Senior Inspector

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,971 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consulting firm is seeking a Senior Inspector in Columbia, SC. This role involves monitoring construction for compliance, documenting field observations, and mentoring junior inspectors. Minimum 7 years of experience in construction observation is required, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is an opportunity to work on impactful transportation projects while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of related construction observation experience required.
• Understanding of contract documents and industry standards required.
• Valid driver’s license; extensive travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction for compliance with plans and specifications.
• Review drawings and verify materials and work sequences.
• Document field observations and support progress-payment verification.
• Lead project meetings and mentor entry-level inspectors.

Skills

Construction techniques

Communication skills

Mathematics skills

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in Engineering Science or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Elevate Construction Outcomes as a Senior Inspector — Apply Your Expertise Where It Counts

Are you a seasoned construction professional known for sound judgment and a commitment to getting it right? Do you thrive in field environments where your leadership and technical expertise directly influence project outcomes?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking two Senior Inspectors to join our Construction Inspection Team in Columbia, SC. In this position, you will play a critical role in evaluating construction work, resolving field issues, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. This opportunity allows you to apply your expertise on complex transportation projects while supporting junior inspectors and collaborating closely with project teams to deliver safe, reliable infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor construction of transportation infrastructure projects to ensure full compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and quality standards
• Review drawings, submittals, and construction documents; verify materials, methods, and work sequences meet requirements
• Document field observations, measurements, and computations to determine acceptability of completed work and support progress‑payment verification
• Identify nonconforming work, evaluate proposed corrective measures, and recommend acceptance or rejection
• Coordinate daily with owners, contractors, and local authorities; serve as the primary on‑site contact for construction‑related issues
• Prepare clear daily reports, maintain accurate project records, and support QA testing, surveys, and constructability reviews
• Lead project meetings, guide administrative documentation, and mentor entry‑level inspectors to support successful project delivery

What You Bring

• High School Diploma required; Associate’s degree in Engineering Science, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of related construction observation experience required
• Strong understanding of construction techniques, contract documents, and industry standards with the ability to interpret client contracts
• Ability to work independently on complex projects as well as collaboratively within a team; willingness to guide entry‑level staff
• Excellent communication skills and strong mathematics skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license required; extensive travel may be required
• ACI and South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Earthwork and Concrete Roadway certifications preferred

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Lead with impact by ensuring construction meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability
• Advance your career in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment committed to excellence

Curious about the impactful work our Construction Inspection team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to sustainable solutions by visiting: https://www.chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range

$37.00 - $45.00

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward‑leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.