Senior Construction Inspector

General Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspection of construction projects, monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings, and project specifications.
• Conduct inspections across multiple disciplines or within a specified area of expertise such as structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, etc.
• Perform visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with plans and specifications.
• Prepare inspection reports and provide written documentation of observations and testing of materials.
• Communicate findings to engineers or project managers and collaborate on solutions to potential issues when requested.
• Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform testing, observation, and inspection as directed, following training and specified procedures to ensure work meets contract specifications.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance.
• Conduct basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communicating and submitting to the Project Manager.
• Communicate information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed.
• Interact with clients and site personnel to provide input on appropriate resolution of findings.
• Assist the Project Manager in developing scope 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 may coordinate activities of lower‑level inspectors; perform advanced fieldwork and assist with project management.
• Follow safety rules, practices, and other safety requirements for all projects; perform pre‑task planning prior to executing work.
• Report any 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.

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• At least four certifications in the following areas:
  • NICET Level III certification in Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Soils).
  • NICET Level III 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).
  • ICC Master of Special Inspection.
  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
  • American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level III certification (Visual Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Dye Penetrant Testing, Radiographic Testing, Ultrasonic Testing).
• Other national, regional, state, and local materials‑related certifications requiring experience and written examination will be 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
  (ACI certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, or other listed certifications have been obtained and concrete field/laboratory testing is not required for the job level.)
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation** (certification not required if AWS CWI, ASNT Level II, or other listed certifications have been obtained and soils testing is not required).