ICC Special Inspector

Kleinfelder – a leading construction services organization – is seeking an ICC Special Inspector/CMT Technician located in Charlotte, NC . Position Summary The selected candidate will conduct field observations, material testing, safety compliance, and reporting on construction and bridges/roadway projects throughout North Carolina. Required Certifications & Experience 3+ years in special inspection and/or construction materials testing. Radiation safety training for operation of a nuclear density gauge. ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade1. ICC Reinforced Concrete certification. Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and use of a company‑provided laptop or tablet. High school diploma or equivalent. Strong work ethic, personal integrity, and ability to report results verbally and in writing. Proficiency in preparing clear, detailed testing and inspection reports and maintaining activity records. Attention to detail, quality, and safety. Authorization to work in the United States. Job Responsibilities Perform field observations and material sampling/testing on buildings, bridges, and roadways. Test construction materials such as soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, metal decking, roofing, and paving. Write daily field reports documenting contractor work and compliance with contract documents. Cast field samples of concrete, masonry, grout, etc. for strength verification. Provide daily phone updates to the department manager on project progress. Collect construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, and deliver equipment to site technicians. Physical Requirements Bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and over 50 pounds using handling equipment. Operate heavy equipment such as ultrasonic non‑destructive testing machines and concrete cylinder presses. Maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles, rough ground, and steep surfaces. Work outdoors in variable weather and in laboratories with requisite safety protection. Desired Certifications NCDOT testing/inspection certifications. ICC Special Inspector certifications (Pre‑stressed Concrete, Soil, Spray‑applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Structural Welding, Structural Steel and Bolting). PTI Unbonded Level1 or2. Cast Auger Piles. Additional Requirements One year or more experience in construction materials engineering & testing and special inspections. Intermediate knowledge of MS Office, including PowerPoint. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Background in vertical construction with emphasis on soil and concrete field testing preferred. Pay‑check badge required for safety compliance. Participants must maintain required certifications current. Benefits Competitive wages. Health, dental, vision, and life insurance; HSA & FSA. 401(k) plan and paid holidays. Paid time off (PTO). Certification training and professional development (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.). Employee referral bonuses. Equal Opportunity Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section503 rules) #J-18808-Ljbffr Kleinfelder