Construction Inspector

About the Role

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking three Construction Inspectors to join our Construction Inspection Team in Ridgeland, SC and play a hands‑on role in observing, documenting, and verifying the quality of infrastructure projects that communities rely on every day. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your technical expertise while working closely with project teams, contractors, and clients in the field.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document construction activities to ensure compliance with contract documents, plans, specifications, and approved submittals
• Verify quality of completed work through field measurements, computations, and monitoring of contractor quality control efforts
• Identify nonconforming work and support evaluation of corrective actions to ensure acceptability
• Review contractor payment applications, change orders, and quantities of completed work to support progress payments
• Coordinate with owners, contractors, and project teams while maintaining clear reports and accurate project records

Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associate's degree in Engineering Science, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of related construction observation experience required
• SCDOT certification in asphalt and earthwork preferred
• Knowledge of construction techniques and ability to comprehend construction documents
• Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating effectively with project teams and assisting senior team members with complex projects
• Strong communication and mathematics skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Valid driver's license required; extensive travel may be required

Benefits

• Make a measurable impact by ensuring high‑quality, safe, and sustainable construction
• Grow your career in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment committed to excellence

Pay

Salary Range: $29.00 - $33.00. Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.