Construction Inspector/Field Clerk

QRSE LLC • Honolulu, HI

5h • $19 - $25

About The Position

QRSE, LLC is seeking an experienced Construction Inspector to support construction projects through inspections at active construction sites, material testing, and documentation of equipment, quantities, and construction activities at various stages of construction. The inspector ensures work complies with approved plans, specifications, contracts, RFIs, daily reporting, and standard methods of work. The position requires independent field work and effective collaboration with project teams, contractors, and internal staff.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, timeliness, and clear communication. Professional growth and advancement are based on demonstrated competency, certifications, and leadership capabilities. The position follows a Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule, with overnight work as needed. Work involves daily reporting to worksites and outdoor exposure to weather, noise, and hazards. Physical demands include standing, walking, climbing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees are expected to use appropriate PPE and be eager to learn and integrate new technology, AI tools, and innovative solutions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and legal ability to drive.
• Able to report daily to worksites and work with exposure to weather, noise, and hazards.
• Work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with overnight work as needed.
• Able to stand, walk, climb, sit, stoop, kneel, crawl, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions while using appropriate PPE.
• Eager to learn and integrate new technology, AI tools, and innovative solutions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree, with Engineering highly preferred.
• Prior experience on transportation or public infrastructure projects.
• Construction inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction inspections, material sampling, and testing, primarily during the construction phase of projects.
• Verify that materials, quantities, and workmanship comply with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Accurately and thoroughly document daily construction activities, inspections, and test results.
• Prepare detailed daily inspection reports documenting labor and equipment, weather, traffic control setup and timing, completed activities by bid item number, non-conformances and corrective actions, photos, safety observations, contractor quality control, and applicable field testing, special inspections, disputes, and force account work.
• Coordinate and oversee Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) material testing.
• Support engineering staff with coordination on RFIs, submittals, change orders, and as-built documentation.
• Identify potential issues and recommend improvements to construction processes.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and stop work when major safety or contractual violations occur.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, including dependents.
• 401(k) with company match (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%).
• Professional development, education, and certification reimbursement.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Discounted perks, including pet insurance, travel, entertainment, and disability coverage.
• Competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

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