prepare accurate daily inspection reports.
• Coordinate with construction managers, office engineers, contractors, and designers to resolve field issues.
• Witness testing and inspections including pressure testing, concrete placement, compaction, and system startup activities.
• Identify and document non-conforming work and follow through on corrective actions.
• Assist with punch-list development, as-built verification, and project closeout documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree or technical training preferred).
• Minimum 2-5 years of field inspection or construction experience on heavy civil construction projects.
• Experience with infrastructure construction such as pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, or wells.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and inspection practices.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Strong written communication skills for field documentation and reporting.
• Familiarity with construction management or inspection reporting software.
• Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related engineering degree or comprehensive equivalent field experience.
• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) certification in California.
• Registered Certified Construction Manager In-Training (CMIT) through Construction Management Association of America.
• Certifications in construction inspection, materials testing, or safety (e.g., ACI, AWS, NACE, QSP/QSD).

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $40.00 - $80.00/hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

x

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

4-6 hours

Standing

2 hours

Walking

2 hours

Climbing

30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

20lbs

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

10 min

Reaching forward

10 min

Reaching overhead

10 min

10 min

x

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

x

Far Vision

x

Yes

No

Not Applicable

x

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

x

Hearing

x

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

x

Chemical

x

x

Extreme temperatures

x

Radiation

x

Uneven surfaces or elevations

x

x

Dust/particulate matter

x

Other (exposure risks):

8

x

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.