Senior Construction Inspector: Field Quality & Compliance

WSP; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is hiring a Full-Time Senior Construction Inspector for our Meridian, ID office. You will perform complex field inspections, develop inspection plans, and coordinate with clients and contractors to ensure compliance and quality.

Lead inspection activities, ensure accurate documentation, and communicate findings through technical reports. Strong knowledge of codes, regulations, and QA/QC is required; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Essential professional licensure/certification(s).
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Expert knowledge of construction inspection principles, codes, regulations, and record-keeping.
• Ability to lead inspection staff and coordinate multi-site fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Determine data collection/analysis methods from field inspections, surveys, plans, and drawings.
• Perform inspections on complex projects to verify conformity with rules, standards, and permits.
• Develop inspection plans and coordinate with client and contractor personnel.
• Provide technical guidance for proper inspection, construction, and functioning of buildings, highways, bridges, and infrastructure.
• Act as consultant on work progress and resolve issues; may lead inspection staff on large projects.
• Oversee initial checks during construction and ensure final comprehensive inspections are documented.
• Verify load calculations, change orders, and interpretation of plans.
• Monitor phasing plans and contractor work to ensure quality and contract compliance.
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute inspection work on multiple projects.
• Attend pre-construction meetings and address contractor questions.
• Calculate payments due to contractors for work completed.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for design/construction/environmental issues.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients professionally.
• Stay current in inspection knowledge and practices.
• Collaborate with professionals to develop business opportunities and cross-sell services.
• Adhere to company policies and code of conduct.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Construction inspection

Field inspections

QA/QC

Project coordination

Technical writing

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

WSP is hiring a Full-Time Senior Construction Inspector for our Meridian, ID office. You will perform complex field inspections, develop inspection plans, and coordinate with clients and contractors to ensure compliance and quality.

Lead inspection activities, ensure accurate documentation, and communicate findings through technical reports. Strong knowledge of codes, regulations, and QA/QC is required; travel may be required.