Senior Soils & Grading Inspector

GeoTek; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle reimbursement

Job summary

GeoTek is seeking a Senior GB/GA Grading Inspector to perform advanced grading, soils testing, and site observations on active construction projects in the Las Vegas area. You will assess field conditions, report findings, and ensure work aligns with approved plans, geotechnical reports, and codes.

The role requires reviewing plans, maintaining detailed inspection records, and coordinating with project teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of progressive experience and GA grading/earthwork/soils inspection or related field work preferred.
• Demonstrated experience independently performing grading/soils observations and field testing.
• Strong understanding of soil compaction, fill placement, site preparation, earthwork, and construction grading operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and accurate field reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform GB & GA-level grading and soils inspections on residential, commercial, and other construction projects in accordance with approved project requirements and applicable jurisdictional requirements.
• Observe and evaluate mass grading, excavation, site preparation, fill placement, moisture conditioning, compaction, utility trench backfill, paving subgrade, and other earthwork operations for compliance with project requirements.
• Perform and evaluate field density and compaction testing associated with grading and earthwork operations and accurately document test locations, elevations, soil conditions, results, and related construction activities.
• Perform proof-roll observations and evaluate exposed subgrade and fill areas for conditions requiring additional evaluation or corrective action.
• Review and interpret approved grading plans, civil plans, project specifications, geotechnical reports, details, and applicable project documents to determine grading and soils inspection requirements.
• Monitor grading operations and contractor activities to verify that fill placement, lift thickness, moisture conditioning, compaction, and earthwork preparation are being performed in accordance with applicable project requirements.
• Identify and document unsuitable soil conditions, improper fill placement, failed compaction results, undocumented fill, or other grading-related discrepancies encountered during inspection.
• Communicate grading deficiencies, unexpected soil conditions, failed testing, and other significant project conditions to the Project Manager or appropriate project representative for evaluation and direction.
• Coordinate with contractors and project representatives regarding grading activities, areas ready for inspection/testing, corrective work, retesting, and project-specific inspection requirements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate inspection documentation identifying work observed, grading activities performed, testing completed, results obtained, areas accepted or requiring additional work, and significant site conditions.
• Evaluate field testing and inspection information for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting reports and promptly communicate significant findings to the Project Manager.
• Apply experience and technical judgment to recognize grading or soils conditions that differ from approved plans, specifications, geotechnical recommendations, or anticipated site conditions and elevate those conditions for engineering review when appropriate.
• Maintain working knowledge of grading and soils inspection requirements, applicable testing procedures, project specifications, and Clark County requirements associated with GA and GB grading inspections.
• Serve as an experienced resource for less experienced inspectors and technicians by providing guidance on grading inspection practices, interpretation of project requirements, soils testing, documentation, and proper field procedures.
• Maintain professional communication with Project Managers, contractors, clients, and project representatives regarding inspection status, grading activities, testing results, deficiencies, and project conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Field inspections

Soil testing

Report writing

Strong communication

Reading plans/specs

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science related field

ICC Soils Certification (nice to have)

Job description

GeoTek is seeking a Senior GB/GA Grading Inspector to perform advanced grading, soils testing, and site observations on active construction projects in the Las Vegas area. You will assess field conditions, report findings, and ensure work aligns with approved plans, geotechnical reports, and codes.

The role requires reviewing plans, maintaining detailed inspection records, and coordinating with project teams.