CWI/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. They monitor quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings, and project specifications. Inspections may cross multiple disciplines or focus on a specific area of expertise, including structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, etc. Inspection activities include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and specified procedures.
• 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 the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
• Draft inspection reports for review by senior inspectors and/or Project Managers.
• Assist more senior inspectors on projects as needed.
• Maintain equipment and calibration.
• Follow safety rules and practices, including pre-task planning prior to executing work.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be 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.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

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 may also be considered.
• ACI certification* in one or more of the following areas:
  • Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
  • Concrete Strength Testing Technician

  *ACI certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, VT, MT, PT, RT, or UT certification(s) have been obtained and concrete field and laboratory testing is not required.

• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation**.

**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.