Inspector, Construction

Aecon; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition and Career Development Reimb.

Health & Wellness Programs

Job summary

Aecon Utilities is seeking an Inspector, Construction to perform field inspections of telecommunications projects across multiple sites. You will verify conformance with drawings, permits, and quality standards, documenting progress and safety observations.

This role supports the Construction Manager and requires strong field documentation skills. The position involves outdoor work, coordination with crews, and travel between active project sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in telecommunications, fiber, underground utility, or related construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, permits, and locates.
• Strong documentation and field data recording skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine field inspections of telecommunications construction activities to verify conformance with drawings and permits.
• Observe underground and aerial installation work and document progress and site conditions.
• Review drawings, permits, and alignment information before and during inspections.
• Verify installed quantities and conditions using inspection reports and photos.
• Identify deficiencies and safety concerns and report them to the Construction Manager.
• Maintain timely, accurate inspection records to support QA and project closeout.

Skills

Telecommunications

Fiber installation

Underground utility

Reading drawings

Tools

MS Office

Mobile field apps

Electronic inspection reports

Job description

Location

Spokane, WA, US Eagan, MN, US Clarkston, WA, US

Operating Sector: Telecommunications

Position Title: Inspector, Construction

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Safer. Faster. Smarter. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future.

As part of the Aecon Utilities sector, Aecon Telecommunications (Telecom) partners with major service providers across North America to deliver turnkey fiber installations, 5G network expansions, and ongoing legacy network services.

With a strong focus on execution, Aecon Telecommunications supports the full lifecycle of telecom infrastructure delivery, providing scalable, high-quality solutions that enable reliable connectivity for both urban and emerging markets. Working closely with clients, the team ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with evolving network demands.

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Construction Inspector is responsible for observing, verifying, and documenting telecommunications construction activities in the field. The role performs inspections against approved drawings, specifications, permits, quality requirements, and applicable construction standards; maintains objective and complete inspection records; and promptly reports deficiencies, variances, safety observations, and field conditions to the Construction Manager.

Locations

Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, and Illinois

We are seeking qualified professionals interested in future opportunities within our growing operations across these states. This posting is intended to establish a talent pool for anticipated project and operational needs.

This role will remain open, and qualified candidates may be contacted as new opportunities become available.

What You'll Do Here:

• Perform routine field inspections of telecommunications construction activities to verify conformance with approved drawings, specifications, permits, quality requirements, and applicable construction standards.
• Observe and document underground and aerial construction activities, including excavation, directional drilling, conduit placement, fiber installation, restoration, and traffic-control conditions, as applicable to the assigned work.
• Review available construction drawings, utility locates, permits, and directional-drilling alignment information before and during inspections.
• Verify and record installed quantities, work locations, construction progress, visible site conditions, and completed activities using inspection reports, construction diaries, photographs, and other required records.
• Identify and objectively document construction deficiencies, deviations, incomplete work, safety observations, quality concerns, and potential conflicts with drawings, locates, permits, or specifications.
• Promptly communicate inspection findings to the Construction Manager and elevate conditions requiring immediate attention, technical interpretation, corrective action, or management direction.
• Track the status of reported deficiencies and document whether corrective work has been completed, without independently approving deviations or directing the method of correction.
• Maintain complete, timely, and accurate inspection records to support quality assurance, project reporting, quantity reconciliation, change evaluation, and project closeout.
• Document field conditions and installed quantities that may support the project team’s review of subcontractor work, scope changes, claims, or extra-work requests.
• Observe traffic-control and site-protection measures and immediately report visible concerns or non-compliance in accordance with established escalation requirements.
• Provide factual field information requested by the Construction Manager, Project Manager, or Project Coordinator to support scheduling, material planning, progress reporting, billing, and closeout.
• Communicate professionally with crews, subcontractors, clients, property owners, and other stakeholders while referring operational direction, commitments, disputes, and scope-related decisions to the Construction Manager.
• Follow all company safety requirements and immediately elevate conditions presenting an actual or potential risk to workers, the public, property, or project delivery.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Experience in telecommunications, fiber, underground utility, or related construction.
• Previous construction inspection, utility inspection, or field-quality experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of telecommunications construction methods, including underground and/or aerial installation activities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, utility locates, permits, and directional-drilling alignment information.
• Ability to distinguish between approved work, construction deficiencies, field variances, and conditions requiring management or technical review.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prepare accurate, objective, and timely field documentation.
• Sound judgment, including the ability to recognize when an issue requires immediate escalation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate findings clearly without assuming responsibility for directing construction work.
• Comfortable working outdoors, traveling between active project sites, and working in varying weather and site conditions.
• Proficiency with electronic inspection reports, photographs, mobile field applications, and standard Microsoft Office applications is preferred.
• Valid driver’s licence and an acceptable driving record.

The expected hourly range for this role is $33/hr - $44/hr USD

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

• Medical Insurance
• Disability Insurance

Tax-Advantaged Savings & Spending Accounts

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees enrolled in a qualified HDHP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Health, Wellness & Support Programs

• Health & Wellness Home Benefit (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
• Green Home Energy Benefit (subsidy for approved green expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and Career Development Reimbursement

Benefits and compensation are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan documents. Aecon Power and Utilities Inc. reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable law.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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