Senior Construction Inspector

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of construction projects, monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings, and project specifications.
• Conduct inspections across multiple disciplines (e.g., structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing) or within a specified area of expertise.
• Execute visual/physical inspections and field testing to verify conformance with plans and specifications.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and document observations, testing results, and non‑conformances.
• Communicate findings to engineers, project managers, and, when requested, collaborate with the project team on solutions to potential issues.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Perform basic data analysis to verify accuracy before submission to the Project Manager.
• Interact with clients and site personnel to provide input on appropriate resolution of findings.
• Assist Project Managers in developing scopes for testing and inspection services.
• Coordinate pre‑dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers.
• Maintain equipment operation and calibration.
• Lead, provide direction, and coordinate activities of lower‑level inspectors; perform advanced fieldwork and assist with project management.
• Follow all safety rules, practices, and pre‑task planning requirements; report safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred.
• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in construction inspection.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

Qualifications

• At least four certifications in any of the following areas:
  • NICET Level III – Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Soils)
  • NICET Level III – Geotechnical (Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist)
  • ICC certifications (Reinforced Concrete, Spray‑applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post‑Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding)
  • ICC Master of Special Inspection
  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
  • American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level III (Visual Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Dye Penetrant Testing, Radiographic Testing, Ultrasonic Testing)
• Additional national, regional, state, or local materials‑related certifications may be considered if appropriate.
• ACI certification (e.g., Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, Concrete Strength Testing Technician) – not required if AWS CWI or ASNT Level II/III certifications are held and concrete testing is not required for the role.
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation – not required if AWS CWI or ASNT Level II/III certifications are held and soils testing is not required for the role.