Senior Paving Construction Inspector

WSP in the U.S.; Waterbury (VT); On-site; USD 73,100 - 144,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings

Paid time off for various reasons

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Paving Construction Inspector based in Waterbury, Vermont, to manage multiple pavement rehabilitation projects valued between $1 to $25 million.

This role involves overseeing work elements such as asphalt shimming, milling, and compacting, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and mentoring junior inspectors. Candidates should have at least 9 years of experience and a High School Diploma, with preference for an Associate degree in a relevant field.

Competitive benefits and salary range from $73,100 to $144,800 are included.

Qualifications

• 9 years applicable experience in construction inspection.
• Ability to interpret plans and specifications.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple pavement rehabilitation projects.
• Complete daily reports and manage unit price quantities.
• Monitor traffic maintenance during operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Construction management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Construction management software (e.g., Site Manager, Procore)

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

WSP is one of the globe's leading engineering firms. We are 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 Waterbury, VT.

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 contractors and attending meetings.
• Mentoring or supervising other inspectors on behalf of the resident engineer or project manager.
• Completing daily reports, measuring and calculating unit price quantities.
• Coordinating independent material sampling and testing.
• Monitoring maintenance of traffic.
• Taking and compiling photographs for tracking daily progress.

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.
• 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 adherence 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.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $73,100 – $144,800. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Notice to Third‑Party Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.