Resident Inspector

Royal; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Engineers and Consultants, LLC seeks a skilled Resident Inspector to oversee construction quality, interpret plans, and ensure compliance with contract requirements. The role acts as a field representative evaluating methods, workmanship, and materials against project standards.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in construction inspection, strong communication, and the ability to resolve routine issues independently, with preferred CM/Civil Eng education and CQM-C certification.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma; associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years in construction inspection, QA/QC with plans interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of construction codes and industry standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to make independent decisions on quality compliance.
• Ability to prepare inspection reports and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret construction plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements.
• Inspect construction activities, materials, workmanship, and completed work to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between plans and specifications involving routine construction issues that do not affect engineering design or project costs.
• Provide authoritative decisions regarding the acceptability of construction methods, workmanship, materials, and finished products.
• Approve minor deviations in construction methods and practices when consistent with contract requirements, established precedents, and without additional project costs.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit accurate, complete, and timely inspection reports and documentation.
• Monitor contractor operations to ensure adherence to quality standards, contract specifications, and approved construction practices.
• Coordinate with project management, engineering staff, contractors, and other stakeholders to address quality concerns and project issues.
• Escalate unusual, complex, or novel construction problems to supervisory staff for guidance and resolution.
• Utilize available technical resources and specialized expertise to address unique trade, craft, or material-related concerns.
• Support project teams in maintaining quality assurance objectives and ensuring successful project delivery.

Skills

Construction practices

Plan interpretation

Codes & standards

Communication skills

Report writing

Independent decisions

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree or higher in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

We seek a highly skilled, detail-oriented Resident Inspector to oversee and ensure compliance with construction plans, specifications, contract requirements, and quality standards. This position serves as an experienced field representative who evaluates construction methods, workmanship, materials, and completed work to ensure conformity with established project requirements.

The successful candidate will exercise independent judgment to resolve routine construction issues, interpret plans and specifications, and approve minor deviations that align with established precedents and contractual requirements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Review and interpret construction plans, specifications, standards, and contract requirements.
• Inspect construction activities, materials, workmanship, and completed work to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between plans and specifications involving routine construction issues that do not affect engineering design or project costs.
• Provide authoritative decisions regarding the acceptability of construction methods, workmanship, materials, and finished products.
• Approve minor deviations in construction methods and practices when consistent with contract requirements, established precedents, and without additional project costs.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit accurate, complete, and timely inspection reports and documentation.
• Monitor contractor operations to ensure adherence to quality standards, contract specifications, and approved construction practices.
• Coordinate with project management, engineering staff, contractors, and other stakeholders to address quality concerns and project issues.
• Escalate unusual, complex, or novel construction problems to supervisory staff for guidance and resolution.
• Utilize available technical resources and specialized expertise to address unique trade, craft, or material-related concerns.
• Support project teams in maintaining quality assurance objectives and ensuring successful project delivery.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or higher in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

More than three years of progressively responsible experience in construction inspection, quality assurance, quality control, or related construction work, including interpreting construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of construction practices, materials, methods, and quality assurance principles.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, specifications, standards, and construction documents.
• Knowledge of applicable construction codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions regarding quality compliance and construction acceptability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in preparing inspection reports and maintaining project documentation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, engineers, project managers, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to work independently while recognizing when supervisory or engineering assistance is needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction Quality Management (CQM-C) Certification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Royal Engineers and Consultants, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.