Inspector, Contract Admin

WSB; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional growth

Job summary

WSB is seeking an Inspector, Contract Admin to perform on-site inspections, document project details, and support civil construction teams across municipal, roadway, bridge, and heavy civil projects in Minnesota. This full-time role emphasizes field performance, safety, and accurate reporting.

The successful candidate will bring a civil engineering background, DOT certifications if possible, and strong proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred.
• 1–10 years of construction inspection experience depending on project scope.
• Experience with municipal, heavy civil roadway and bridge inspection.
• Progressive transportation technician experience preferred.
• Materials testing experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Relevant state DOT technical certifications preferred (CTQP, IMSA, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Field-based role; outdoors in all weather.
• Full-time with standard hours; occasional nights/overtime may occur.
• Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office; travel daily within territory.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site construction inspection and field observation for compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Conduct material sampling and testing; transport samples to laboratories as needed.
• Prepare and maintain detailed daily diaries, inspection reports, pay estimates, quantity calculations, and backup documentation.
• Monitor and inspect work zone traffic control and contractor’s quality control procedures.
• Review material testing procedures and results for conformance to contract requirements.
• Document contract details, including field measurements and project documentation (letters, memos, spreadsheets).
• Participate in project meetings and reviews, providing technical insights and expertise.
• Assist with surveying, proposals, project budgets, schedules, and other technical activities as assigned.
• Mentor early-career professionals and collaborate with engineers and project administrators.
• May be involved in design-build, pavement management, or other technical related activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Field inspection

Contract administration

Documentation

MS Office

Communication

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Civil Eng degree

DOT certifications preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. The Inspector, Contract Admin is responsible for performing field inspections, contract administration, and documentation for a variety of construction projects, including municipal, roadway, bridge, and heavy civil works. This role ensures compliance with project plans, specifications, and contract requirements, while supporting project teams and contributing to the successful delivery of construction projects. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do

• Perform on-site construction inspection and field observation for compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Conduct material sampling and testing; transport samples to appropriate laboratories as needed.
• Prepare and maintain detailed daily diaries, inspection reports, pay estimates, quantity calculations, and backup documentation.
• Monitor and inspect work zone traffic control and contractor’s quality control procedures.
• Review material testing procedures and results for conformance to contract requirements.
• Document contract details, including field measurements and project documentation (letters, memos, spreadsheets).
• Participate in project meetings and reviews, providing technical insights and expertise.
• Assist with surveying, proposals, project budgets, schedules, and other technical activities as assigned.
• Mentor early-career professionals and collaborate with engineers and project administrators.
• May be involved in design-build, pavement management, or other technical related activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Operatestools requiring fine motor skills.
• Moves materials weighing up to 75 pounds periodically.
• Traversesconstruction sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches.
• Conducts visual assessments of task quality and job site safety.
• Positions selfto access tools and materials in various locations.
• Ascends/descends into job site areas to complete inspections and data collection.
• May remain in stationary position for extended periods.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 1-10 years of construction inspection or related experience required, depending on project scope of services, which can vary by location/state
• Experience with municipal, heavy civil roadway, and bridge construction inspection.
• Progressive transportation technician experience preferred.
• Materials testing experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability tooperatea motor vehicle isrequired.
• Relevant state DOT technical certifications preferred.
• Certifications such as CTQP, IMSA, Nuclear Radiation Safety, Erosion Control, and others as applicable to project location.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
• Experience with project documentation software preferred.
• Primarily field-based role must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full‑time position with standard business hours; occasional night work or overtime may be required based on project deadlines.
• Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
• Reliable transportation required and the ability to travel daily within assigned territory.
• Travel may be required.

Who We Are

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.