Construction Inspector

WSP • Raleigh, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is hiring a full-time Construction Inspector for its Raleigh, North Carolina office. The position supports roadway and/or bridge projects as part of the Construction Management Team, helping the organization meet client objectives and address project challenges. The inspector examines construction plans, schedules, and quantities; assists senior project inspectors with inspection, surveying, and materials testing activities; verifies safe and specification-compliant work; and performs field testing and data-processing assignments. The role may require schedules extending beyond a typical workweek and occasional project-related travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Three years of road and bridge construction inspection and testing experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Engineering Interns (EI) may be eligible without experience.
• Ability to attain the following certifications within approximately 90 days, or as class scheduling allows: NCDOT Concrete Field Technician, NCDOT Conventional Density, Level II Erosion & Sediment Control/Storm Water, NCDOT QMS Roadway Technician, and NCDOT ABC and Borrow Pit Sampling.
• Ability to keep accurate records and compute field data.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• General awareness of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
• General awareness of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas professionally to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Effective self-leadership, attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques and perform multiple tasks, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under supervision and as part of a team.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools; basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform physical activities required for testing and inspection, including squatting, bending, lifting, climbing, and traversing difficult terrain.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in a closely related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Examine and interpret construction plans, schedules, and quantities.
• Support senior project inspectors in construction inspection, surveying, and material sampling and testing.
• Verify that work is performed safely and in accordance with project plans and specifications.
• Perform standardized and non-standardized tests and assignments involving compiling, analyzing, computing, editing, and processing field data.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED