Construction Inspector - New England

Brown and Caldwell•Marshfield, VT

22h•$41 - $62

About The Position

The Construction Inspector leads the monitoring and documentation of construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, codes, and permits. The role leads site inspections, prepares and reviews detailed reports, and serves as a key liaison among project stakeholders to resolve complex field issues. It supports project delivery by evaluating change orders and payment applications and maintaining comprehensive records of work progress and contract modifications. The position works under minimum supervision and uses advanced or specialized skills to develop techniques and approaches, applying sound decision-making within its scope of responsibility. The Construction Inspector may mentor and guide less experienced team members. The role requires walking around construction sites of varying size and topography and standing for several hours while observing and documenting critical construction activities.

Requirements

Typically, a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in construction inspection or a related field.
Previous construction experience.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Strong knowledge of building products, construction details, applicable rules and regulations, local and national building codes, and quality standards.
Advanced ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specifications, and contractual documents.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of safety requirements.
Advanced verbal and written communication and organizational skills when working with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and fellow staff members.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for daily execution of key functions and coordination with engineering, field management, and building trade staff.
Ability to walk around construction sites of varying size and topography to perform inspections and stand for several hours while observing and documenting critical construction activities.

Responsibilities

Review construction work progress daily.
Lead daily site inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, standards, codes, and permits.
Lead documentation processes and ensure accurate, timely reports on weather, equipment, manpower, construction activities, daily progress photos, and monthly progress for project stakeholders.
Manage and review inspection documentation records using varied construction information management systems.
Evaluate and negotiate change orders, invoices, and payment applications, potentially including final payment, in coordination with the Owner; independently verify pay quantities.
Maintain and audit accurate, traceable records related to base work, contingency usage, and field changes.
Serve as a technical resource during commissioning, testing, and start-up of process systems, equipment, or facilities to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
Prepare accurate record documents and project, permit, and contract close-out documentation.
Review design and bidding documents and provide recommendations to improve constructability, reduce risk, and improve project delivery outcomes.
Identify and assess project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and influence decision-making to support successful execution.
Lead collaboration with clients/owners, consultants, contractors, designers, regulatory agencies, and the affected public to resolve field issues.
Adapt to and execute additional assignments as project needs evolve.
Provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills.