Senior Construction Inspector

Forge Ahead With Us

WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do:

• Monitor on-site construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Inspect materials and construction processes in accordance with client scope of services, including plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Transport samples to appropriate laboratories for testing as required.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of daily operations, significant events, and inspection findings.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, pay estimates, quantity calculations, and backup documentation.
• Monitor and inspect work zone traffic control and contractor's quality control procedures.
• Perform material sampling, testing, and verification of procedures in conformance with approved Quality Control Plans.
• Review material testing procedures and results for contract compliance; measure quantities of materials placed.
• Conduct sampling and/or in-place testing of soil, aggregate base, concrete, and asphalt concrete pavement.
• Mentor and train early-career professionals; assist resident engineers and project administrators.
• Participate in project meetings and reviews, providing technical expertise and insights.
• Support the development of new techniques and standards for inspection and contract administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Positions self to access tools and materials in various locations.
• Conducts visual assessments of task quality and job site safety.

What You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 10 years of DOT or municipal CEI inspection services experience required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
• Level 1 and Level 2 certifications (including MOT Advanced).
• Aggregate Production Certification, Bituminous Street Certification, Bridge Construction, ACI Certification, Concrete Field Inspection, Grading and Base Tester, Grading and Base Inspector.
• IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector Level I, Nuclear Radiation Safety, and other relevant certifications as required by project location.
• Stormwater, Erosion, and Sedimentation Control Training and Certification Program for Inspectors and Contractors (as applicable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
• Experience with project documentation software preferred.
• Primarily field-based role must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full-time position with standard business hours; occasional night work or overtime may be required based on project deadlines.
• Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
• Reliable transportation required and the ability to travel daily within assigned territory.
• Operates tools requiring fine motor skills.
• Moves materials weighing up to 75 pounds periodically.
• Traverses construction sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches.
• Conducts visual assessments of task quality and job site safety.
• Positions self to access tools and materials in various locations.
• Ascends/descends into job site areas to complete inspections and data collection.
• May remain in stationary position for extended periods.
• Primarily field-based role must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full-time position with standard business hours; occasional night work or overtime may be required based on project deadlines.
• Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
• Reliable transportation required and the ability to travel daily within assigned territory.
• Travel may be required.

Who We Are:

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

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