Construction Inspector II -North Carolina

About the role

The Construction Inspector II is responsible for working with others to inspect construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors construct improvements in accordance with plans and specifications. This role is typically more responsible to a more senior inspector and a licensed professional engineer who has full authority for final approval of all engineering-related work.

Responsibilities

• Provides recommendations to client regarding work progress and challenges encountered.
• Under the review and direction of Project Manager, perform field inspection and oversight of construction activities.
• Maintains daily reports of inspection work along with detail records of project progress.
• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to read and interpret plans, specifications and applicable standards.
• Review contract documents to verify compliance with governmental regulations and conformance with project requirements.
• Aid in coordinating materials sampling and testing and verifying sufficient testing has been performed.
• Verify accuracy of payment requests and invoicing for completed work.
• Able and willing to work day or night shifts and/or flexible schedules as required to support the project requirements.
• Able to accept assignments requiring extended travel to project perform inspection tasks, to attend preconstruction meetings, project progress meetings, etc.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals.

Requirements

• NCDOT construction inspection and procedures experience.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors’ staff and effectively communicate with all parties.
• Able to measure and/or quantify any pay items in the field and perform the necessary mathematic calculations.
• Able and willing to work weekends required.
• Field testing certifications through NCDOT and/or ACI is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) for transportation projects as described herein.
• Direct field experience as a Contractor or materials-testing technician can substitute for Construction Inspection experience on a case-by-case basis.
• Familiarity with Share-Plus software and familiarity with the use of an iPad is preferred.
• Experience with Primavera and Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other scheduling software preferred.
• Must have functional computer skills to include Microsoft Word, proficient at emailing and Excel.
• Must have the ability to complete inspector certification courses. Examples include NCDOT classes in hot-mix asphalt and ACI & NCDOT concrete sampling and testing. NCDOT Erosion Control certification Level II.

Skills

• Highly motivated and works well with minimal supervision.
• Thorough knowledge of NCDOT specifications and standards with ability and willingness to study and advance relevant knowledge outside of work.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being.
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families.
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program.
• Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks.
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms.