Construction Inspector I

About the role

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of construction projects monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings and project specifications.
• Inspect structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, etc., including 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.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• 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.
• Draft inspection reports for review by senior inspector and/or Project Managers.
• May assist more senior inspectors on projects.
• Maintain equipment and calibration.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2-4 years’ experience as an Engineering Technician or other applicable experience.
• One or more certifications in the following areas:
• NICET Level II certification in Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Soils).
• NICET Level II certification in Geotechnical (Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist).
• ICC certification (Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding).
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification (Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT)).
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Education reimbursement
• Variety of bonus programs