On-Call Construction Inspector

Parametrix, Inc.•Seattle, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Parametrix is seeking On-Call Construction Inspectors with varying levels of experience to join their Community Building team in the Puget Sound region. This role will support public infrastructure projects, primarily focusing on roadway and utility construction. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality construction and thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Requirements

3+ years of construction inspection experience, preferably on public infrastructure projects (roadways and utilities).
Ability to interpret construction specifications and drawings.
Understanding of WSDOT and local municipal construction standards, methods, and materials.
Background in water/wastewater utility systems including pipe installation, pump stations, and treatment facilities.
Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
Ability to upload project photos and inspector daily reports.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
WAQTC, NICET, or equivalent inspection certifications.
OSHA 10 or 30.
First Aid/CPR.
Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Construction Quality Management for Contractors Certification.
Confined space certification through OSHA instructor or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Perform daily on-site inspections of industrial wastewater, roadway, utility, or vertical construction projects, ensuring work complies with project plans, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
Monitor contractor activities for conformance with safety, quality, environmental, and contract requirements.
Document field activities, progress, and deviations through detailed daily inspection reports, photos, and communication logs using a laptop or tablet.
Review and verify contractor quantities for payment and assist in preparing progress pay estimates.
Observe and inspect the installation of underground utilities, including stormwater, sanitary sewer, and potable water systems.
Support quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) efforts, including materials testing coordination and verification.
Communicate and coordinate with contractors, design teams, client representatives, utility providers, third-party inspectors, specialty consultants, jurisdictions, and other partners.
Identify and report non-conforming work, propose corrective actions, and track resolution.
Assist in project closeout, including punch list development and verification, record drawing reviews, and final inspections.
Produce daily photographs, inspector daily reports (IDRs), and field note records (FNRs) and upload them to project files.
Maintain organized project records in accordance with company and client standards.
Be able to traverse field conditions such as ship ladders, confined spaces, scaffold systems, tunnels, and vertical structures.
Ability to traverse varied surface conditions.
Load/unload equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.