Inspector II

HNTB; Johnson Place (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking a dedicated field inspector to support construction projects across various locations in West Virginia. Responsibilities include observing and documenting contractor work to ensure compliance, performing on-site material testing, and maintaining daily reports of work. Candidates must have at least 3 years of construction experience and relevant certification. The role allows candidates to engage with complex infrastructure projects.

Benefits information can be found on HNTB Total Rewards. This is a full-time position that supports our commitment to equal opportunity and disability accessibility.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of construction-related experience required.
• All required jurisdictional certificates and state requirements must be met.
• Ability to recognize and escalate discrepancies or conflicts within documents.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document contractor work in progress.
• Perform on-site material testing and produce as-constructed sketches.
• Maintain inspector's daily report of assigned work activities.

Skills

Construction-related experience

Mathematical calculations and measurements

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

HNTB is an employee‑owned company that helps build communities by delivering solutions for complex infrastructure projects. We are looking for a dedicated field inspector to support our construction projects.

What You'll Do

• Observe, document, and verify contractor work in progress to ensure compliance with contract documents and plans.
• Utilize engineering inspection practices to perform standard mathematical calculations and measurements of completed work.
• Maintain inspector's daily report of assigned work activities, contractor labor and equipment, and quantity of material received and verified.
• Perform on‑site material testing and produce as‑constructed sketches as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and at least 3 years of construction‑related experience.
• All required jurisdictional certificates and state requirements.

What You'll Bring

• Ability to recognize and escalation discrepancies or conflicts within documents.
• Interpret and understand schedules to provide feedback.
• Operate relevant testing equipment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other computer skills.
• Calculate complex pay quantities.
• Identify, document, and escalation change conditions.

What We Prefer

• West Virginia Division of Highways inspection experience.
• WVDOH – Transportation Engineering Technician Level 3 certification.

Additional Information

Benefits information is available on HNTB Total Rewards. For equal opportunity information, learn more about our commitment to disability, veteran, and inclusion support.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations: Beckley, WV; Fairmont, WV (Elkins); Scott Depot, WV (Charleston).

Job Type: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full time
Job Category: Construction Services Group
ReqID: R-30474

Equal Employment Opportunity & Disability Accessibility Statement

HNTB provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. The HNTB Companies ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Any applicant with limited English proficiency or a qualifying physical or mental disability who believes they require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail] or call 816‑527‑2600.

Please note that the HNTB Companies will not accept any resume submitted via email. Search our open positions online and apply directly through our careers website.