Inspector

Job Title: Special Inspector
Job Description
Perform special inspections in accordance with approved plans, specifications, and applicable codes. This role involves reading and interpreting construction documents, RFIs, and structural details, while conducting required field testing and inspections within the certification scope. The position requires preparing accurate and timely daily reports, effective communication with project managers, contractors, and internal staff, and maintaining and pursuing relevant certifications. Upholding strong safety practices in all field environments and participating in continuing education and professional development are also key aspects of this role.
Responsibilities

• Conduct special inspections based on approved plans and specifications.
• Read and interpret construction documents, RFIs, and structural details.
• Perform field testing and inspections within certification scope.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely daily reports.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, contractors, and internal staff.
• Maintain current certifications and pursue additional ones as needed.
• Adhere to strong safety practices in all field environments.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development.

Essential Skills

• ICC certification with at least 2 years of experience in construction or concrete inspection.
• Experience in concrete testing, materials testing, and reinforced concrete.
• Effective communication and report-writing skills.
• Strong safety awareness and practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CWI certification is a plus.
• Experience with asphalt, non-destructive testing (NDT), welding, and nuclear density.
• Open to junior candidates with ACI-Concrete Inspection certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• OBOA or WABO certification or ability to obtain it within a few months.
• Nuclear Density Gauge training and certification is a plus.
• Preferred certifications: ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician, ICC Reinforced Concrete, ICC Structural Steel & Bolting, ICC Proprietary Anchors, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).

Work Environment
The role is primarily in-field, with 90% of the time spent at various job sites around Portland. Access to a company vehicle is provided for travel between sites. The job offers opportunities to work on diverse projects, including commercial, mixed-use, multi-family, school, and highway scopes. Projects may include assignments at significant locations, such as the Kaiser Permanente medical center in North Portland. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, access to continuing education through Udemy, 360 performance feedback, 5 days PTO, and 5 days sick leave. There are also opportunities for professional growth through gaining additional ICC certifications.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Tualatin,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.
About Actalent


Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.


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