Special Inspector III
About The Position
UES is a national provider of geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, serving projects in sectors including transportation, energy, water, and healthcare. The Special Inspector III serves as a trusted technical expert on complex, high-profile construction projects in Arizona. The role uses advanced certifications and extensive field experience to provide inspection oversight, guide teams through technical challenges, and support quality, safety, and compliance. The position includes moderate travel, approximately up to 40% of the time, including scheduled and short-notice travel to job sites, field locations, or regional offices. Work is primarily outdoors and may take place in operational environments. Company safety protocols and PPE are required during travel and on-site work.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; welding certificate or related vocational training.
- At least 5 years of progressive inspection or materials testing experience.
- Advanced industry certifications required or preferred, such as ACI, ICC, or AWS CWI.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Expert knowledge of interpreting complex blueprints, codes, and standards.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work independently with limited supervision.
Nice To Haves
- At least 5 years of special inspection, construction inspection, or materials testing experience.
- Advanced certifications such as ACI, ICC, AWS CWI, or equivalent credentials relevant to special inspections.
- Strong ability to interpret complex plans, specifications, codes, and standards.
- Proven experience working independently and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Responsibilities
- Lead specialized inspections on complex commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
- Serve as a technical resource for project teams on codes, standards, and construction best practices.
- Partner with engineers, contractors, and clients to identify solutions and support project execution.
- Drive quality assurance efforts to help ensure safe, compliant, and high-performing structures.
- Mentor and develop junior inspectors.
- Contribute to projects across multiple inspection disciplines.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
