Senior Construction Inspector

wsb•Atlanta, GA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Construction Inspector is responsible for field inspections, contract administration, and documentation for municipal, roadway, bridge, and heavy civil construction projects. The role ensures work complies with project plans, specifications, and contract requirements while supporting project teams and contributing to successful project delivery. It is primarily field-based and requires outdoor work in all weather conditions, with onsite work at a WSB office as needed by the project, client, or hiring manager. Daily travel within an assigned territory and other travel may be required. The position is full-time with standard business hours. Occasional night work or overtime may be required based on project deadlines. The role may also support design-build, pavement management, or other technical activities, and includes mentoring early-career professionals and collaborating with engineers and project administrators.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 10 years of construction inspection or related experience, depending on project scope and location/state.
Experience with municipal, heavy civil roadway, and bridge construction inspection.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel daily within the assigned territory.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including operating tools requiring fine motor skills, periodically moving materials weighing up to 75 pounds, traversing uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches, assessing work quality and job-site safety, positioning to access tools and materials, ascending and descending into job-site areas, and remaining stationary for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related field.
Progressive transportation technician experience.
Materials-testing experience.
Relevant state DOT technical certifications.
Certifications such as Erosion Control, GSWCC Level 1A, or GDOT Concrete Tech.
Experience with project documentation software.

Responsibilities

Perform on-site construction inspections and field observations to verify compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents.
Conduct material sampling and testing and transport samples to appropriate laboratories as needed.
Prepare and maintain daily diaries, inspection reports, pay estimates, quantity calculations, and supporting documentation.
Monitor work-zone traffic control and contractors’ quality-control procedures.
Review material-testing procedures and results for conformance with contract requirements.
Document contract details, including field measurements, letters, memos, spreadsheets, and other project records.
Participate in project meetings and reviews, providing technical insights and expertise.
Assist with surveying, proposals, project budgets, schedules, and other technical activities as assigned.
Mentor early-career professionals and collaborate with engineers and project administrators.
Support design-build, pavement management, or other related technical activities as applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.