QA Civil Inspector – Airfield Infrastructure / Electrical

About the role

CMTS is seeking a highly motivated QA Civil Inspector – Airfield Infrastructure / Electrical to support aviation infrastructure projects in Tampa, FL.

Responsibilities

• Perform QA inspections for aviation and airfield infrastructure construction projects to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, FAA requirements, and quality standards.
• Conduct field inspections and monitor contractor activities associated with runway, taxiway, apron, utility, drainage, and paving construction operations.
• Inspect grading, excavation, earthwork, concrete paving, asphalt paving, and underground utility installations.
• Monitor installation of airfield electrical systems including conduit, duct banks, runway lighting, taxiway lighting, signage, and related infrastructure.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, schedules, and testing reports related to QA/QC activities.
• Cookordination with contractors, construction managers, engineers, testing laboratories, airport operations, and project stakeholders regarding quality and compliance issues.
• Document inspection activities, field observations, deficiencies, corrective actions, and non-conformance items through written reports and digital reporting systems.
• Verify corrective actions and conduct follow-up inspections to confirm compliance with project requirements.
• Maintain organized inspection reports, testing documentation, photographs, and quality records.
• Support operational coordination and construction sequencing in active airport environments.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with project stakeholders and airport personnel.

Requirements

• 7–15 years of QA/QC inspection or civil construction inspection experience supporting aviation or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience with runway and taxiway construction projects.
• Experience inspecting grading, excavation, drainage systems, utility installations, concrete paving, and asphalt paving operations.
• Knowledge of FAA airfield construction standards and advisory circulars.
• Experience with airfield electrical systems including runway lighting, taxiway lighting, conduit systems, duct banks, signage, vault systems, and navigational aid infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, schedules, testing reports, and technical documents.
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety regulations and active airfield operational safety requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to work in active airfield operational environments and coordinate with airport stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• NICET ACI FAA Airfield Electrical Inspections certification preferred.
• ICC certification preferred.