Senior Construction Inspector - Field Leader for Transport

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is hiring two Senior Inspectors to join the Construction Inspection Team in Columbia, SC or Orangeburg, SC. You will lead field inspections of transportation projects, review documents, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of 7 years of related construction observation experience, strong communication and math skills, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; associate degree preferred in engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of related construction observation experience.
• Ability to interpret client contracts and apply industry standards.
• Capable of independent work and guiding entry level staff.
• Excellent communication and mathematics skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor transportation projects for compliance with plans, specs, codes, and quality standards.
• Review drawings, submittals, and documents; verify materials and work sequences.
• Document field observations and calculations to support progress payments.
• Identify nonconforming work and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate daily with owners, contractors, and authorities; onsite contact for issues.
• Prepare daily reports and support QA testing and constructability reviews.
• Lead project meetings and mentor entry level inspectors.

Skills

Strong communication

Mathematics skills

MS Office proficiency

Travel ability

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree in Engineering Science, Construction Management, or related technical field

Tools

ACI Certification

SCDOT Earthwork/Concrete Roadway Certification

Job description

CHA Consulting, Inc. is hiring two Senior Inspectors to join the Construction Inspection Team in Columbia, SC or Orangeburg, SC. You will lead field inspections of transportation projects, review documents, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of 7 years of related construction observation experience, strong communication and math skills, and the ability to work independently or with a team. Travel may be required.