Sr. Construction Inspector-Roadway/Pavement

Accura Engineering & Consulting, Inc.; Anchorage, Seattle (AK, WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction engineering is seeking a Sr. Construction Inspector for roadway and pavement projects in Anchorage, AK. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards on airfield construction projects. Required qualifications include extensive inspection experience and relevant certifications, with a competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of construction inspection experience.
• Paving Inspector Certification from the Asphalt Institute required within 30 days of start.
• Experience with Federal Construction projects, especially US Army Corps of Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect airfield runway construction improvements for quality compliance.
• Maintain detailed daily QA reports and assist with RFIs and change orders.
• Review design documents and contractor progress thoroughly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Quality Assurance Inspections

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate Degree or Technical Training Degree

Bachelor of Science Degree

Tools

Resident Management System (RMS 3.0)

Job description

Position: Sr. Construction Inspector - Roadway/Pavement

Location: Seattle, WA

Job Id: 49678

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Sr. Construction Inspector – Roadway/Pavement

Work Location: Anchorage, AK

Salary: Based on experience and discussed during interview

Requirements: Must be a US Citizen, pass a federal background review, and drug screen

Responsibilities:

1. Inspect airfield runway construction improvements and pavement resurfacing to ensure workmanship adherence to contract, plans, and specifications.
2. Perform and support a three-phase inspection system.
3. Provide detailed daily QA reports documenting on-site activities.
4. Review and analyze construction contractor progress.
5. Ensure safety compliance with EM 385-1-1 and OSHA standards.
6. Review design documents, log comments, and verify as-built drawings.
7. Review and validate contractor payment requests.
8. Review daily reports and verify project schedule activities.
9. Maintain an Inspector's Site Inspection Report.
10. Assist with RFIs, modifications, and change orders.
11. Participate in pre-final and final inspections, prepare punch-lists, and ensure correction of all punch list items prior to final payment.

Experience/Education:

1. High School diploma or GED with at least 7 years of construction inspection experience, preferably on airfield runway improvements, roadways, or pavement resurfacing.
2. Or, an Associate Degree or Technical Training Degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
3. Or, a Bachelor of Science Degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
4. Paving Inspector Certification from the Asphalt Institute required within 30 days of start.
5. Experience with Resident Management System (RMS 3.0) preferred.
6. Experience enforcing EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and safety standards.
7. Proven experience in quality assurance inspections, submittal reviews, verifying contractor pay requests, and daily reporting.
8. Experience with Federal Construction projects, especially US Army Corps of Engineers, preferred.
9. Professional presentation, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail required.

Additional Notes: QARs may work in remote locations with extreme environmental conditions (heat or cold).

Applicants may need to submit additional information if selected for federal contracts. Be prepared to respond promptly.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic. E-Verify is used in hiring practices. www.dhs.gov/everify