Senior Construction Inspector – Public Works Infra

WSP in the U.S.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a motivated Construction Inspector for our Seattle, WA office, with additional Tacoma location possibilities. You will provide on-site inspection services for transportation, municipal, utility, and infrastructure projects across the Pacific Northwest, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

You will monitor activities, document progress, verify plans and specs, and coordinate with contractors, owners, utilities, and the project team to support timely, within-budget

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 9+ years of construction inspection on public works/heavy civil projects.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, shop drawings, and contracts.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of contractor operations to verify compliance with plans, specs, permits, and contract requirements.
• Prepare detailed daily inspection reports documenting workforce, equipment, materials, work activities, weather conditions, and significant events.
• Verify completed quantities and maintain supporting documentation for contractor payments.
• Monitor traffic control, public safety measures, and erosion and sediment control practices.
• Coordinate and document field testing and material acceptance activities.
• Review material certifications, test results, and quality documentation.
• Maintain project records, photographs, field notes, and as-built documentation.
• Identify construction issues, conflicts, and non-conforming work.
• Attend project meetings and coordinate with contractors, owners, utilities, and project team members.
• Support change order documentation and field issue resolution.
• Promote a strong culture of safety and compliance on all projects.
• Exercise ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources.

Skills

Construction inspection experience

Reading plans and specs

Written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Travel to project sites

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP is seeking a motivated Construction Inspector for our Seattle, WA office, with additional Tacoma location possibilities. You will provide on-site inspection services for transportation, municipal, utility, and infrastructure projects across the Pacific Northwest, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

You will monitor activities, document progress, verify plans and specs, and coordinate with contractors, owners, utilities, and the project team to support timely, within-budget