Construction Inspector

Luster National•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Luster is building a talent pool of Construction Inspectors at various skill levels for future roles 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 methods. Inspectors verify that installed work conforms to contract documents, submittals, requests for information, approved shop drawings, applicable codes, and design standards, and prepare the daily field records used to settle quantities, changes, and claims. Hiring spans civil and structural, building, electrical, mechanical, utility, and roofing inspection, as well as safety and security representation. This posting is for future opportunities, not a currently available specific position. Applications and interviews are conducted in advance of hiring needs; selected candidates are activated in the talent pool and notified first when a project need arises. The scope and complexity of responsibilities increase with experience level. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of education and experience, along with at least five years of construction inspection experience on large, complex heavy-civil infrastructure projects exceeding $500 million. The expected salary range is $75,000–$135,000 per year ($36–$65 per hour), with the actual offer dependent on factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, licenses, and geographic location.

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.
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 inspection, 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, with 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 on site.
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 WABO Special Inspector, ICC certifications, ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, CWI (AWS), NICET, WAQTC or state DOT qualifications, OSHA 30-Hour Construction, 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 in an active rail or transit operating environment.
Familiarity with Washington State public works documentation and prevailing wage requirements.
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 covering 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 appropriate 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 to support 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 according to 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.