Construction Inspector

About the role

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators, and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

Michael Baker is actively seeking Construction Inspectors to support infrastructure projects for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in San Diego. The Inspectors will be responsible for ensuring construction work complies with project specifications, applicable codes, and safety standards. This role requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a commitment to quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Document field observations, materials, and workmanship through detailed reports and photographs.
• Identify and communicate deficiencies or non-compliance issues to project managers and contractors.
• Monitor safety practices and report any violations or concerns.
• Track construction progress and assist with quantity verification for pay applications.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local construction standards.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant work experience; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3 years of construction oversight experience including surveillance, monitoring, and controlling construction of all types (horizontal construction preferred), to ensure compliance with contract documents and proper construction materials and techniques.
• Experience reviewing construction technical data for progress reports, preparing data for processing of pay estimates for construction projects, and enforcing construction industry and safety standards on construction projects.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a government background check, required.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and quality control standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• OSHA 10 certification, Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP), Construction Quality Management (CQM) OR EM 385-1-1, preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits

Pay

The approximate compensation range for this position is $30/hr to $45/hr. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Additional Information

• Transportation: Fleet vehicle and gas card provided for work-related travel.
• Work Environment: Primarily field-based with exposure to outdoor conditions and active construction sites.

About Us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction, and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation, and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration, and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable, and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.