Senior Paving Construction Inspector

WSP in the U.S.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking 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'll report to the Resident Engineer and may act as their representative with growing experience.

You will interface with contractors, mentor inspectors, complete daily reports, coordinate sampling and testing, monitor traffic, and document progress with daily photos.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 9 years applicable construction inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, design plans, and specifications.
• Valid driver’s license and commitment to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Interfacing with contractors and attending meetings.
• Mentoring or supervising other inspectors as needed.
• Complete daily reports and calculate unit price quantities.
• Coordinate material sampling and testing.
• Monitor maintenance of traffic.
• Capture daily progress photographs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Read shop drawings

Read design plans

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Ethical decision-making

Education

Associate of Science in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Site or Field Manager

APPIA

Procore

IPD

Bluebeam

MS Word Suite

Job description

Job Description

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!

This Opportunity

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.

About WSP

ABOUT US

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.