Senior Construction Inspector

Terracon; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Construction Inspector to perform inspections across multiple disciplines, including structural steel, concrete, and soils, ensuring compliance with plans and codes. The role involves field testing, reporting, and collaboration with engineers and project managers on-site.

Candidates should have 4–6 years of inspection experience, relevant NICET/ICC/AWS/ASNT/ACI certifications, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience in construction inspection.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• At least four or more certifications in NICET, ICC, AWS, ASNT, ACI or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, observation, and inspection to ensure work meets contract specifications.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance.
• Communicate findings to Project Manager and collaborate on solutions.
• Lead and coordinate activities of lower level inspectors when required.
• Maintain equipment operation and calibration and ensure safety standards are followed.

Skills

Construction inspection

NICET III (CMT)

ICC certifications

AWS CWI

ASNT Level III

ACI field testing

Radiation safety

Nuclear density gauge

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Civil/Construction Eng Tech

Job description

General Responsibilities

Construction Inspectors spend the majority of their time working on projects performing construction related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience. Perform daily inspection of construction projects monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings and project specifications. Inspections may cross multiple inspection disciplines or within a specified area of expertise including structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, etc. Inspection may include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with the plans and specifications. Prepare inspection reports and provide written documentation of observations and testing of materials. Communicate findings to engineer or project manager and when requested collaborate with the project team on solutions to potential issues. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures to determine if work is done according to contract specifications.


• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.


• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.


• Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance.


• 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.


• May interact with client and other site personnel to provide input on appropriate resolution of findings.


• May assist Project Manager in development of scope for testing and inspection services


• Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.


• Maintains equipment operation and calibration.


• Lead, provide direction and may coordinate activities of lower level inspectors.


• Performs advanced fieldwork and assists with project management.


• Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.


• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.


• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience in construction inspection.


• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

At least four or more certifications in the following areas:

• NICET Level III certification in Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Soils).


• NICET Level III certification in Geotechnical (Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist)


• ICC certification (Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding).


• ICC Master of Special Inspection


• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)


• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level III certification (Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT)).


• Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications requiring experience and written examination will also be considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager.


• ACI certification* in one or more of the following areas:


• Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I


• Concrete Strength Testing Technician


• ACI certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT or UT certification(s) have been obtained and concrete field and laboratory testing is not required as part of the job level description.


• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation**.


• Nuclear Density Gauge operation certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT or UT certification(s) have been obtained and soils testing is not required as part of the job level description.