Senior Construction Inspector

WSP in the U.S.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Full-time Senior Construction Inspector for our Raleigh, NC office. The role involves examining construction plans, supporting project inspectors, and ensuring safety and compliance with specifications. Candidates must have a High School Diploma and 7 years of related experience. The position requires effective communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Occasional travel may be necessary depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• 7 years of road and bridge construction inspection experience or equivalent combination.
• Ability to attain multiple relevant certifications within 90 days.
• Effective communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Examine and interpret construction plans and schedules.
• Support project inspectors in construction inspection and testing.
• Verify that work is performed according to project plans.

Skills

Construction inspection principles

Interpersonal communication

Technical writing

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in related discipline

Tools

Office automation software

Spreadsheets

Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full‑time Senior Construction Inspector for our Raleigh, NC office. Be involved in projects with our Construction Management Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Examine and interpret construction plans, schedules and quantities.
• Support senior project inspectors in functional areas such as construction inspection, surveying and material sampling and testing.
• Verify that work is performed safely and in accordance with the project plans and specifications.
• Perform a wide variety of standardized and non‑standardized tests and assignments in compiling, analyzing, computing, editing and processing field data.
• 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.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 7 years of road and bridge construction inspection and testing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Engineering Interns (EI) may be eligible for this position without experience.
• The ability to attain the following certifications within 90 days +/- or as class scheduling allows: NCDOT Concrete Field Technician certification, NCDOT Conventional Density certification, Level II Erosion & Sediment Control/Storm water certification, NCDOT QMS Roadway Technician certification, NCDOT ABC and Borrow Pit Sampling certification.
• Ability to keep accurate records and compute field data.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• General awareness of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
• General awareness of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non‑technical audience.
• Effective self‑leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• Ability to perform physical activities required of the testing and inspection procedures including squatting, bending, lifting, climbing and traversing difficult terrain.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Basic computer skills.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.

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.