Senior Construction Inspector

CES Consultants, Inc.

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Construction Inspector is responsible for overseeing and performing advanced-level inspections on construction projects to ensure compliance with contract documents, codes, and safety standards. This role provides leadership in the field, supports junior inspectors, and serves as a key liaison between contractors, engineers, and project management staff. Inspectors identify and document nonconforming work and escalate to the Project Manager/authorized CES team members for disposition per the contract documents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in construction inspection, with increasing responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Familiarity with public agency standards (e.g., DOT, municipal, or federal).
• Proficiency in inspection and reporting software (e.g., Procore, e-Builder, SiteManager).
• Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites.

Nice To Haves

• NICET, ACI, ICC, CTQP, or equivalent certifications.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification.
• Experience with transportation, infrastructure, or public works projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field inspections of construction activities including civil, structural, roadway, utility, and architectural work as applicable to the project.
• Ensure contractor compliance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable codes and regulations.
• Document construction progress through daily reports, photographs, and inspection logs including location/area, activities observed, tests witnessed/results (as applicable), safety observations, and open items/status
• Identify and document nonconforming work; notify the Project Manager/authorized team members for disposition; maintain a deficiency/nonconformance log, track corrective actions to completion, and verify rework prior to closure.
• Assist in resolving field issues.
• Review and verify contractor quantities for payment applications.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project managers to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Communicate requirements in terms of the contract documents, codes, and approved submittals; does not direct contractor means and methods
• Observe and monitor safety practices and environmental compliance on the job site and promptly report/escalate concerns to the appropriate parties
• Assist in reviewing submittals, RFIs, and change orders as needed.
• Support project closeout activities including punch list development and final inspections.
• Mentor and guide junior inspectors and field staff.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates.
• The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families.
• The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.

What This Job Offers

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