Construction Inspector

Wilson & Company • Wichita, KS

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, is seeking a qualified Construction Inspector for their Wichita office. This role involves the inspection of specific operations on transportation construction projects. While residing in the greater Wichita area is not a requirement, inspectors will typically report to various project locations.

Requirements

• Must be able to travel and stay out of town for up to a week at a time as required.
• Must be able to provide on-site observation, inspection, and testing.
• Capable of lifting and handling 50+ pounds.
• Knowledge of typical construction practices and MoDOT specifications.
• Ability to learn on the job through observation and asking questions.
• Ability to work independently and incorporate efficient time management practices.
• Ability to effectively communicate both written and orally.
• Ability to coordinate with the owner, landowners, and contractors.
• Disciplined individual who maintains accurate, timely, and descriptive records of daily, weekly, and monthly progress.
• Experience working with DOTs or municipalities and thoroughly understand their requirements and expectations for projects.
• Willingness to obtain KDOT Technician Certification.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of construction-related experience.
• KDOT Technician Certification.

Responsibilities

• Observe and inspect specific construction projects from beginning to completion.
• Thoroughly document daily progress.
• Compute and track materials and quantities.
• Perform material sampling and testing.
• Maintain timely and accurate records of project progress and general oversight.
• Read and interpret plans, details, specifications, and other contract documents.
• Recognize and report deviations from contract documents.
• Conduct laboratory and field testing and reports on soils, aggregates, asphalt, and other materials.
• Maintain clear and effective written and oral communication and answer inquiries as required.
• Attend and conduct meetings for project insight, progress updates, and other project-related discussions.
• Measure and scale distances with competent math skills to provide accurate documentation of work completed.

Benefits

• health insurance
• life insurance
• disability coverage
• paid time off
• retirement savings plans

What This Job Offers

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