Inspector II

HNTB; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking an Inspector to oversee and document roadway, bridge, and utility construction in Salt Lake City, UT. You will ensure compliance with contract documents and perform field measurements and testing.

Join a team focused on safety, accuracy, and timely project delivery across Utah, with opportunities to contribute to major infrastructure programs statewide.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 3 years of construction-related experience.
• All jurisdictional certificates and state requirements are met.

Responsibilities

• Observe, document, and verify work in progress for contract compliance.
• Confirm procedures and material conformity to specs.
• Perform standard measurements using engineering inspection practices.
• Maintain daily inspector reports for activities, labor, and equipment.
• Conduct on-site material testing and produce as-constructed sketches.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Roadway construction practices

Bridge construction

Project plans interpretation

Documentation & reporting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Moisture/Density Gauge

ATSA Traffic Control

SRDT Certification

Job description

What We’re Looking For

At HNTB, this is more than just a job — it is an opportunity to build a meaningful career while helping shape the communities we live in every day. With over 100 years of delivering some of the nation’s largest and most complex infrastructure projects, HNTB offers the chance to be part of a respected team during an exciting period of growth and innovation. As a key member of HNTB’s growing Salt Lake City team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects across the state and region, while collaborating with top experts in every field. As part of a nationwide firm, HNTB’s Salt Lake City office has been delivering solutions for some of the largest and most innovative infrastructure projects in Utah, while also contributing to successful projects all across the country.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Be the eyes and ears of the project, ensuring quality construction from start to finish.


• Gain hands‑on experience inspecting roads, bridges, utilities, and transportation infrastructure that communities rely on every day.


• Work with industry‑leading teams that value safety, professionalism, teamwork, and field expertise.


• Utilize tools like Masterworks, spreadsheets, and field‑documentation systems to stay organized and keep projects moving forward.


• Travel throughout Utah and see the direct impact of your work on projects that improve communities statewide.


• Join an employee‑owned company where your contributions matter and your career can continue to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Observe, document, and verify work in progress by the construction contractor to ensure compliance with contract documents and plans.


• Confirm procedures are followed and materials used conform to specifications.


• Utilize engineering inspection practices to perform standard mathematical calculations and measurements of completed work to date.


• Maintain inspector’s daily report of assigned work activities, contractor labor and equipment, 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 3years of construction‑related experience.


• All required jurisdictional certificates and state requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong knowledge of roadway, bridge, utility, and transportation construction practices, along with experience interpreting project plans, specifications, and contract documents.


• Experience performing daily inspections, documenting contractor work, tracking quantities and materials, and ensuring compliance with UDOT standards and project requirements.


• UDOT CTP LevelII certifications – required.


• HMA or concrete paving experience, with the ability to understand and inspect active construction operations in the field.


• Experience working on UDOT projects, including direct involvement in roadway, utility, or transportation infrastructure construction.


• ATSA Traffic Control, SRDT, Moisture/Density Gauge, and ACI/CTT certifications.


• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while helping projects stay safe, organized, and on schedule.


• Valid Utah driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites throughout Utah.

What We Prefer

• Traffic Control Supervisor – Barrier & Crash Cushion Training.


• ADA Pedestrian Ramp Training.


• Certification Partnering.

Benefits

See HNTB Total Rewards for full benefits information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HNTB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Location

Salt Lake City, UT