Construction Inspector-Huntsville

Accura Engineering • Nashville, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Inspector monitors construction, operations, maintenance, and repair activities to ensure they conform to MSFC standards, including construction and performance specifications, code requirements, and contract construction drawings. The work is full-time on the MSFC campus in Huntsville, Alabama. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

The inspector reviews construction submittals, tracks them using specialized construction software such as Procore, evaluates contractors’ progress-payment requests, and prepares daily inspection reports documenting observed work, progress, and schedule status. The role also maintains inspection reports and project records; monitors RFIs and contract documents; participates in pre-final and final inspections; and helps ensure punch-list items are completed before final payment is recommended.

The inspector reviews design drawings and specifications for accuracy and constructability, evaluates as-built drawings, and assists with reviewing operations and maintenance manuals. Other duties may be assigned. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and pass a federal background review and drug screen.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Must pass a federal background review and drug screen.
• High school diploma or equivalent, at minimum.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of business office procedures.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and understand construction contract drawings, specifications, and O&M manuals.
• Ability to inspect and confirm construction work conforms to design drawings, specifications, and NASA MSFC standards.
• Ability and positive effort to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, coworkers, and other involved parties.
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Physically capable of meeting requirements in and around construction sites and field assignments.
• Ability to safely lift and carry 40 pounds and carry equipment associated with construction and inspection.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• College degree in Construction Management.
• Three or more years of applicable inspection experience on U.S. Government construction projects.
• Experience as a master or journeyman HVAC technician.
• Experience as a master or journeyman electrician.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor construction activities for conformance with contract drawings, specifications, and NASA standards at MSFC.
• Inspect operations, maintenance, and repair activities when needed.
• Review construction submittals for accuracy and monitor them using specialized construction software such as Procore.
• Review and evaluate the accuracy of construction contractors’ progress-payment requests.
• Prepare daily inspection reports summarizing observed progress and work adequacy, verifying the project schedule and identifying activities worked on and those on or behind schedule.
• Generate and keep Inspectors Site Inspection Reports current.
• Maintain organized project files, including correspondence, meeting records, payment documents, progress schedules, monthly progress reports, punch lists, and field changes.
• Monitor RFIs and contract documents, including amendments, notices to proceed, change orders, modifications, and locally generated documents, to support continuity of construction, maintenance, and repair work.
• Participate in pre-final and final construction inspections, help prepare detailed punch lists, and verify punch-list corrections before recommending final payment.
• Review design drawings and specifications for accuracy and constructability; identify errors, make recommendations, and provide review comments.
• Review as-built drawings for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and return them for correction.
• Assist in reviewing O&M manuals received during construction and provide comments on inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience; salary will be discussed with the manager during the interview.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED