Lead Inspector

Keller Associates, Inc.; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid employee health, dental, and vision insurance

401k match program

Tuition Reimbursement

Remote-friendly options

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP

FSA

HRA

401k match

Job summary

A mid-sized consulting firm is seeking a Lead Inspector for its Idaho Falls or Pocatello office. The role involves inspecting and documenting construction work to ensure compliance with specified plans and contracts. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications, ability to read construction documents, and experience in fieldwork. This position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, a 401k match, and flexible spending accounts.

Qualifications

• Hold active Idaho qualified personnel testing qualifications for the Idaho Transportation Department.
• Able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions over rough terrain.
• Proficient with photographic and written documentation.
• Experience with accurate record-keeping and documentation.
• Familiarity with public works construction processes and documentation.
• Capable of working outdoors in adverse weather conditions over rough terrain.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with AASHTOWare and ProjectWise is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, observe, and document the work in progress by the contractor.
• Prepare daily reports to document work progress and site conditions.
• Act as a liaison between the Engineer, Owner, and Contractor.
• Participate in and prepare notes for project meetings.
• Maintain records for use in preparing project documentation.
• Review applications for payment with the Contractor and forward with recommendations to the Engineer.
• Participate in Engineer’s visits to the site to assess work progress.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

IQP certifications

Ability to read and understand construction drawings

Accurate record-keeping

Good written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with public works construction processes

Outdoor work in adverse weather

Written & verbal communication

AASHTOWare familiarity

ProjectWise familiarity

Education

High School diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of construction experience

Western Alliance for Quality Transportation Construction certifications

High School diploma or GED + 3 years field experience

Valid driver license

MS Office and Bluebeam proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

We’re looking for can‑do people who don’t stand on ceremony, who aren’t thrown off by hard work, and who believe engineering is a team sport. If that’s you, apply now for our Lead Inspector opportunity in either our Idaho Falls or Pocatello, Idaho office. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated person ready to take the next step in their career and contribute to our growing operations.

Job Summary

The Lead Inspector will spend part or all of most days in the field on a construction project. They act under the direction of the Engineer as the Engineer’s representative at the project construction site, observing and documenting construction activities to verify the work is progressing in conformance with the plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, observe, and document the work in progress by the contractor.
• Act as a liaison between the Engineer, Owner, and the Contractor to facilitate communication
• Prepare daily reports to document work progress, site conditions, and decisions made
• Participate in and prepare notes for project meetings
• Maintain records for use in preparing project documentation
• Review applications for payment with the Contractor and forward with recommendations to the Engineer
• Participate in Engineer’s visits to the site to assess work progress
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• IQP certifications required
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications
• Ability to read and understand standard agency specifications including the Idaho Transportation Department’s standard specifications, the Idaho Standards for Public Works Construction (ISPWC) and the Ada County Highway District Supplement to the ISPWC.
• Experience with accurate record‑keeping
• Familiarity with public works construction processes and documentation
• Capable of working outdoors in adverse weather conditions over rough terrain
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with AASHTOWare and ProjectWise a plus

Education and Experience

• Hold Western Alliance for Quality Transportation Construction certifications, or ability to obtain them as soon as the role begins. This qualification is waived if applicant holds a degree in civil engineering or construction management.
• Hold active Idaho Qualified Personnel testing qualifications for the Idaho Transportation Department, or ability to obtain as soon as role begins.
• High School diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of construction and field experience.
• Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam
• Proficient with photographic and written documentation

Benefits

• Paid employee health, dental, and vision insurance
• Partially paid health, dental, and vision insurance for dependents
• Remote‑friendly options
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health reimbursement arrangement (HRA)
• 401k match program and access to asset management services
• Year‑end bonus
• Costco membership
• Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell back program
• Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid day of community service

We are a mid‑sized consulting firm providing water, wastewater, civil, transportation, and structural engineering services throughout the West including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, and Utah. We provide client‑focused solutions in surface water, water and wastewater engineering, as well as transportation planning, roadway, bridges and vertical structures, site civil design, construction management, electrical, controls, and surveying. Our clients include federal, state, and local agencies as well as small and medium sized cities. Our work is never boring and always influences the communities we serve. We take joy in everything we do – from work to play – our staff finds ways to be more human and balanced.

Please review the Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability form found here to answer the questions provided at the bottom of the application process.

Keller Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.