Construction Inspector

Luster National•Columbia, WA

About The Position

Luster is building a talent pool of Construction Inspectors at various skill levels for future openings supporting large, complex transit capital programs. Projects may include light rail and bus corridors, stations, tunnels, elevated guideway, trackwork, and rail systems delivered through traditional and alternative delivery methods. Inspectors verify that installed work conforms to contract documents, submittals, requests for information, and applicable codes and design standards, and maintain daily field records used to document quantities, changes, and claims. Core inspection disciplines include civil and structural, building, electrical, mechanical, utility, and roofing inspection, as well as safety and security representation. This posting is for future roles rather than a currently available opportunity. Selected candidates may have their profiles activated in the specialty talent pool and be notified first when a project need arises. The position requires a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience, active OSHA-30 certification, and at least five years of construction inspection experience on large, complex heavy-civil infrastructure projects exceeding $500 million. Candidates must have experience in at least one listed inspection discipline or documented service as a safety and security representative, and experience with field reporting, quantity records, and nonconformance documentation on publicly funded projects. The role also requires the ability to interpret construction documents, use industry-standard field reporting and construction management software, and complete required site safety orientation and background screening. The expected salary range is $75,000–$135,000 per year ($36–$65 per hour), with compensation depending on factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, licenses, and geographic location. The posting describes a broad benefits package, including flexible time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, insurance coverage, retirement contributions, professional development, wellness resources, and other employee programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering technology, civil engineering, construction engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Active OSHA-30 certification.
At least 5 years of construction inspection experience on large (over $500 million), complex heavy-civil infrastructure projects.
Inspection experience in at least one core discipline—civil and structural, building, electrical, mechanical, utility, or roofing—or documented service as a safety and security representative.
Experience preparing daily inspection reports, quantity records, and nonconformance documentation on publicly funded projects.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings, and working knowledge of submittal and request for information processes.
Ability to pass a background check and complete the project site safety orientation before performing work onsite.
Experience with industry-standard electronic field reporting and construction management software, such as Unifier, Kahua, e-Builder, Procore, or Bluebeam.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365, including tools such as Outlook, Teams, Word, and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships.
Curiosity, problem-solving ability, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in construction management, engineering technology, or civil engineering.
Active professional certifications such as ICC certifications, ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, CWI (AWS), NICET, DOT qualifications, first aid and CPR, and/or traffic control flagger.
Inspection experience on light rail, commuter rail, or bus rapid transit capital programs.
Experience inspecting multiple disciplines on the same program.
Experience inspecting within an active rail or transit operating environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle Cloud Analytics, or other dashboard KPI reporting software.

Responsibilities

Inspect construction activities for conformance with contract documents, submittals, requests for information, approved shop drawings, and applicable codes and design standards.
Prepare accurate, legible daily inspection reports documenting contractor labor, equipment, materials, installed quantities, weather, delays, safety observations, and work locations.
Identify nonconforming work, report it promptly to the resident engineer and inspection quality assurance lead, and document it in the daily report.
Verify delivered materials against submittals, certifications, mix designs, and delivery tickets, and confirm proper storage and handling.
Witness and document field sampling and materials testing, and track results, deficiencies, and retests through closure.
Measure and record pay quantities supporting progress payments, and photograph and log field conditions for quantity verification and change review.
Monitor contractor compliance with approved traffic control, work zone safety, environmental, and erosion and sediment control requirements.
Coordinate daily inspection coverage with the resident engineer and owner’s construction management staff in accordance with the approved staffing plan.
Support survey verification, punch list development, substantial completion walkthroughs, and closeout documentation.
Coordinate with contractor personnel, design teams, utility owners, and third-party stakeholders during active construction operations.