Special Inspector II

UES, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, Inc. in Arizona seeks a Special Inspector II to ensure quality, safety and compliance on complex construction projects. You will perform specialized field inspections, collaborate with engineers and contractors, and help deliver projects to high standards.

This role offers independent field work on commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects while expanding certifications and technical expertise with a nationally recognized leader in the built environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or welding certificate preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in field inspections or materials testing.
• Industry certifications strongly preferred (e.g., ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician, ICC certifications).
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, standards, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized inspections on high-impact construction projects throughout Arizona.
• Partner with engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure quality, compliance, and project success.
• Apply your expertise in building codes, specifications, and industry standards to solve field challenges.
• Deliver accurate inspection findings that support critical construction decisions.
• Mentor and support developing inspectors while strengthening team capabilities.
• Expand your technical knowledge through diverse projects, advanced certifications, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician

ICC certifications

Job description

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

As a Special Inspector II, you'll play a key role in ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of complex construction projects across Arizona. Leveraging your inspection experience and industry certifications, you'll perform specialized field inspections, collaborate with engineers and contractors, and help deliver projects that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

This is an opportunity to work independently on diverse commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects while continuing to expand your technical expertise, certifications, and career growth within a nationally recognized leader in the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized inspections on high-impact construction projects throughout Arizona.
• Partner with engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure quality, compliance, and project success.
• Apply your expertise in building codes, specifications, and industry standards to solve field challenges.
• Deliver accurate inspection findings that support critical construction decisions.
• Mentor and support developing inspectors while strengthening team capabilities.
• Expand your technical knowledge through diverse projects, advanced certifications, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or welding certificate preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in field inspections or materials testing.
• Industry certifications strongly preferred (e.g., ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician, ICC certifications).
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, standards, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• A self-starter who thrives in the field and works confidently with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and technical excellence.
• Effective communicator who builds credibility with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Problem-solver who can apply codes, standards, and practical judgment in dynamic construction environments.
• Motivated to continue developing expertise through advanced certifications and industry training.

Travel Requirements

This position requires moderate travel, approximately up to 40% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:
  • Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
  • Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
  • Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.
• The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:
  • Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
  • Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
  • Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
  • Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
  • Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here.