Senior Construction Inspector

WSP in the U.S.; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is a leading engineering firm in New England, seeking a Senior Inspector based in our Glastonbury, CT office to supervise highway, bridge, and rail construction projects.

Responsibilities include inspection of paving, excavation, drainage, and steel placement, with reporting to the Resident Engineer. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree or NICET/CMIT credentials and demonstrate strong communication and safety records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or CMET related field, CTDOT requirements.
• NICET 3 or CMIT 4 with minimum 4 years inspection experience;6 years optional.
• Strong written and oral communication; plans and specs reading ability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect highway and bridge construction operations daily.
• Interface with contractor supervisors to monitor work.
• Perform field measurements and quantity calculations.
• Complete daily reports per policies and procedures.
• Coordinate material sampling and testing when needed.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic and safety practices.
• Photograph work activities to track progress.
• Inform Chief Inspector and Resident Engineer of activities.
• Work in year‑round conditions; occasional night or weekend shifts.

Skills

Construction inspection

Communication skills

Plan reading

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

NICET 3

CMIT Level 4

Tools

AASHTOWare Project

Headlight

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is one of the globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional careers in construction management and inspection. Over the past thirty-five years our local construction management division and inspection team have overseen and inspected a wide range of significant projects. These include Connecticut’s major interstate interchanges, the Charter Oak and Quinnipiac River Bridges, the railroad moveable Walk Bridge, and Rhode Island’s East Side Transit Tunnel.

Job Description

WSP is one of the globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional careers in construction management and inspection. Over the past thirty-five years our local construction management division and inspection team have overseen and inspected a wide range of significant projects. These include Connecticut’s major interstate interchanges, the Charter Oak and Quinnipiac River Bridges, the railroad moveable Walk Bridge, and Rhode Island’s East Side Transit Tunnel. Are you passionate about the work you do, and the difference it makes in the world. We are ready for you! WSP is seeking a construction Senior Inspector based out of our Glastonbury, Connecticut office to help oversee highway, bridge, and rail construction projects throughout Connecticut. Depending on experience, the Senior Inspector will oversee work such as roadway paving, excavation, backfill, drainage, traffic control, bridge structural steel and rebar placement, concrete pours, pile driving, utility installation, and other related activities. The inspector will report to the Resident Engineer/Chief Inspector or their designee.

Your Impact

Job Description:

• Perform inspection of various highway and bridge construction operations
• Interfacing with contractor’s supervisors to determine and monitor daily work
• Perform field measurements and calculations for unit price item quantities
• Complete daily work reports in accordance with policies and procedures
• Help coordinate independent material sampling and testing or periodically perform the same
• Monitor maintenance of traffic
• Take and compile photographs of work activities for tracking daily progress
• Keep the Chief Inspector and/or Resident Engineer informed on all construction activities
• Exposure to highway and construction environments and year-round weather conditions
• Potential for working days, nights, and weekends
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field, or NICET 3, or CMIT Level 4. (per CTDOT requirements) and high school degree.
• Minimum 4 years of construction inspection experience. (6 years with NICET 3 or CMIT 4).
• Strong oral and written technical communication skills.
• Ability to learn how to read plans and specifications, or the aptitude to learn
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite particularly Word and Excel
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable personal transportation
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-In-Training certification or Professional Engineers license
• ACI and NETTCP certifications or ability to attain within 3 months of hiring
• Hands-on experience with construction management software such as AASHTOWare Project, Headlight, Procore, or similar systems
• Knowledge of Bluebeam

About WSP

About WSP:

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

ABOUT US

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.