Senior Paving Construction Inspector

WSP; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP seeks a Senior Paving Construction Inspector to oversee urban and rural pavement rehabilitation projects valued up to $25 million. Based in Portland, ME, Augusta, ME, Eliot, ME or Merrimack, NH, you will manage asphalt work, shimming, milling, drainage, striping, and related tasks under the Resident Engineer.

You will interface with contractors, mentor inspectors, prepare daily reports, and coordinate sampling and testing while ensuring schedule and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 9 years applicable experience
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, design plans and specifications.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to policies.
• Ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct.

Responsibilities

• Interfacing with contractors and attending meetings.
• Mentoring or supervising other inspectors, on behalf of resident engineer or project manager.
• Complete daily reports, measure and calculate unit price quantities.
• Coordinate independent material sampling and testing.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic.
• Take and compile photographs for tracking daily progress.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Read shop drawings

Quality & safety awareness

Supervisory skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Associate of Science in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

MS Word

Site/Field Manager

APPIA

Procore

IPD

Bluebeam

NETTCP HMA certifications

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is one of the Globe's leading engineering firms, helping New England clients and communities improve their infrastructure, while committing to, and developing professional careers in construction management and inspection. From VT's Missisquoi Bay Bridge replacement to MA's Green Line Extension to NH's award-winning Mount Washington Hotel our local construction management division and inspection team has steadily grown over the past twenty-five years. Are you passionate about the work you do, and the difference it makes in the world. We are ready for you!

WSP is initiating a search for a Senior Paving Construction Inspector to help oversee multiple types of urban and rural pavement rehabilitation or preservation projects with construction values ranging from $1-$25 million. This position can be based out of Portland, Augusta or Eliot, ME, or Merrimack, NH. The inspector will oversee various work elements including asphalt shimming, milling, reclaiming, filling, compacting, drainage improvements, striping and other incidental items. The inspector will report to the Resident Engineer, and may routinely, or periodically act as their representative, depending on experience.

Your Impact

• Interfacing with contactors and attending meetings.
• Mentoring or supervising other inspectors, on behalf of resident engineer, or project manager.
• Complete daily reports, measure and calculate unit price quantities.
• Coordinate independent material sampling and testing.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic.
• Take and compile photographs, for tracking of daily progress.
  

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 9 years applicable experience
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, design plans and specifications.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• 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.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or related field.
• NETTCP HMA certifications, or ability to attain within 3-months of hiring.
• Average proficiency with MS WORD Suite.
• Hands-on experience with construction management software such as Site or Field Manager, APPIA, Procore, IPD or similar systems. Knowledge of Bluebeam.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Any combination of college education, professional licenses, certifications and experience will be considered.