Construction Inspector - Aviation

About the role

The Construction Inspector will support ongoing projects in Baltimore, inspecting and documenting construction activities associated with airport airside and landside infrastructure projects. This role focuses on heavy civil, pavement, and airfield improvements, ensuring work complies with construction plans, specifications, FAA requirements, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field inspections of airport construction projects, emphasizing pavements, earthwork, grading, drainage, and utility installations
• Verify construction activities comply with contract plans, technical specifications, FAA Advisory Circulars, and applicable codes and standards
• Inspect placement, testing, and finishing of asphalt and concrete pavements, including subgrade, base courses, mix designs, joints, and surface tolerances
• Monitor contractor compliance with approved work schedules, phasing plans, and airport operational constraints
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, airport operations, and quality assurance personnel
• Review and document materials testing results (density, concrete strength, asphalt compaction, etc.) and verify corrective actions when required
• Prepare detailed daily inspection reports, field notes, quantity measurements, and photo documentation
• Track quantities for pay applications and assist with verification of progress payments
• Observe and report on construction safety, including airfield safety, MOT/ATSSA requirements, and FAA safety protocols
• Identify non-conforming work and assist with issue resolution and documentation of corrective actions
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, progress meetings, and field walk-throughs
• Support project closeout activities, including punch lists and final inspections
• Willingness to work as needed to satisfy project requirements (i.e., some nights, weekends, extended shifts, etc.)

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required, Associate’s Degree in Construction Technology or similar field preferred
• 5+ years of airfield inspection, airfield construction, or closely related experience
• Working knowledge of FAA airport construction standards, pavement construction methods, and materials testing
• Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to pass a background check along with valid state driver’s license

Qualifications

• Pass a background check
• Valid state driver’s license

Skills

• Construction drawing interpretation
• Contractor coordination
• Quality control
• Inspection techniques
• Project management
• Communication skills
• Safety protocols

Benefits

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

Pay

The approximate compensation range for this position is $73,218 - $115,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Schedule

Compensation details provided above.

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. We Make a Difference.

Why Choose Us

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.