Substation Civil Inspector

EDM International, Inc. • Fort Collins, CO

4d • $40 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The Civil Inspector provides on-site quality assurance and construction oversight for the civil construction, primarily of electrical substations. This role focuses on earthwork, grading, excavation, foundations, drainage, roads, underground utilities, and site development to ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with project plans, specifications, and client requirements.

Requirements

• Five (5) or more years of construction inspection experience on utility, heavy civil, industrial, transportation, renewable energy, or substation projects.
• Experience with grading, excavation, concrete, foundations, earthwork, drainage, underground utilities, or site development.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with construction testing and quality assurance practices.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and construction management software (Procore or similar).
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.

Nice To Haves

• Previous substation construction experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with mobile field applications (ArcGIS Field Maps, Fulcrum, Survey123, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect civil construction activities including grading, excavation, backfill, compaction, drainage, access roads, underground utilities, and crushed rock installation.
• Observe drilled piers, reinforcing steel, concrete placement, foundations, anchor bolts, and underground infrastructure.
• Verify contractor work complies with project drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Prepare daily inspection reports documenting progress, testing, quantities, weather, and field observations.
• Identify deficiencies, safety concerns, and non-conforming work while tracking corrective actions.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, project managers, testing agencies, and client representatives.
• Maintain inspection records, permits, testing documentation, and as-built information.
• Promote a safe work environment and support project safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed