Certified Welding Inspector

About the role

Construction Inspectors spend the majority of their time working on projects performing construction related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of construction projects monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings and project specifications.
• Inspections may cross multiple inspection disciplines or within a specified area of expertise including structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, etc.
• Inspection may include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with the plans and specifications.
• Prepare inspection reports and provide written documentation of observations and testing of materials.
• Communicate findings to engineer or project manager and when requested collaborate with the project team on solutions to potential issues.
• Adhere to strict safety standards.
• Perform testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures to determine if work is done according to contract specifications.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance.
• Perform basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicate information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
• May interact with client and other site personnel to provide input on appropriate resolution of findings.
• May assist Project Manager in development of scope for testing and inspection services.
• Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.
• Maintain equipment operation and calibration.
• Lead, provide direction and may coordinate activities of lower level inspectors.
• Perform advanced fieldwork and assists with project management.
• Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.
• Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Perform pre-task planning prior to executing work.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.
• Minimum 2‑4 years’ experience in construction inspection.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Required Certification: American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• Required Certification: American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification: Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
• Preferred Certification(s): ICC certification in the following categories: Structural Steel – Bolting; Structural Steel - Welding.
• Preferred Certification(s): ASNT Level II certification: Visual Testing (VT); Magnetic Particle Testing (MT); Dye Penetrant Testing (PT); Radiographic Testing (RT).