Construction Inspector Federal Project Baltimore, MD

ASR INTERNATIONAL•Baltimore, MD

1d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Provide continuous, independent construction inspection and quality assurance services for a major multi-discipline federal design-build project in the Baltimore area. The Construction Inspector will verify that all construction, installation, demolition, and commissioning activities comply with contract documents, approved plans and specifications, applicable codes and regulations, manufacturer requirements, and Client standards. Work spans electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, and utility systems on an active industrial facility modernization project.

Requirements

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction inspection, quality control, or facilities contract management, preferably on large-scale energy infrastructure or industrial facility projects involving electrical, mechanical, or related systems (Candidates may qualify as experienced tradespersons or as registered Engineers/Architects)
Extensive hands-on quality assurance experience in the State of Maryland, with knowledge of local trade capabilities
Current OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour certification (required)
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local building codes (NEC, IBC, ASME, NFPA, ASHRAE, OSHA, etc.)
Demonstrated experience using Procore and Microsoft Office Suite software for project documentation, deficiency tracking, and reporting
Ability to analyze construction schedule updates for accuracy of physical progress
Physical ability to see, hear, walk, drive, climb, reach, stoop, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds; work in typical construction-site conditions (noise, dust, heights, rough terrain, adverse weather, ladders, roofs, enclosed spaces)
Ability to obtain and maintain required federal facility access credentials and pass background screening

Nice To Haves

Relevant professional licenses or certifications (e.g., ICC, PE) preferred
Prior experience as a client technical representative or independent construction inspector on federal projects
Experience with energy conservation measures, industrial modernization, geothermal systems, solar PV, battery energy storage, or multi-discipline utility infrastructure
Familiarity with design-build delivery methods

Responsibilities

Attend pre-construction and ongoing progress meetings; document protocols, communication channels, and reporting requirements
Review final design/construction drawings, technical specifications, approved submittals, manufacturer data, and project schedules
Develop and maintain a site-specific Inspection Plan for each active work package
Conduct full-time daily on-site surveillance of all active construction and demolition areas
Inspect delivered materials and equipment upon arrival for conformance with approved submittals
Observe specialized work (welding, electrical testing, pressure vessel inspections, concrete placement, etc.) and coordinate third-party specialists when needed
Identify, photograph, document, and track deficiencies; maintain a running deficiency log and verify corrective actions
Monitor safety compliance, including Accident Prevention Plan implementation, PPE, fall protection, LOTO, and required permits
Witness field tests, equipment startups, system testing, and commissioning activities
Prepare and submit daily inspection logs, weekly summary reports (with photographs), monthly summary reports, and other required deliverables
Review contractor schedules for realistic physical progress and submit compliance statements
Perform technical reviews of as-built drawings, equipment warranty databases, O&M manuals, spare parts lists, training materials, and commissioning reports
Support the Client’s technical representative during closeout and recommend acceptance upon successful completion