Construction Inspector I

About the Role

Construction Inspectors spend the majority of their time working on projects performing construction-related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience. The role involves daily inspection of construction projects to monitor quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings, and project specifications. Inspections may span multiple disciplines or focus on a specific area of expertise, such as structural steel, concrete, masonry, or fireproofing. Inspection activities include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with plans and specifications.

Inspectors prepare detailed inspection reports, document observations, and test materials. They communicate findings to engineers or project managers and collaborate on solutions to potential issues while adhering to strict safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and specified procedures.
• Reads and interprets construction drawings and specifications.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
• Drafts inspection reports for review by senior inspectors and/or Project Managers.
• May assist more senior inspectors on projects.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Drives a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.
• Follows safety rules and practices, performs pre-task planning, and reports any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience as an Engineering Technician or other applicable experience.
• 1 year of experience in construction inspection preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Qualifications

Successful completion of related internal safety certifications. At least 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)).
• Other national, regional, state, and local materials-related certifications requiring experience and written examination (considered if deemed appropriate by the Terracon Department Manager).
• ACI certification in one or more of the following areas:
  • Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
  • Concrete Strength Testing Technician
  Note: ACI certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT, or UT certification(s) have been obtained and concrete field/laboratory testing is not required.
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation. Note: Nuclear Density Gauge operation certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT, or UT certification(s) have been obtained and soils testing is not required.