Construction Inspector

About the role

Stantec's Construction Support Services (CSS) Program is expanding its presence in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and Georgia, serving top-tier clients. This role involves monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with design and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Stantec’s on-site site safety representative, maintaining a safe working environment through safety briefings, observations, and walkdowns.
• Act as the liaison between the engineer and the contractor, interacting with various stakeholders.
• Oversee and/or perform required testing, maintaining documentation according to project documents.
• Track construction progress, document issues and resolutions, and communicate discrepancies to the design team and client.
• Maintain detailed records and reports for inclusion in progress reports and record drawings.
• Attend project field meetings and manage construction quality oversight.

Requirements

• Understanding of HSSE policies and procedures, including client-specific training.
• Experience with field construction activities and construction quality management.
• Certifications related to the position: ACI Level 1 Field Concrete Technician, NICET Level III/IV Soils, Geosynthetics Certification Institute’s Inspector Certification Program.
• Previous experience in heavy earthwork, cast-in-place/concrete structures, geosynthetic liner systems, fusion welded HDPE pipe, pump stations, force mains, asphalt/concrete pavement, below-grade utility piping, and materials testing.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Proficiency with desktop office software and familiarity with codes/design requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with secondary education in related fields preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience, with preference for experience in heavy earthwork, cast-in-place/concrete structures, geosynthetic liner systems, fusion welded HDPE pipe, pump stations, force mains, asphalt/concrete pavement, below-grade utility piping, and materials testing.

Skills

• Construction observation and inspection experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Ability to travel extensively within the region with overnight stays and work weekends.

Benefits

Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and AD&D insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.