Junior Construction Inspector - Field Quality & Compliance

Terracon; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in San Jose, CA is seeking a Construction Inspector to perform daily inspections, ensure compliance with building codes, drawings, and project specs, and document observations and testing of materials.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, preparing clear inspection reports, communicating findings to engineers or project managers, and supporting safety on site. Candidates typically have 2–4 years of construction inspection experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree preferred in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience as an Engineering Technician or other applicable experience.
• 1 year experience in construction inspection preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
• Draft inspection reports for review by senior inspector and/or Project Managers.
• May assist more senior inspectors on projects.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Construction inspection

Read drawings

Report writing

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology

Tools

NICET Certifications (CMT)

NICET Geotechnical Certification

ICC Certification

AWS CWI

ASNT Level II VT/MT/PT/RT/UT

ACI Field/Strength Testing Technician

Nuclear Density Gauge operation

Job description

Terracon in San Jose, CA is seeking a Construction Inspector to perform daily inspections, ensure compliance with building codes, drawings, and project specs, and document observations and testing of materials.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, preparing clear inspection reports, communicating findings to engineers or project managers, and supporting safety on site. Candidates typically have 2–4 years of construction inspection experience and relevant certifications.