Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

WSP; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Senior Construction Inspector for its Detroit, Michigan office (with Lansing as another location). You will be involved in projects with our Construction Management Team, ensuring adherence to design standards and client objectives.

You will collect, analyze site data, review plans and specifications, write comprehensive reports, and guide inspection staff. Strong communication, safety, and technical writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 11 years of post-education experience in construction inspection.
• Advanced knowledge of construction inspection principles, field practices, methods and techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform documentation for MDOT and other DOT and municipal projects.
• Collect, compile, and analyze data from the site, plans, drawings, and reports.
• Provide guidance on inspection, construction, and functioning per design specifications.
• Conduct initial and follow-up inspections; provide written and oral feedback.
• Verify load calculations, change orders, and interpretation of plans and specs.
• Monitor phasing plans and contractor work for quality and contract compliance.
• Lead tasks and inspection staff when needed and coordinate field work.
• Attend pre-construction meetings and answer contractor questions.
• Prepare payments calculations for contractors.
• Write technical reports with photos, sketches, and calculations.

Skills

Experience 11+ yrs

Inspection principles

Communication skills

Self-leadership

Technical writing

Office software

Spreadsheets

Math skills

Critical thinking

Safety compliance

Tools

MDOT/Inspection standards

Job description

WSP is seeking a Full-Time Senior Construction Inspector for its Detroit, Michigan office (with Lansing as another location). You will be involved in projects with our Construction Management Team, ensuring adherence to design standards and client objectives.

You will collect, analyze site data, review plans and specifications, write comprehensive reports, and guide inspection staff. Strong communication, safety, and technical writing skills are essential.