Construction Civil Inspector

Kba•Bellevue, WA

About The Position

KBA, Inc. is seeking a Civil Construction Inspector to support technically challenging construction projects, including roads, bridges and highways, transit, water and wastewater, buildings, land development, and port facilities. The inspector observes and monitors construction work, verifies compliance with contract documents and applicable agency requirements, supports safe work practices, and helps resolve project issues in coordination with clients, contractors, and the engineer of record. The role requires attention to detail, resourcefulness, effective communication, and the ability to work independently while building productive relationships with agency staff and project stakeholders. The position involves field work at construction sites as well as workstation tasks such as data entry. KBA describes itself as a 100% employee-owned company and highlights its commitment to professional growth, inclusion, and employee well-being.

Requirements

High school degree and relevant, progressive work experience.
Ability to perform mathematics sufficient for volumetric calculations and basic surveying.
Understanding of construction methods, including standards, equipment, methods, and safety considerations.
Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients, contractors, coworkers, and management.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Authorization to work in the United States now and in the future without employer sponsorship.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, such as boxes of records.
Ability to sit at a workstation and perform data entry.
Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders, and navigate uneven terrain at construction worksites for up to 10 hours a day.

Nice To Haves

A.A. degree or certificate in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management.
APWA CPII certification.
CPESC certification.
Knowledge of WSDOT Standard Specifications.
Knowledge and experience working with the Materials Section of the WSDOT Construction Manual.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and SharePoint, and mobile devices such as iPad.

Responsibilities

Perform daily observations of contractor activities and complete Inspectors Daily Reports.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local agency construction administration policies.
Promote a safety culture on the project site.
Inspect, monitor, and oversee construction field work to ensure conformance with plans and specifications.
Read and interpret applicable contract documents and confirm compliance.
Perform or oversee on-site material testing.
Review plans and specifications to determine material quantity and quality requirements.
Track item quantities and prepare pay estimates; ensure procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.
Initiate field changes to drawings and specifications and identify document discrepancies or conflicts.
Review contractors’ daily construction reports for accuracy, thoroughness, and consistency.
Consult on work progress and construction problems, proactively recommend solutions, assist with issue resolution, and liaise with the engineer of record.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage, with medical and wellness benefits described as 100% employer-paid for employees and dependent coverage subsidies.
Company contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA).
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Voluntary AFLAC Personal Cancer Indemnity Plan.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Paid time off.
Paid personal leave.
Company-observed holidays.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
401(k) plan.
Term life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
Short-term disability.
Long-term disability.
Identity theft protection.
Voluntary guaranteed-issue supplemental life and AD&D.
Supplemental long-term care.
Company events, including quarterly safety meetings, a summer picnic, a company campout, a winter banquet, and team-building activities.
Community projects.
Professional development support, including professional registrations, licenses, certifications, memberships in professional and technical societies, and training and education assistance.